Comparison

Message Lock vs Super App Lock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Message Lock

Secure your private conversations by locking them with a password or fingerprint. Easily export and back up chats to keep them hidden. Access archived conversations only after authentication.

Highlights
  • Lock messages with password
  • Fingerprint authentication
  • Export chats
  • Backup conversations
  • Archive chats
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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Lock & backup your Messages with password or fingerprint. Export all chats you need to hide and backup them easily. Archive your conversations and access them only after you scanned your fingerprints or entered password! Absolutely Ads free! About Subscription Information: - With subscribing you can lock & backup your chats without restriction. - Subscription periods are 1 month. Every 1 month your subscription renews. - 3 days free trial, after the trial period, monthly subscription will start. – The following information about the auto-renewable nature of the subscription • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable - Please, be aware of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Read them here: http://omoc51.com/privacypolicy.html http://omoc51.com/termsofservice.html

About

Super App Lock

Secure your device by locking individual apps, hiding private photos and videos, and preventing accidental uninstallation. Protect your sensitive data with PIN or Face ID, and gain insights into app usage.

Highlights
  • Lock social media and payment apps
  • Encrypted photo and video vault
  • Track app usage statistics
  • Prevent accidental app uninstallation
  • Parental controls for app installation and screen time
  • PIN and Face ID protection
Features
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Super App Lock, easily lock apps, secret photos and videos, and protect your private data with one click. Guard your phone with PIN, Face ID. 100% security and privacy! Don't want others to see your photos, videos, and chat history? Keep your photos and videos out of sight with our encrypted photos and encrypted videos capabilities, transforming your device into an encrypted photo vault.Try this most secure app lock and give your phone 100% privacy protection. Key Features 1. Lock App - Easily lock social apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and others. Never worry about someone flipping through your chats or social media posts. - Protect your Gallery, Contacts, Messages, and other sensitive data. No one can snoop on your private photos, videos, or messages without a password. - Lock App Store, PayPal, and other payment apps to avoid accidental payments or prevent your kids from purchasing games. 2. Safe Vault Lock private photos and videos. Encrypted files are not visible in your gallery and can only be viewed by entering a password, ensuring your private memories remain unseen by others. 3. Usage Stats Track app duration, pickups, and notifications for self-awareness. Monitor the usage details of each app, including usage time, pick-up, and notification counts. 4. Uninstall Prevention Prevent crucial apps from accidental deletion, ensuring data safety. Prevent hidden files from being lost due to accidental uninstallation. 5. Parental Control Restrict app installation, control screen time, and monitor device use to manage your child's device usage effectively. Block in-app purchases and add purchase passwords to prevent accidental buys and unwanted expenses. Your encouragement fuels our progress! Stay tuned for more powerful features coming soon. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions while using the app, please feel free to provide feedback within the app. support@SafeApp.studio Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ * Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase. * Subscriptions will automatically renew and payment will be charged to your iTunes account unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current Privacy Policy: https://www.safeapp.studio/super-app-lock/privacy/ Protect your privacy with the most reliable app lock, securing your photos and videos effortlessly. Lock apps, secure photos, and keep your private life private with Super App Lock.

Screenshots

Message Lock4 screens
Super App Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Super App Lock at 87% against Message Lock's 8%. Super App Lock also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.1) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 50). Message Lock's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Message Lock sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and Super App Lock sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Super App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super App Lock has 2.3K ratings behind it against 50, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 8% of Message Lock's written reviews are positive against 87% of Super App Lock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Message Lock ships an update every 5 days, Super App Lock every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Message Lock versus Super App Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMessage LockSuper App Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (50 ratings)4.7 (2.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews8.3% of reviews87.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings502.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer国媚 张Safe App, Inc.

Customer experience

Message Lock

All ratings50 ratings
Positive28.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative70.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive8.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative91.7%

Super App Lock

All ratings2,322 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral2.6%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews131 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.6%
Negative8.4%

Bugs and requests

Message Lock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Super App Lock

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashing on iOS 16.6.1
  • Apps still usable after timeout

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to change app icon and lock screen
  • Option to hide app completely without appearing in App Library
  • Support for locking Safari browser
  • Automatic restoration of App Store icon after hiding
  • Dark mode support
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  • Remote parental control for child devices

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Message Lock

Subscriptions1
  • Chat Locker With Free Trial3 Days trial$2.991 Month
15 purchases

Super App Lock

Subscriptions11
  • Super App Lock: Lock Apps3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Super App Lock Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(周订阅)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Pro(Weekly)3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • App Lock Your Secret (1 Month)3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(月订阅)3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro(Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(月订阅)3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(年订阅)$29.991 Year
  • App Lock Your Secret (1 Year)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)$19.99
  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)$29.99
  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)$39.99
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  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)2 variants$49.99

Questions

Is Message Lock free?
Message Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Super App Lock free?
Super App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Message Lock or Super App Lock?
Super App Lock is rated higher. Message Lock averages 2.1 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Super App Lock averages 4.7 from 2.3K ratings.
Do Message Lock or Super App Lock have ads?
Neither Message Lock nor Super App Lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Message Lock or Super App Lock?
Message Lock ships an update every 5 days, and Super App Lock every 9 days. Most recently, Message Lock was updated on October 4, 2026 and Super App Lock on October 18, 2026.

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