Comparison

Photo/Message Lock vs App Lock

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

Head to head
About

Photo/Message Lock

Securely store private photos, videos, and messages in a personal cloud vault. Protect your sensitive data with multi-factor authentication and biometric unlock options. Easily import chats from popular messaging apps.

Highlights
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Cloud storage for private data
  • Import chats from WhatsApp and Line
  • Biometric unlock (TouchID, FaceID)
  • Optional cloud syncing
  • Password recovery via multi-factor authentication
Features
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Have messages, photos or videos that are so private you want to keep on a separate safe cloud only you could access? This app is for you! The only app that enables multi-factor authentication to access your cloud stored private data! Easily backup your popular application's messages (including videos, photos etc) in the cloud securely and safely. Currently fully support importing chats from WhatsApp and Line. Other chats, photos & videos could be imported manually. Make any of your conversation, photos or videos private easily and keep those behind a lock only you have access to. You can unlock your saved chats, photos or videos using TouchID, FaceID or a passcode (depend on your device capability) Store all your private conversations, photos and videos on a secure cloud which could be unlocked by you only. Syncing your data with our cloud and login is optional. If you decide to store your data in our cloud and you forget your password you can restore it by multiple factor authentications so you would have access to this private data always. To have access to the cloud data you would need to have access to the email and phone number you have provided. Important: The app doesn't add a lock to the original app, it is used to store your sensitive data and chats in a safe cloud. It is your responsibility to delete those chats from the original device. ----------------------------------- Information about the auto-renewable nature of the subscription - If you want to use our service, we offer you cloud archiving service. With subscribing you will get 10GB cloud disk space. - Subscription period is monthly or yearly. Every month or year your subscription renews. - Prices for subscriptions depends on which package you choose and will be seen in payment screen. - 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. - You can cancel your subscription via this url: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 - Privacy policy: http://privacy.safecloudapp.com - Term of use: http://tos.safecloudapp.com - Subscription Information : http://subscription.safecloudapp.com ----------------------------------- DISCLAIMER Unofficial Product. Any product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks or images featured or referred to within this app are the property of their respective trademark holders. Any of these trademark holders are not affiliated with us, our products, or our apps. They do not sponsor or endorse this app or any of our online products. Get updates also on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SafeCloudApp

About

App Lock

Manage your phone usage and protect your privacy with this app. It offers robust parental controls, allows you to lock specific applications, and helps you set time limits to combat phone addiction. Secure your data and control your digital well-being.

Highlights
  • Lock specific apps
  • Parental control features
  • Prevent app deletion
  • Secure unlock methods (Face ID, fingerprint, password)
  • Automatic app relocking
  • Customizable app modes
  • Set app usage time limits
Features
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App Lock is your top choice for parental control, screen time management, and privacy protection! It helps you achieve the goal of "Get Rid Of Phone Addiction", allowing you to better manage your phone usage. Key Features: - Lock Apps: Choose any app you want to lock. Automatically lock specific apps based on your schedule. - Parental Control: By prohibiting the installation of new apps and limiting in-app purchases, it assists you in better controlling your child's phone activities. - Prevent App Deletion: Prohibit the deletion of apps to protect important app data. - Secure Lock: Support Face ID unlock, fingerprint unlock, and password unlock. Multiple encryption methods enhance privacy and security. - Auto Lock: After unlocking an app, it auto restores the locking functionality, saving you time and effort. - Multiple Modes: Easily switch between built-in app modes (Reading, Focus, Work, Privacy) to meet various scenario needs. - App Restrictions: Set specific time limits for app usage, helping you get rid of phone addiction and achieve better time management. If you have any questions or suggestions while using the app, feel free to provide feedback within the app.

Screenshots

Photo/Message Lock4 screens
App Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: App Lock at 86% against Photo/Message Lock's 43%. App Lock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). Photo/Message Lock's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (787 vs 120). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Photo/Message Lock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. App Lock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo/Message Lock has 787 ratings behind it against 120, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Photo/Message Lock's written reviews are positive against 86% of App Lock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Photo/Message Lock ships an update monthly, App Lock every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Photo/Message Lock versus App Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhoto/Message LockApp Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (787 ratings)4.6 (120 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.2% of reviews85.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings787 — better120
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShesek LLC秀珍 黄

Customer experience

Photo/Message Lock

All ratings787 ratings
Positive84.5%
Neutral5.5%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive43.2%
Neutral6.8%
Negative50.0%

App Lock

All ratings120 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews153 reviews
Positive85.6%
Neutral5.2%
Negative9.2%

Bugs and requests

Photo/Message Lock

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Data loss issues
  • Subscription management problems

Requested features

2 requests
  • Expand chat app support beyond WhatsApp
  • Add password recovery option

App Lock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Photo/Message Lock

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year
None

App Lock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Photo/Message Lock free?
Photo/Message Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is App Lock free?
App Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Photo/Message Lock or App Lock?
App Lock is rated higher. Photo/Message Lock averages 4.4 out of 5 from 787 ratings, while App Lock averages 4.6 from 120 ratings.
Do Photo/Message Lock or App Lock have ads?
App Lock shows ads; Photo/Message Lock does not.
Which is updated more often, Photo/Message Lock or App Lock?
Photo/Message Lock ships an update monthly, and App Lock every 5 days. Most recently, Photo/Message Lock was updated on September 23, 2026 and App Lock on September 23, 2026.

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