# LOCKLY® vs App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LOCKLY® at 13.4 against App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's 16.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LOCKLY® sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for LOCKLY® against 4.6 for App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8K and 9.7K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of LOCKLY®'s written reviews are positive against 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's.

LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LOCKLY® | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly/id1408331821/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8K | **9.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **47.9% of reviews** | 40.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 200 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [PIN GENIE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118646944) | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) |

## What reviewers say

### LOCKLY®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly/id1408331821)

Manage your older Lockly smart locks and safes. Remotely control access, generate temporary codes, and monitor activity logs. Integrates with voice assistants for convenient, hands-free operation.

**Highlights:** Remote lock/unlock, Offline Access Codes™, Activity log viewing, Voice assistant integration, Guided device setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 lock subscription per month | $2.00 | per month |
| 2 lock subscription per month | $4.00 | per month |
| 3 lock subscription per month | $6.00 | per month |
| 4 lock subscription per month | $8.00 | per month |
| 5 lock subscription per month | $10.00 | per month |
| 1 lock subscription per year | $19.00 | per year |
| 2 lock subscription per year | $38.00 | per year |
| 3 lock subscription per year | $57.00 | per year |
| 4 lock subscription per year | $76.00 | per year |
| 5 lock subscription per year | $95.00 | per year |
| 5 locks subscription per year | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and easy setup
- 🔒 Robust security features
- 👍 Convenient fingerprint access
- 👍 Helpful customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- 🔋 Short battery life
- 👎 Unreliable app performance
- 👎 Difficult to use interface

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently loses connection to the lock
- Fingerprint reader not always responsive
- Inconsistent behavior when manually locking/unlocking the door
- Firmware updates causing issues

**Requested features**

- Add support for Apple HomeKit and other smart home integrations
- Improve notification and log features
- Allow multiple admin users for shared homes
- Implement scheduling and automation options


### App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749)

Secure your digital life with this app that locks and hides your applications, photos, videos, and passwords. Automate app blocking based on time or location, and manage sensitive data with ease. It's your all-in-one solution for comprehensive privacy protection.

**Highlights:** Lock and block any app, Automated app blocking by schedule, Location-based app locking, Photo and video vault, Password management, Secret contacts and duplicate cleaner, Private camera

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock - Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing
- 🔒 Fantastic all-in-one security solution
- 👍 User-friendly and reliable
- 🔒 Provides great security and privacy
- 👍 Seamless integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🐛 Buggy and freezes
- 💰 Expensive/Requires subscription
- 🐛 Outdated instructions
- 🐛 Doesn't actually hide apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't lock or hide anything
- Subscription popup issues
- Locking process not working
- Shortcuts not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Backup data option
- Support for more apps to lock


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LOCKLY® free?

LOCKLY® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps free?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LOCKLY® or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. LOCKLY® averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8K ratings, while App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 from 9.7K ratings.

### Do LOCKLY® or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps have ads?

Neither LOCKLY® nor App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LOCKLY® or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps every 3 weeks. Most recently, LOCKLY® was updated on September 24, 2026 and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps on September 24, 2026.

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