# LOCKLY® vs LensSentry

The clearest difference is price: LOCKLY® at Free against LensSentry's $2.99. LOCKLY® also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.4). LensSentry's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On ads there is nothing between them.

LOCKLY® is free to download; LensSentry costs $2.99 up front. LOCKLY® sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. LensSentry asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | LOCKLY® | LensSentry |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly/id1408331821/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **8K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 47.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 207 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIN GENIE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118646944) | [Curtis Vaughan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6801921116) |

## 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


### LensSentry

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lenssentry/id6801921114)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LOCKLY® free?

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

### Is LensSentry free?

LensSentry costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do LOCKLY® or LensSentry have ads?

Neither LOCKLY® nor LensSentry shows ads.

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