Comparison

Private Browser vs App Lock, Blocker & Controller

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

Head to head
About

Private Browser

Securely hide your private photos and videos from prying eyes. This app offers bank-level encryption and offline storage, ensuring your media remains private. It features a camouflage mode and quick lock options for added security.

Highlights
  • Hide private photos and videos
  • Bank-level encryption
  • Offline storage
  • Camouflage password mode
  • Quick lock options
  • Supports Live Photo, GIF, and videos
  • FaceID/TouchID login
Features
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• Worried about friends, or close people seeing your private photos or videos while borrowing your mobile phone? Then Best Photo Vault can solve this problem perfectly. • Never worry about being checked again. When she (he) wants to view the album, press the Home button and use the camouflage password. • No ads, no uploads, no risk of leakage (bank security level encrypted photos. Full offline storage does not upload any user data!) - Very careful design with the most exquisite animations and gestures. (If you are disappointed with the encrypted albums on the market, try it, it will bring you a lot of surprises!) - Support for Live Photo, GIF, long images, videos, etc. - Support batch and lossless import and export of photos, videos. - Safe and easy to use, press the Home button or shake it to lock the screen immediately. - Support FaceID, TouchID login, can set the default login user. [Automatic Renewal Professional Edition Package Description] -- Subscription period: 1 month (continuous monthly product) -- Subscription price: Free trial for 3 days, then continuous monthly subscription for $1.49 per month; -- Payment: The user confirms the purchase and payment and then credits it to the iTunes account. -- Cancel Renewal: To cancel renewal, manually turn off auto-renew in iTunes/Apple ID Settings Management 24 hours before the current subscription period expires. -- Renewal: Apple's iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration. After the deduction is successful, the subscription period will be postponed for one subscription period. -- Privacy Policy: https://github.com/BestVault/Declares/blob/master/Privacy.md -- Auto Renewal Membership Service Agreement: https://github.com/BestVault/Declares/blob/master/TermService.md

About

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

This app provides comprehensive control over your iPhone's apps and privacy. It offers advanced locking mechanisms, time restrictions, and prevents unauthorized uninstalls. Securely manage accounts and passwords, and prevent unwanted in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • App locking mechanisms
  • Time restrictions
  • Password/fingerprint authentication
  • App uninstall prevention
  • Secure account and password management
  • In-app purchase prevention
Features
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Introducing App Lock - the ultimate iPhone app manager and privacy protection tool. Take complete control over your app usage and ensure your privacy remains intact with App Locker. This powerful app provides a comprehensive suite of features designed to keep your personal information secure and your app activities private. With App Locker, you can conveniently manage and protect your apps with advanced locking mechanisms. Set specific time restrictions, implement password protection or fingerprint authentication, and enjoy the assurance that your apps are inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. App Locker gives you the power to define when and how your apps can be accessed, allowing you to maintain focus and manage your screen time effectively. App Locker goes the extra mile to protect your apps from unwanted removal. The app uninstall prevention feature ensures that no app can be uninstalled without your explicit permission. This added layer of security safeguards your apps from being accidentally or maliciously removed, giving you peace of mind. Account and password management is made simple and secure with App Locker. Safely store and manage your important accounts and passwords within the app, knowing that they are shielded from unauthorized changes and access. Your valuable credentials remain protected, allowing you to navigate the digital landscape with confidence. App Locker also empowers you to take control of in-app purchases. By denying in-app purchases, the app prevents accidental or unauthorized transactions that could lead to unexpected expenses. This feature not only protects your finances but also ensures responsible app usage. Experience the ultimate app management and privacy protection solution with App Locker. Download now to enjoy the benefits of enhanced privacy, secure app management, and peace of mind. --------------------------------------- privacy policy url: https://locker.uploss.net/privacy.html terms of service url: https://locker.uploss.net/terms.html

Screenshots

Private Browser4 screens
App Lock, Blocker & Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Private Browser at none against App Lock, Blocker & Controller's shown. Private Browser also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 60%) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 236). App Lock, Blocker & Controller's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Private Browser sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and App Lock, Blocker & Controller sells 10 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Private Browser against 4.7 for App Lock, Blocker & Controller. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Private Browser has 1.4K ratings behind it against 236, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Private Browser's written reviews are positive against 60% of App Lock, Blocker & Controller's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Private Browser ships an update every 2 months, App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Private Browser versus App Lock, Blocker & Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate BrowserApp Lock, Blocker & Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4K ratings)4.7 (236 ratings) — better
Positive reviews89.1% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4K — better236
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB79 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer秀平 罗UPLOSS LIMITED

Customer experience

Private Browser

All ratings1,413 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative4.6%
Written reviews863 reviews
Positive89.1%
Neutral4.4%
Negative6.5%

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

All ratings238 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral0.8%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

Private Browser

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Data migration issues
  • Video player losing sound after update

Requested features

3 requests
  • Add photo editing capabilities
  • Improve video playback functionality
  • Provide more free storage space

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Private Browser

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Edition For Month$1.991 Month
  • Pro Edition$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Edition For Permanent$7.99
10 purchases

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

Subscriptions10
  • 003.common.week.4.99$4.997 Days
  • app locker pro3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • 003.intro.free.3.week.5.993 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • 003.intro.week.5.99$5.997 Days
  • app locker pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • pro common month 001$9.991 Month
  • premium version year trial 0013 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • pro common trial year 0013 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • 002.common.year.39.99$39.991 Year
  • 003.intro.free.3.year.39.993 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Private Browser free?
Private Browser is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is App Lock, Blocker & Controller free?
App Lock, Blocker & Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Private Browser or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?
App Lock, Blocker & Controller is rated higher. Private Browser averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while App Lock, Blocker & Controller averages 4.7 from 236 ratings.
Do Private Browser or App Lock, Blocker & Controller have ads?
App Lock, Blocker & Controller shows ads; Private Browser does not.
Which is updated more often, Private Browser or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?
Private Browser ships an update every 2 months, and App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. Most recently, Private Browser was updated on November 2, 2026 and App Lock, Blocker & Controller on November 3, 2026.

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