Comparison

Lockator vs SelfBlock

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

Head to head
About

Lockator

Features
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Lokator es una aplicaciΓ³n que permite conocer la ubicaciΓ³n del GPS visualizado en el mapa, proporciona el estado actual, la ultima transmisiΓ³n, entre otros.

About

SelfBlock

Features
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Every blocker fails the same way: you turn it off. SelfBlock doesn't let you. When you try to open a blocked app, a friend gets the request β€” and they decide. No friend available? Ask the anonymous community instead. Someone always answers. β–Ί BUDDY SYSTEM When you try to open a blocked app, your buddy gets a request. They set the time and decide for you. They can respond instantly from a notification or Apple Watch. β–Ί COMMUNITY MODE Don't want to assign a friend? Get anonymous support from the community. A random user reviews your request. Your identity stays hidden. β–Ί 5 BLOCKING MODES – Full Block: Completely prevent app access – Schedule: Auto-block during work, study, or sleep hours – Usage Limit: Set daily time limits per app – Open Limit: Control how many times you open an app – Solo Mode: Manage with your own willpower β–Ί BLOCK ANY APP Block YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, X (Twitter), Facebook, Reddit, WhatsApp, Discord and any distracting app or website. β–Ί LIVE FOCUS TRACKING – Daily focus moment counter and day streak – Weekly report with progress summary – Daily check-in to track your mood – Home screen widgets and Live Activity support β–Ί APPLE WATCH Approve or reject requests from your wrist. Track focus stats right from your watch face. β–Ί CUSTOM SHIELD THEMES Personalize your block screen with 6 themes and custom colors. β–Ί STRICT MODE Prevent bypassing blocks with PIN code, wait timer, or time lock. Extra protection options: block app installs, deletions, and in-app purchases. β–Ί PRIVACY FIRST SelfBlock uses Apple's Screen Time API (Family Controls). Your data stays on your device. No tracking, no ads. β–Ί FREE TO START Download free and start using right away. Go Pro for unlimited buddy and community mode, custom themes, weekly reports, strict mode, and more. SelfBlock works as a screen time blocker, app blocker, phone addiction tool, digital detox app, focus timer, social media blocker, dopamine detox aid, website blocker, app lock, and productivity tool. Compatible with Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets. Terms of Use: https://ismailpalalii.github.io/selfblock-site/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://ismailpalalii.github.io/selfblock-site/privacy.html

Screenshots

Lockator4 screens
SelfBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lockator at none against SelfBlock's 3. Lockator also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). SelfBlock's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 21 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. SelfBlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month. Lockator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lockator ships an update every 21 months, SelfBlock monthly. Both last shipped on October 5, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Lockator versus SelfBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockatorSelfBlock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 21 monthsMonthly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS8.0 β€” better18.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size74 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCorporacion Disatel S.Aismail Hakki Palali

In-app purchases

None

Lockator

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

SelfBlock

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$4.491 Month
  • Pro Yearly3 Days trial$27.491 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$82.99

Questions

Is Lockator free?
Lockator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SelfBlock free?
SelfBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lockator or SelfBlock have ads?
Neither Lockator nor SelfBlock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lockator or SelfBlock?
Lockator ships an update every 21 months, and SelfBlock monthly. Most recently, Lockator was updated on October 5, 2026 and SelfBlock on October 5, 2026.

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