# Password Manager vs LockMe

The clearest difference is monetization model: Password Manager at free with in-app purchases against LockMe's subscription. Password Manager also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 229) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.2). LockMe's advantage is review sentiment (47% vs 30%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password Manager sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and LockMe sells 8 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 Password Manager against 4.6 for LockMe. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Password Manager has 17K ratings behind it against 229, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 47% of LockMe's.

Password Manager ships an update every 2 months, LockMe every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager | LockMe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-safe-lock/id1464513090/reviews) | **[4.6 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockme-applock-for-lock-apps/id6460862187/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 229 |
| Positive reviews | 29.7% of reviews | **46.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 41 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [App Rover](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448355489) | [Tyson Gill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683191398) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-safe-lock/id1464513090)

Securely store, generate, and autofill your passwords and sensitive information across all your devices. This app offers robust security with encrypted data and convenient one-tap access, ensuring you never lose your credentials again.

**Highlights:** Browser autofill for credentials, Secure password generator, Unlimited item storage, Encrypted data storage, Cloud synchronization, Single tap unlock

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Password Manager Premium Pass | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Pass | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Password Manager Premium Pass | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Pass | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium Pass | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Pass | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium Pass | $39.99 | per year |
| Password Manager Premium Pass | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure password storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient password management

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🐛 Compatibility issues on older devices
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes
- Issues with master password verification
- Inability to exit trial mode

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Support for more app integrations
- Ability to share passwords securely


### LockMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockme-applock-for-lock-apps/id6460862187)

Control app usage on your device or for your children with time and location-based restrictions. Automate app blocking, minimize distractions, and protect sensitive information for a balanced digital life.

**Highlights:** Time-based app restrictions, Location-based app blocking, Automated app access control, Minimize distractions, Protect sensitive apps, App grouping management

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMe Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| LockMe Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| Lock Unlimited Apps | $49.99 | per year |
| LockMe Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for protecting kids
- 👍 Useful for restricting apps
- 👍 Helps with homework focus
- 👍 Good for safeguarding children
- 👍 App ran smoothly (one instance)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes frequently
- 🐛 App does not lock apps
- 🐛 Cannot access app after forgetting PIN
- 🐛 App requires premium for full functionality
- 🐛 Misleading promo for free lifetime premium

**Reported bugs**

- App does not lock apps
- App freezes during use
- App crashes when trying to turn on Face ID
- App is locked out after setting passcode
- App crashes when Face ID option is turned off

**Requested features**

- Option to reset PIN
- More free functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Manager free?

Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LockMe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Password Manager or LockMe?

LockMe is rated higher. Password Manager averages 4.5 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while LockMe averages 4.6 from 229 ratings.

### Do Password Manager or LockMe have ads?

Neither Password Manager nor LockMe shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager or LockMe?

Password Manager ships an update every 2 months, and LockMe every 3 weeks. Most recently, Password Manager was updated on September 24, 2026 and LockMe on September 19, 2026.

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