# Passcode Lock vs Photo Vault & App Lock

The clearest difference is rating: Passcode Lock at 5.0 against Photo Vault & App Lock's 4.2. Passcode Lock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). Photo Vault & App Lock's advantage is ratings volume (6.6K vs 3). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Vault & App Lock sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Passcode Lock asks for nothing beyond the download.

Passcode Lock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Photo Vault & App Lock has 6.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Passcode Lock ships an update every 3 weeks, Photo Vault & App Lock every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Passcode Lock | Photo Vault & App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passcode-lock/id1493351908/reviews)** | [4.2 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-vault-and-app-lock-picx/id1545937424/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **6.6K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 23.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 207 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Tritium Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/385805798) | [MatechMobile Software JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567017153) |

## What reviewers say

### Passcode Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passcode-lock/id1493351908)

Control your smart lock remotely with this app. Lock or unlock your door, manage access, and send temporary keys to guests. It also allows for easy setup and configuration of new locks.

**Highlights:** Lock/unlock door remotely, Account login for lock access, New lock setup via scanning, Configure lock description/orientation, Manage user access, Send one-time keys

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Photo Vault & App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-vault-and-app-lock-picx/id1545937424)

Secure your digital life with a private vault for photos and videos, app locking capabilities, and a password manager. Protect sensitive information, browse privately, and deter unauthorized access with advanced security features.

**Highlights:** Secret photo and video vault, App locker with PIN, Face ID, Touch ID, Password manager, Private browser, Break-in alerts, Fake icons and PINs

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Secret Photo Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Secret Photo Pro \| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Secret Photo Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime App | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app idea
- 🔒 Ability to change passcode
- 👍 Fun to design Lock Screen

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires payment to use full features
- 📢 Excessive ads
- 🐛 Confusing UI and functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Login/restore purchase issues
- Inability to set custom Lock Screen

**Requested features**

- Free access to live wallpaper
- More customization options
- Compatibility with older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Passcode Lock free?

Passcode Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Photo Vault & App Lock free?

Photo Vault & App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Passcode Lock or Photo Vault & App Lock?

Passcode Lock is rated higher. Passcode Lock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Photo Vault & App Lock averages 4.2 from 6.6K ratings.

### Do Passcode Lock or Photo Vault & App Lock have ads?

Photo Vault & App Lock shows ads; Passcode Lock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Passcode Lock or Photo Vault & App Lock?

Passcode Lock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Photo Vault & App Lock every 5 weeks. Most recently, Passcode Lock was updated on September 17, 2026 and Photo Vault & App Lock on September 28, 2026.

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