# Passcode Lock vs App Lock, Blocker & Controller

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Passcode Lock at none against App Lock, Blocker & Controller's 15. Passcode Lock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). App Lock, Blocker & Controller's advantage is ratings volume (238 vs 3) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock, Blocker & Controller sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Passcode Lock asks for nothing beyond the download.

Passcode Lock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Blocker & Controller has 238 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Passcode Lock ships an update every 3 weeks, App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and August 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Passcode Lock | App Lock, Blocker & Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passcode-lock/id1493351908/reviews)** | [4.7 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **238** |
| Positive reviews | — | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tritium Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/385805798) | [UPLOSS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615343138) |

## 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


### App Lock, Blocker & Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 001.intro.free.3.week.4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.common.week.4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.intro.free.3.week.5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.intro.week.5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| pro common month 001 | $9.99 | per month |
| applocker pro | $19.99 | per year |
| app locker pro | $24.99 | per year |
| premium version year trial 001 | $39.99 | per year |
| pro common trial year 001 | $39.99 | per year |
| 002.common.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| 003.intro.free.3.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| 003.common.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Passcode Lock free?

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

### Is App Lock, Blocker & Controller free?

App Lock, Blocker & Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Passcode Lock or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?

Passcode Lock is rated higher. Passcode Lock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while App Lock, Blocker & Controller averages 4.7 from 238 ratings.

### Do Passcode Lock or App Lock, Blocker & Controller have ads?

App Lock, Blocker & Controller shows ads; Passcode Lock does not.

### Which is updated more often, Passcode Lock or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?

Passcode Lock ships an update every 3 weeks, and App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. Most recently, Passcode Lock was updated on September 17, 2026 and App Lock, Blocker & Controller on August 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*