Comparison

Passcode Lock vs AppLock

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

Head to head
About

Passcode Lock

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
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Use this app with your Passcode smart lock: • Lock or unlock your door with the push of a button • Log in to your account to access your available locks • Set up a new lock by scanning in the app • Configure your lock's description and orientation • Manage lock access • Send one-time key to anyone

About

AppLock

Secure your phone by locking individual apps with a password or fingerprint. Protect sensitive data like photos, messages, and financial information from unauthorized access. Customize your lock screen with various background options.

Highlights
  • PIN code and pattern locks
  • Fingerprint unlock
  • Lock photos and images
  • Lock messages and contacts
  • Customizable lock screen backgrounds
  • Prevent unauthorized app access
Features
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AppLock uses two kinds of lock: model lock & fingerprint lock - This app can lock any app with a password or fingerprint, lock photos, lock images, lock messages... - AppLock can protect every application on your phone, especially social networks. - Prevent strangers from stealing your personal information such as photos, messages, and contacts. - Stop children from using their phones to access forbidden applications. - Avoid other people making transactions, transfer money to steal credit card transaction information App Lock supports two most common types of lock: PIN code and Pattern. Pincode is very beautiful and very easy to use. The pattern have high level of security You can unlock applications faster and more conveniently using fingerprints - You can alter your background for your lock screen with 3 options: + Use your device wallpaper. + Use basic colors, gradient colors, or custom colors at your disposal. + Use photos, and images from your collection.

Screenshots

Passcode Lock4 screens
AppLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Passcode Lock at 5.0 against AppLock's 3.8. Passcode Lock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). AppLock's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (17 vs 3). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Passcode Lock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AppLock has 17 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Passcode Lock ships an update every 3 weeks, AppLock every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and August 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Passcode Lock versus AppLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPasscode LockAppLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.8 (17 ratings)
Positive reviews—69.2% of reviews
Number of ratings317 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB33 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperTritium Studios LLCSon Ngo Dinh

Customer experience

Passcode Lock

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

AppLock

All ratings17 ratings
Positive70.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.4%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%

In-app purchases

None

Passcode Lock

No in-app purchases

None

AppLock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Passcode Lock free?
Passcode Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AppLock free?
AppLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Passcode Lock or AppLock?
Passcode Lock is rated higher. Passcode Lock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while AppLock averages 3.8 from 17 ratings.
Do Passcode Lock or AppLock have ads?
AppLock shows ads; Passcode Lock does not.
Which is updated more often, Passcode Lock or AppLock?
Passcode Lock ships an update every 3 weeks, and AppLock every 3 days. Most recently, Passcode Lock was updated on September 17, 2026 and AppLock on August 21, 2026.

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