# AppLock vs Super App Lock

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Super App Lock at 85% against AppLock's 33%. Super App Lock also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.6) and ads (none vs shown). AppLock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Super App Lock sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. AppLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

Super App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super App Lock has 2.4K ratings behind it against 418, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of AppLock's written reviews are positive against 85% of Super App Lock's.

AppLock ships an update every 5 months, Super App Lock every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AppLock | Super App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (418 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applock-photo-lock/id1509154892/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 418 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 32.5% of reviews | **84.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 66 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DoMobile Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/523576985) | [Safe App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728363698) |

## What reviewers say

### AppLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applock-photo-lock/id1509154892)

Securely hide your private photos and videos with a password, fingerprint, or face ID. This app offers a private browser with automatic history deletion, ensuring your sensitive media remains inaccessible to others.

**Highlights:** Hide photos, Hide videos, Password lock, Fingerprint lock, Face ID lock, Private browser

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Photo and video protection/locking functionality
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🌐 Private browser feature
- ✅ Effective security for sensitive content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📢 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
- 💾 Data loss after uninstalling or phone reset
- 🔄 No cloud backup or account recovery system
- ❌ Misleading app description (claims app lock but only locks photos)
- 🐛 App crashes and freezes frequently

**Reported bugs**

- Photos and videos deleted after app uninstall
- Data loss after phone factory reset
- Data not recoverable when switching to new device
- Album selection not showing when locking photos
- App crashes and forces exit

**Requested features**

- Premium subscription option to remove ads
- Cloud backup and account recovery functionality
- iCloud integration for data persistence
- Fingerprint/biometric authentication instead of password
- Multi-tab private browser


### Super App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191)

Secure your device by locking individual apps, hiding private photos and videos, and preventing accidental uninstallation. Protect your sensitive data with PIN or Face ID, and gain insights into app usage.

**Highlights:** Lock social media and payment apps, Encrypted photo and video vault, Track app usage statistics, Prevent accidental app uninstallation, Parental controls for app installation and screen time, PIN and Face ID protection

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super App Lock: Lock Apps | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Super App Lock Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（周订阅） | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro(Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Month) | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Basic mode is enough for most users
- 🔒 Adds a whole new level of security
- 🔒 Allows locking apps with passcode or Face ID
- 👍 Easy to use, with one-tap hide/unhide
- 👍 Apps remain locked even after unlocking phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App shows up briefly in App Library after closing
- 🐛 Can't hide the Super App Lock app itself
- 🔒 Only 5 apps can be locked in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing on iOS 16.6.1
- Apps still usable after timeout

**Requested features**

- Ability to change app icon and lock screen
- Option to hide app completely without appearing in App Library
- Support for locking Safari browser
- Automatic restoration of App Store icon after hiding
- Dark mode support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AppLock free?

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

### Is Super App Lock free?

Super App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AppLock or Super App Lock?

Super App Lock is rated higher. AppLock averages 3.6 out of 5 from 418 ratings, while Super App Lock averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do AppLock or Super App Lock have ads?

AppLock shows ads; Super App Lock does not.

### Which is updated more often, AppLock or Super App Lock?

AppLock ships an update every 5 months, and Super App Lock every 9 days. Most recently, AppLock was updated on November 3, 2026 and Super App Lock on November 4, 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.*