# Themify vs Lock Launcher

Themify and Lock Launcher both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Lock Launcher's written reviews are positive against 44% of Themify's. Lock Launcher also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). Themify's advantage is ratings volume (346K vs 4K) and chart position (#9 vs #131). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Themify sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Lock Launcher sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lock Launcher holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Themify has 346K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Themify's written reviews are positive against 80% of Lock Launcher's.

Themify ships an update every 3 weeks, Lock Launcher every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Themify | Lock Launcher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (346K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/themify-widget-and-icon-themes/id1534126062/reviews) | **[4.7 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-launcher-launch-apps/id1636719674/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **346K** | 4K |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | **80.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | #131 |
| Size | 227 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AIBY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458102137) | [6X Studio LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/888749139) |

## What reviewers say

### Themify

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/themify-widget-and-icon-themes/id1534126062)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Free · Graphics & Design, #12 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Personalize your iPhone with aesthetic themes, custom icon packs, widgets, and wallpapers. Create unique Home and Lock Screens with ready-made iOS themes or build your own. Sync health data for functional widgets.

**Highlights:** All-in-one home screen customization, Ready-made 3-in-1 themes, Thousands of icon packs, Functional and aesthetic widgets, Live and still wallpapers, Theme maker for custom designs, Apple Health integration

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌺 Aesthetically pleasing themes and designs
- 🔍 Wide variety of free options
- 🎨 Ability to customize home screen and icons
- 💻 Easy to use and navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features and content locked behind paywall
- 🔗 App icons open through Safari, causing delays and issues
- 🚫 Inability to fully customize icons for all apps
- 🔔 Lack of notification badges on custom icons
- ⏱️ Lengthy process to set up individual icons

**Reported bugs**

- Some themes/widgets not loading properly
- Inconsistent behavior when adding/removing icons
- Glitches when switching between themes

**Requested features**

- Search function to find themes/icons easier
- Ability to save custom icon designs
- More free widget and icon options
- Seamless integration with apps without Safari redirect
- Notification badge support for custom icons


### Lock Launcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-launcher-launch-apps/id1636719674)

**Currently charting:** #131 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Instantly launch apps, websites, and shortcuts directly from your iOS lock screen and dynamic island. Customize your experience with widgets, custom icons, and quick access to essential functions. Streamline your device interaction with powerful shortcuts and automation.

**Highlights:** Lock screen widgets, Dynamic Island integration, Customizable icons, Website and shortcut launching, Quick search functionality, QR code scanning, Live Activities support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Monthly) | $1.49 | per month |
| Pro (Yearly) | $6.99 | per year |
| Pro (Lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro (Activate) | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Customizable Lock Screen and Dynamic Island
- 🚀 Efficient use of Live Activities
- 💡 Innovative app launcher on Lock Screen
- 🤩 Lots of free features
- 🔥 Great for power users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔄 Needs to be reopened periodically
- 🤔 Confusing setup for some users
- 🤖 Lacks support for certain apps

**Reported bugs**

- Dynamic Island countdown issues
- Live Activities sometimes stop working
- Launcher not always appearing on Lock Screen

**Requested features**

- Ability to keep Live Activities always on
- More customization options for Lock Screen widgets
- Shortcuts integration for automation
- Transparent background support for iPad


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Themify free?

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

### Is Lock Launcher free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Themify or Lock Launcher?

Lock Launcher is rated higher. Themify averages 4.6 out of 5 from 346K ratings, while Lock Launcher averages 4.7 from 4K ratings.

### Do Themify or Lock Launcher have ads?

Neither Themify nor Lock Launcher shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Themify or Lock Launcher?

Themify ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lock Launcher every 10 days. Most recently, Themify was updated on November 6, 2026 and Lock Launcher on November 6, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Themify or Lock Launcher?

Themify currently peaks at #9 in the App Store charts, and Lock Launcher at #131. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*