Comparison

AppCrypt vs SHIFT Web

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

Head to head
About

AppCrypt

This app provides comprehensive privacy and digital wellness tools by locking individual applications and blocking specific websites. It offers scheduling features to manage access and prevent distractions, enhancing productivity and security.

Highlights
  • App lock for individual apps
  • Website blocker for specific sites
  • Customizable schedules for app/site access
  • PIN protection for apps
  • Block adult sites with one tap
  • Hide App Store and Delete App options
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AppCrypt is an app lock and website blocker rolled into one, with a schedule feature to give you flexibility. * Lock your important apps to protect your privacy * Block addictive and inappropriate sites for better digital wellness * Limit distractions from apps and sites while working or studying to boost productivity Main features: - App lock • Lock individual apps, such as WhatsApp, Messages, Photos, etc. • Lock categories of apps, such as Social, Games, etc. • Lock apps with a 4- or 6-digit PIN • Auto re-lock apps after they’ve been unlocked for e.g., 10 minutes • Lock AppCrypt itself, protecting your app lock settings - Website blocker • Block specific websites, such as youtube.com, tiktok.com, etc. • Support Safari, Chrome, Edge, Firefox and other browsers • Support both normal browsing mode and incognito mode • Block adult sites with just one tap - Schedule • Add, edit, turn on/off, and delete schedules • Set a schedule by selecting the days of the week and a start and end time • Schedules apply to both app lock and website blocker • Lock apps and block sites permanently based on the default schedule Additional features: - Hide the App Store app to prevent new apps from being installed - Hide the Delete App option to prevent existing apps from being deleted - Disable in-app purchases to prevent unwanted purchases from being made Benefits of using AppCrypt: * Stop others from snooping through your apps, photos, messages, notes, etc. * Stop kids from messing with your apps, like changing camera settings * Restrict access to distracting apps and websites to improve focus * Block porn, gambling and other bad apps and sites to help stop addiction * Limit time spent on apps and websites, reducing screen time * Prevent unauthorized app installing and deleting, avoiding unwanted changes * Prevent unauthorized in-app purchases, avoiding unexpected charges AppCrypt is easy to use and versatile. You can use it as an app lock, app blocker, website blocker, screen time limiting app, productivity app, etc. Get it now! Support If you have any questions about AppCrypt, please feel free to contact our support team at support@cisdem.com. Terms of Use: https://www.cisdem.com/about/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://www.cisdem.com/resource/privacy-policy.html

About

SHIFT Web

This web browser enhances online safety by filtering explicit content on social media and search engines. It intelligently monitors URLs and search terms to block inappropriate material, ensuring a private and secure browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Content filtering for social media
  • URL and search term monitoring
  • Blocks explicit and NSFW content
  • Supports Instagram, Twitter/X, Reddit, TikTok, Google
  • Local filtering, no data collection
  • Standard browser features
Features
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Make room for what matters with SHIFT. Build more intentional phone habits with tools for focus, planning, and managing distractions. • Start a SHIFT to step away from distracting apps. • Protect time with focus sessions and recurring schedules. • Organize your day with a calendar, tasks, and daily goals. • Manage content filtering and custom website or search-term blocks. • View usage insights when the required permissions are enabled. Some features require a paid SHIFT plan and a linked device. The in-app purchase provides lifetime access for one device, with a single payment and no subscription. Existing customers can sign in to access their eligible plan. Initial device setup requires SHIFT Desktop on a compatible Mac or Windows computer and a connection to the device. Purchasing a plan and completing device setup are separate steps.

Screenshots

AppCrypt4 screens
SHIFT Web4 screens

Verdict

The call

AppCrypt and SHIFT Web both sit at 3.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 88% of AppCrypt's written reviews are positive against 47% of SHIFT Web's. AppCrypt also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.4). SHIFT Web's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (34 vs 7). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. AppCrypt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and SHIFT Web sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.7 for AppCrypt against 3.8 for SHIFT Web. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 34 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 88% of AppCrypt's written reviews are positive against 47% of SHIFT Web's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AppCrypt ships an update every 2 weeks, SHIFT Web every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AppCrypt versus SHIFT Web: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAppCryptSHIFT Web
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (7 ratings)3.8 (34 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.5% of reviews — better46.7% of reviews
Number of ratings734 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB234 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCisdem Inc.RETVRN INC.

Customer experience

AppCrypt

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive88.5%
Neutral3.8%
Negative7.7%

SHIFT Web

All ratings33 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral12.1%
Negative24.2%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive46.7%
Neutral20.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AppCrypt

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year
1 purchases

SHIFT Web

One-time1
  • SHIFT Lifetime$149.99

Questions

Is AppCrypt free?
AppCrypt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SHIFT Web free?
SHIFT Web is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AppCrypt or SHIFT Web?
SHIFT Web is rated higher. AppCrypt averages 3.7 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while SHIFT Web averages 3.8 from 34 ratings.
Do AppCrypt or SHIFT Web have ads?
Neither AppCrypt nor SHIFT Web shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AppCrypt or SHIFT Web?
AppCrypt ships an update every 2 weeks, and SHIFT Web every 8 days. Most recently, AppCrypt was updated on October 24, 2026 and SHIFT Web on October 31, 2026.

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