Comparison

AppCrypt vs LimitX

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

LimitX

This app provides comprehensive iOS-wide protection against adult content and unwanted websites. It offers features like app blocking, custom schedules, and a strict mode for enhanced discipline. An accountability dashboard allows for transparent usage tracking.

Highlights
  • iOS-wide adult content blocking
  • App blocking with time limits
  • Strict Mode for permanent blocking
  • Accountability Dashboard
  • Custom schedules
  • AI-powered support
Features
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LimitX helps you focus, filter distracting websites, and manage app access on iPhone and iPad. Build healthier digital habits with clear controls for browsing, screen time, and daily routines. WEBSITE & APP BLOCKING Block unwanted or distracting websites across Safari, Chrome, Firefox, and in-app browsers. Use custom rules and content categories to create a calmer online experience. APP LIMITS & SCHEDULES Set daily limits, create schedules, and restrict selected apps when you want uninterrupted time for study, work, rest, or family routines. STRICT MODE Keep your plan on track with passcode-protected settings, reduced bypass options, and always-on protection when you need extra accountability. FOCUS & PROGRESS See what is filtered, when limits apply, and how your habits change over time. Missions, streaks, and an optional accountability partner help you stay consistent. MADE FOR EVERYDAY DIGITAL WELLBEING • Students who need distraction-free study sessions • Professionals protecting deep-work time • Families building safer, healthier device routines • Anyone who wants more intentional screen time FEATURES • Website blocker and custom filters • App blocker with limits and schedules • Safe browsing and content filtering • Screen time routines and focus sessions • Passcode-protected Strict Mode • Accountability tools, missions, and streaks • AI-powered support to help you stay on track SUBSCRIPTION LimitX Premium unlocks advanced blocking, Strict Mode, schedules, daily limits, accountability tools, AI support, missions, and priority support. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. You can manage or cancel your subscription in Apple ID Settings. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS LimitX offers a 3-day free trial. After your trial: Monthly Plan: $9.99/month Yearly Plan: $69.99/year (Best Value — save 42%) Privacy Policy: https://limitx.app/apple/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AppCrypt4 screens
LimitX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: AppCrypt at 5.0 against LimitX's 4.3. LimitX's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 88%). On price, ratings volume, 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 LimitX sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AppCrypt holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 4 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of AppCrypt's written reviews are positive against 100% of LimitX's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AppCrypt ships an update every 2 weeks, LimitX weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AppCrypt versus LimitX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAppCryptLimitX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better4.3 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews88.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB22 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperCisdem Inc.DOWNLABS

Customer experience

AppCrypt

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive88.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative7.8%

LimitX

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AppCrypt

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

LimitX

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is AppCrypt free?
AppCrypt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LimitX free?
LimitX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AppCrypt or LimitX?
AppCrypt is rated higher. AppCrypt averages 5.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while LimitX averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.
Do AppCrypt or LimitX have ads?
Neither AppCrypt nor LimitX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AppCrypt or LimitX?
AppCrypt ships an update every 2 weeks, and LimitX weekly. Most recently, AppCrypt was updated on October 14, 2026 and LimitX on October 9, 2026.

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