# App lock vs App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

The clearest difference is rating: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps at 4.6 against App lock's 4.0. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 13%) and ratings volume (9.7K vs 757). App lock's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App lock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 757, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of App lock's written reviews are positive against 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's.

App lock ships an update every 2 weeks, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App lock | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (757 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-passcode-lock-apps/id1592938462/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 757 | **9.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **40.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 35 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Changsha baixing Network Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588591156) | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) |

## What reviewers say

### App lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-passcode-lock-apps/id1592938462)

Secure your apps with custom passwords and personalized icons. This utility allows you to hide apps, change their appearance, and set up biometric unlocking for enhanced privacy and a unique device aesthetic.

**Highlights:** Lock and hide apps, Customize app icons with photos or built-in library, Personalize app names, Set passcode locks, Support TouchID/FaceID unlocking, Batch customization of icons and names

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 应用图标锁高级版月订阅 | $3.99 | per month |
| 应用图标锁高级版包季订阅 | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| 应用图标锁一次性购买永久解锁划算 | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure app locking
- 💡 Customization options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Requires subscription for basic features
- 🌐 Non-English interface
- ⚠️ Unreliable functionality
- 💰 Expensive pricing

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Locked apps can still be accessed
- Subscription issues

**Requested features**

- Add English language support
- Improve user interface
- Provide free trial option


### App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749)

Secure your digital life with this app that locks and hides your applications, photos, videos, and passwords. Automate app blocking based on time or location, and manage sensitive data with ease. It's your all-in-one solution for comprehensive privacy protection.

**Highlights:** Lock and block any app, Automated app blocking by schedule, Location-based app locking, Photo and video vault, Password management, Secret contacts and duplicate cleaner, Private camera

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock - Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing
- 🔒 Fantastic all-in-one security solution
- 👍 User-friendly and reliable
- 🔒 Provides great security and privacy
- 👍 Seamless integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🐛 Buggy and freezes
- 💰 Expensive/Requires subscription
- 🐛 Outdated instructions
- 🐛 Doesn't actually hide apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't lock or hide anything
- Subscription popup issues
- Locking process not working
- Shortcuts not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Backup data option
- Support for more apps to lock


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App lock free?

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

### Is App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps free?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, App lock or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. App lock averages 4.0 out of 5 from 757 ratings, while App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 from 9.7K ratings.

### Do App lock or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps have ads?

Neither App lock nor App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, App lock or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

App lock ships an update every 2 weeks, and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps every 3 weeks. Most recently, App lock was updated on September 18, 2026 and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps on September 24, 2026.

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