# App lock vs Super App Lock

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Super App Lock at 88% against App lock's 13%. Super App Lock also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (2.3K 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 Super App Lock sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Super App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 757 and 2.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of App lock's written reviews are positive against 88% of Super App Lock's.

App lock ships an update every 2 weeks, Super App Lock every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App lock | Super App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (757 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-passcode-lock-apps/id1592938462/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 757 | **2.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **87.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Changsha baixing Network Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588591156) | [Safe App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728363698) |

## 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


### 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 (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super App Lock: Lock Apps | $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 |
| Pro(Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $12.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（年订阅） | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $19.99 | one-time |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $29.99 | one-time |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $39.99 | one-time |
| 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 App lock free?

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

### Is Super App Lock free?

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

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

Super App Lock is rated higher. App lock averages 4.0 out of 5 from 757 ratings, while Super App Lock averages 4.7 from 2.3K ratings.

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

Neither App lock nor Super App Lock shows ads.

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

App lock ships an update every 2 weeks, and Super App Lock every 9 days. Most recently, App lock was updated on September 18, 2026 and Super App Lock on September 23, 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.*