# App lock vs App Lock

The clearest difference is rating: App lock at 4.0 against App Lock's 2.3. App lock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (757 vs 3). App Lock's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App lock holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App lock has 757 ratings behind it against 3, 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 0% of App Lock's.

App lock ships an update every 2 weeks, App Lock every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App lock | App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (757 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-passcode-lock-apps/id1592938462/reviews)** | [2.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-app-and-lock-app/id6670211196/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **757** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **12.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Changsha baixing Network Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588591156) | [Pinal Goti](https://appshunter.io/developer/1746507294) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-app-and-lock-app/id6670211196)

Secure your private apps with a customizable PIN password. Protect messaging, social media, and photo galleries from unwanted access. Personalize your lock screen with various themes for enhanced privacy and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Customizable PIN password for app security, Lock messaging, social media, and photo apps, Variety of lock screen themes, Protection from unwanted viewers, Guidance on setting app locks, Secure password protection

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Hide App One Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Hide App One Year | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App lock free?

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

### Is App Lock free?

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

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

App lock is rated higher. App lock averages 4.0 out of 5 from 757 ratings, while App Lock averages 2.3 from 3 ratings.

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

App Lock shows ads; App lock does not.

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

App lock ships an update every 2 weeks, and App Lock every 2 days. Most recently, App lock was updated on October 7, 2026 and App Lock on October 9, 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.*