# App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps vs Lock Vault

The clearest difference is rating: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps at 4.6 against Lock Vault's 3.0. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (9.7K vs 4). Lock Vault's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Lock Vault asks for nothing beyond the download.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, Lock Vault every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps | Lock Vault |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** | [3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-vault-notes-hider/id1620750362/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.7K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 71 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) | [Super Fast Unlimited Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1594770371) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Lock Vault

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-vault-notes-hider/id1620750362)

Securely manage and protect your private photos, videos, contacts, and documents. This tool offers a simple PIN creation and an emergency unlock feature for forgotten passwords, ensuring your sensitive data remains private.

**Highlights:** Manage private photos/videos, Create secret contacts, Protect private documents, Store all passwords, Easy PIN creation, Emergency password recovery

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

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

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

### Is Lock Vault free?

Lock Vault is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while Lock Vault averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.

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

Lock Vault shows ads; App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps does not.

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

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Lock Vault every 3 months. Most recently, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps was updated on October 20, 2026 and Lock Vault on October 17, 2026.

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