# App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps vs Cape

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps and Cape both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 57% of Cape's written reviews are positive against 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Cape sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps against 4.6 for Cape. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.7K and 15K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's written reviews are positive against 57% of Cape's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps | Cape |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews) | **[4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cape-app-to-pause-excess/id6444819615/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9.7K | **15K** |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **57.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 71 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) | [Air Matters Network Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/477700083) |

## 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 (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |

**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


### Cape

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cape-app-to-pause-excess/id6444819615)

This app helps you regain focus by pausing excessive app usage and setting clear digital boundaries. It reduces distractions and impulsive app openings to support healthier screen time habits, especially for those with attention challenges.

**Highlights:** Set daily screen time limits, Take scheduled breaks from apps, Customize pause screens, On-demand access and delayed resume, Automate access with zones and schedules, Receive notifications and reports

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cape Pro Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| Cape Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic and no subscription
- 🔒 Great for increasing security
- 👍 One-time purchase for pro version
- 👍 Completely hides apps for free
- 🔒 Provides good privacy and security

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches, crashes, and lag
- 🐛 App freezes on password screen
- 🐛 Widgets not working after update
- 🐛 Apps not disappearing properly
- 🐛 Restoring shortcut doesn't work

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on password screen
- Widgets not working after update
- Restoring shortcut doesn't work
- Apps not disappearing properly
- Hiding apps doesn't always work

**Requested features**

- More functional incognito note app
- Unlimited app groups
- Free incognito passcode option
- Ability to hide battery statistics
- Option to hide the Cloak app itself


## 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 Cape free?

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

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

Cape is rated higher. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while Cape averages 4.6 from 15K ratings.

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

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

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

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Cape every 3 weeks. Most recently, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps was updated on November 11, 2026 and Cape on November 11, 2026.

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