# App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps vs App Lock, Blocker & Controller

The clearest difference is ads: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps at none against App Lock, Blocker & Controller's shown. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps also leads on ratings volume (9.7K vs 238). App Lock, Blocker & Controller's advantage is review sentiment (60% vs 41%) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and App Lock, Blocker & Controller sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 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 4.7 for App Lock, Blocker & Controller. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's written reviews are positive against 60% of App Lock, Blocker & Controller's.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps | App Lock, Blocker & Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews) | **[4.7 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.7K** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **60.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) | [UPLOSS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615343138) |

## 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


### App Lock, Blocker & Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044)

This app provides comprehensive control over your iPhone's apps and privacy. It offers advanced locking mechanisms, time restrictions, and prevents unauthorized uninstalls. Securely manage accounts and passwords, and prevent unwanted in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** App locking mechanisms, Time restrictions, Password/fingerprint authentication, App uninstall prevention, Secure account and password management, In-app purchase prevention

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 001.intro.free.3.week.4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.common.week.4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.intro.free.3.week.5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.intro.week.5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| pro common month 001 | $9.99 | per month |
| applocker pro | $19.99 | per year |
| app locker pro | $24.99 | per year |
| premium version year trial 001 | $39.99 | per year |
| pro common trial year 001 | $39.99 | per year |
| 002.common.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| 003.intro.free.3.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| 003.common.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |


## 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 App Lock, Blocker & Controller free?

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

### Which has better reviews, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?

App Lock, Blocker & Controller is rated higher. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while App Lock, Blocker & Controller averages 4.7 from 238 ratings.

### Do App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps or App Lock, Blocker & Controller have ads?

App Lock, Blocker & Controller shows ads; App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps does not.

### Which is updated more often, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. Most recently, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps was updated on October 15, 2026 and App Lock, Blocker & Controller on October 6, 2026.

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