# App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps vs Hidem

The clearest difference is ads: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps at none against Hidem's shown. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (9.7K vs 818). Hidem's advantage is review sentiment (74% vs 41%). On price, update cadence, 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 Hidem sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 818, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's written reviews are positive against 74% of Hidem's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, Hidem every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps | Hidem |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** | [4.3 (818 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidem-app-lock-lock-apps/id6462785335/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.7K** | 818 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | **73.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) | [俏飞 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1592831626) |

## 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


### Hidem

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidem-app-lock-lock-apps/id6462785335)

Secure your device by locking apps, photos, and videos with a password or Face ID. It offers parental controls to manage app usage and promote self-discipline by tracking screen time and limiting app installations. Prevent accidental purchases and app deletions for enhanced control.

**Highlights:** Lock apps, photos, and videos, Password and Face ID unlock, Parental control for app usage, Screen time tracking, Prohibit app deletion and installation, Prevent App Store purchases

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free Trial Month Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Free Trial Week Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Limited Time Discount | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Free Trial Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Limited-Time Discount Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Reliable
- 🚀 Fast
- 💡 Great features
- 👍 Works well
- 👍 Good app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes
- 🐛 Compatibility issues
- 💰 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Search box crashes
- Unable to restore purchased account

**Requested features**

- Support for iOS 18
- Quicker hide/restore functionality


## 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 Hidem free?

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

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

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while Hidem averages 4.3 from 818 ratings.

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

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

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

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Hidem every 4 weeks. Most recently, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps was updated on September 21, 2026 and Hidem on September 22, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*