# App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps vs Snatch Guard

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Snatch Guard at none against App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's 14. Snatch Guard also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's advantage is ratings volume (9.7K vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Snatch Guard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Snatch Guard holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, Snatch Guard every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps | Snatch Guard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snatch-guard-app-lock/id6767921766/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.7K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 40.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 71 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) | [Oleg Mamiev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896520872) |

## 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


### Snatch Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snatch-guard-app-lock/id6767921766)

This app provides instant protection for your sensitive applications when your phone is snatched. It uses your device's accelerometer to detect sudden movements and immediately locks down selected apps, requiring Face ID or your passcode to regain access.

**Highlights:** Detects phone snatching via accelerometer, Instant system-level app shields, Face ID or passcode unlock, Background protection, Tamper-resistant shields, Customizable shield appearance, Event log with location

**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 Snatch Guard free?

Snatch Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Snatch Guard is rated higher. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 out of 5 from 9.7K ratings, while Snatch Guard averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Neither App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps nor Snatch Guard shows ads.

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

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps ships an update every 3 weeks, and Snatch Guard every 4 days. Most recently, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps was updated on October 29, 2026 and Snatch Guard on October 25, 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.*