# Password Manager vs App Lock

The clearest difference is monetization model: Password Manager at free with in-app purchases against App Lock's subscription. Password Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (81% vs 58%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password Manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and App Lock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Password Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.1K and 5.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 58% of App Lock's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager | App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id1627460689/reviews)** | [4.5 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock/id6448239603/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3.1K | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 57.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 112 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [2Stable](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534145511) | [Lilucat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676061700) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id1627460689)

Securely store all your sensitive digital information, including passwords, credit card details, 2FA codes, and files, in an end-to-end encrypted vault. Share data securely with others and generate strong, unique passwords for all your accounts. Access your information quickly and safely across all your devices.

**Highlights:** End-to-end encrypted vault, Secure password generator, Private encrypted groups with sharing, Autofill for websites and apps, Synchronization across Apple devices, Secure encrypted backups, Face ID/Touch ID access

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Password Manager | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Password Manager | $9.99 | per month |
| Password Manager | $19.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $29.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $49.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $49.99 | per year |
| 2Stable Premium | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient app
- 💡 Useful features
- 🔒 Robust security protocols

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Difficult to set up
- 🔒 Lack of import function
- 🔒 Confusing UI
- 🔒 Lack of Mac/iPad support

**Reported bugs**

- Copy/paste functionality not working
- Authenticator app integration issues
- Difficulty setting up account
- Unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Import function from other password managers
- Mac and iPad app support
- More customization options
- Improved authentication methods
- Ability to export data


### App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock/id6448239603)

Secure your sensitive applications and personal data with this privacy tool. Easily lock any app to prevent unauthorized access and keep your information out of sight from prying eyes. Enjoy enhanced device security and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Lock any application, Hide sensitive apps, Block websites, Intuitive interface, Prevent unauthorized access, Enhance device privacy

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock | $4.99 | per month |
| App Lock | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock | $14.99 | per year |
| App Locker for iPhone | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful app
- 🔒 Provides app security
- 🔒 Locks apps with Face ID/Touch ID/PIN
- 👍 Great for keeping private information secure
- 👍 Useful for parents to restrict child access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Home screen layout gets scrambled when app is turned off
- 🐛 App Blocker resets widget stacks
- 💰 Aggressive subscription push
- 🔒 Locked apps only unlocked for a limited time
- 🐛 Doesn't persist app blocking across phone restarts

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons at the bottom of the screen are inaccessible on some devices
- Prompts are not legible with larger font settings
- Locked apps can still be accessed by restarting the phone

**Requested features**

- Allow concealing the app locker
- Add scheduling/time-based locking
- Provide separate unlock code from phone passcode
- Improve usability when Dynamic Island is in use


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Manager free?

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

### Is App Lock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Password Manager or App Lock?

Password Manager is rated higher. Password Manager averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while App Lock averages 4.5 from 5.2K ratings.

### Do Password Manager or App Lock have ads?

App Lock shows ads; Password Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager or App Lock?

Password Manager ships an update fortnightly, and App Lock fortnightly. Most recently, Password Manager was updated on October 2, 2026 and App Lock on October 3, 2026.

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