# Widgets for LockScreen vs LockInNote

The clearest difference is rating: LockInNote at 5.0 against Widgets for LockScreen's 4.0. LockInNote also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Widgets for LockScreen's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Widgets for LockScreen sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and LockInNote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LockInNote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

Widgets for LockScreen ships an update every 2 weeks, LockInNote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Widgets for LockScreen | LockInNote |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgets-for-lockscreen/id1628785587/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockinnote-note-for-widget/id1644879340/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 39 MB | 9 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MetaProject, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478508092) | [Ryo Yamashita](https://appshunter.io/developer/1347562710) |

## What reviewers say

### Widgets for LockScreen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/widgets-for-lockscreen/id1628785587)

Enhance your iPhone's lock screen with a variety of customizable widgets. Add app launchers, contact shortcuts, countdowns, clocks, calendars, weather, fitness trackers, financial data, motivational quotes, language learning tools, and system information.

**Highlights:** App Launcher widgets, Contact shortcuts, Event countdowns, Customizable clock styles, Calendar and weather displays, Fitness and financial data, Motivational quotes and language learning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium access | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium access | $18.99 | per year |


### LockInNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockinnote-note-for-widget/id1644879340)

Quickly jot down notes directly on your home screen or lock screen widgets. Customize the appearance of your notes with various font and design options. Sync across devices using iCloud and link to other apps with URL schemes.

**Highlights:** Widget note-taking, Customizable font and design, iCloud sync, URL scheme actions, Share sheets, Multi-platform support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AD Free  (iOS, macOS) | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Widgets for LockScreen free?

Widgets for LockScreen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LockInNote free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Widgets for LockScreen or LockInNote?

LockInNote is rated higher. Widgets for LockScreen averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while LockInNote averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Widgets for LockScreen or LockInNote have ads?

Neither Widgets for LockScreen nor LockInNote shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Widgets for LockScreen or LockInNote?

Widgets for LockScreen ships an update every 2 weeks, and LockInNote every 2 months. Most recently, Widgets for LockScreen was updated on September 8, 2026 and LockInNote on June 11, 2026.

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