# Lock Launcher vs Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game

The clearest difference is monetization model: Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game at freemium against Lock Launcher's subscription. Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days) and ratings volume (37K vs 4K). Lock Launcher's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 47%) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.3). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lock Launcher sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.59 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lock Launcher holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game has 37K ratings behind it against 4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Lock Launcher's written reviews are positive against 47% of Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game's.

Lock Launcher ships an update every 9 days, Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lock Launcher | Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-launcher-launch-apps/id1636719674/reviews)** | [4.6 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-pals-widget-pet-game/id6443919232/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4K | **37K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.5% of reviews** | 47.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#142** | #166 |
| Size | 105 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.3 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [6X Studio LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/888749139) | [Christian Selig](https://appshunter.io/developer/687795558) |

## What reviewers say

### Lock Launcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-launcher-launch-apps/id1636719674)

**Currently charting:** #142 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Instantly launch apps, websites, and shortcuts from your lock screen or control center. Customize widgets with tinted icons and access features like camera control and health data with a single tap.

**Highlights:** Lock screen widgets, Control Center integration, App and shortcut launching, Customizable icons, Camera control, Health data widgets, Dynamic Island features

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro (Monthly) | $1.49 | per month |
| Pro (Yearly) | $6.99 | per year |
| Pro (Lifetime) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro (Activate) | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Customizable Lock Screen and Dynamic Island
- 🚀 Efficient use of Live Activities
- 💡 Innovative app launcher on Lock Screen
- 🤩 Lots of free features
- 🔥 Great for power users

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔄 Needs to be reopened periodically
- 🤔 Confusing setup for some users
- 🤖 Lacks support for certain apps

**Reported bugs**

- Dynamic Island countdown issues
- Live Activities sometimes stop working
- Launcher not always appearing on Lock Screen

**Requested features**

- Ability to keep Live Activities always on
- More customization options for Lock Screen widgets
- Shortcuts integration for automation
- Transparent background support for iPad


### Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-pals-widget-pet-game/id6443919232)

**Currently charting:** #166 Top Free · Graphics & Design, #189 Top Grossing · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Bring adorable pixel art pets to your Home Screen, Lock Screen, and Live Activities. Customize your chosen companions and enjoy their presence as you navigate your device, adding a touch of joy to every interaction. A variety of animals are available to personalize and name.

**Highlights:** Customizable pixel art pets, Home Screen widgets, Lock Screen customization, Live Activities integration, Variety of animal companions, Name customization

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pixel Pals Premium Monthly BF | $1.59 | per month |
| Pixel Pals Premium (Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Pixel Pals Premium Yearly BF | $11.99 | per year |
| Pixel Pals Premium (Yearly) | $14.99 | per year |
| Food Pack Small | $0.99 | one-time |
| Food Pack Large | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Lifetime Black Friday | $48.49 | one-time |
| Pixel Pals Premium (Lifetime) | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Cute and fun
- 👍 Great use of Dynamic Island
- 👍 Customizable pets
- 👍 Smooth integration with Apollo

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🐛 Buggy and unreliable
- 🔒 Limited free features
- 📵 Doesn't work well outside of app

**Reported bugs**

- Resets progress and pets when phone restarts
- Transparent background not working
- Subscription issues and locked features
- Pets disappearing from Dynamic Island

**Requested features**

- More free pet options
- Ability to interact with pets outside of app
- Syncing between Apollo and Pixel Pals
- Customizable pet animations and behaviors


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lock Launcher free?

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

### Is Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game free?

Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lock Launcher or Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game?

Lock Launcher is rated higher. Lock Launcher averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4K ratings, while Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game averages 4.6 from 37K ratings.

### Do Lock Launcher or Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game have ads?

Neither Lock Launcher nor Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Lock Launcher or Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game?

Lock Launcher ships an update every 9 days, and Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game every 2 days. Most recently, Lock Launcher was updated on October 25, 2026 and Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Lock Launcher or Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game?

Lock Launcher currently peaks at #142 in the App Store charts, and Pixel Pals Widget Pet Game at #166. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*