# Lively Widget vs LockWidget

The clearest difference is rating: LockWidget at 4.5 against Lively Widget's 3.8. LockWidget also leads on ratings volume (28K vs 37) and chart position (#164 vs unranked). Lively Widget's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lively Widget sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and LockWidget sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LockWidget holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockWidget has 28K ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of Lively Widget's written reviews are positive against 56% of LockWidget's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Lively Widget ships an update monthly, LockWidget fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 6, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lively Widget | LockWidget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lively-widget-5000-plus-designs/id1642056665/reviews) | **[4.5 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockwidget-lockscreen-themes/id1643112111/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 37 | **28K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.3% of reviews** | 55.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#164** |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 339 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Square Digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1557430296) | [SoCloud Technology Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517288550) |

## What reviewers say

### Lively Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lively-widget-5000-plus-designs/id1642056665)

Create animated and highly customizable widgets for your iPhone's home and lock screens. Display health data, photos, quotes, pixel art, and more with a wide range of design options and presets.

**Highlights:** Animated widget creation, Health and activity data display, Photo and quote widgets, Pixel art creation, GIF sticker integration, StandBy mode compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Subscription | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |


### LockWidget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockwidget-lockscreen-themes/id1643112111)

**Currently charting:** #164 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Personalize your device's lock screen with a wide variety of customizable widgets and HD wallpapers. Add dynamic elements like weather, photos, health trackers, and even interactive pixel pets. Create unique themes and launch apps directly from your lock screen.

**Highlights:** Customizable lock screen widgets, Weather and health tracking widgets, Interactive pixel pet widgets, Couple widgets for anniversaries, Live GIF widgets, App launcher widgets, HD lock screen wallpapers

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Christmas | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lots of customization options
- 👍 Cute and fun widgets
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Variety of wallpapers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Most features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Widgets not working properly
- 🐛 Inaccurate battery/weather widgets
- 🐛 Confusing setup process

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not appearing on lock screen
- Freezing/crashing issues
- Redirecting issues when trying to use widgets

**Requested features**

- More free widget options
- Ability to customize widget placements
- Improve widget stability and accuracy
- Add more nature/minimalist wallpaper options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lively Widget free?

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

### Is LockWidget free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Lively Widget or LockWidget?

LockWidget is rated higher. Lively Widget averages 3.8 out of 5 from 37 ratings, while LockWidget averages 4.5 from 28K ratings.

### Do Lively Widget or LockWidget have ads?

LockWidget shows ads; Lively Widget does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lively Widget or LockWidget?

Lively Widget ships an update monthly, and LockWidget fortnightly. Most recently, Lively Widget was updated on September 6, 2026 and LockWidget on September 27, 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.*