Comparison

aLock vs ScanBoy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

aLock

Manage your screen time effectively by setting usage limits for apps and automatically restricting them when limits are reached. This app helps users, including children, focus better by blocking distractions and inappropriate content. A free trial is available for premium features.

Highlights
  • Set app usage limits
  • Automatic app restriction
  • Manual app restriction/restoration
  • Focus enhancement for children
  • Distraction blocking
  • Free trial for premium features
Features
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It is a very useful screen time management app that allows you to set usage limits for apps and automatically restrict apps when the limit is reached. Additionally, you can manually restrict or restore applications as needed. - Use of social media and games can be limited to help children focus better and block inappropriate content. - A time limit for the app can be set to help you not get distracted by the app. Start a free trial to access all premium features - You can subscribe for unlimited access to all premium features - Within 24 hours before the end of the free trial period, the change fee calculated according to the subscription plan will be automatically debited from your account - You can cancel the auto-renewal at any time, if the cancellation occurs at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Support: tinfineapp@outlook.com Privacy Policy: https://decisive-store-bd5.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-3930ce2f70bf41df93666e029f0a1d19 Terms of Use: https://decisive-store-bd5.notion.site/Terms-Conditions-7dcac12bf71f41edbee0e260df02c563

About

ScanBoy

Transform your device into a powerful document scanner. Effortlessly convert physical documents into high-quality PDFs with AI-generated filenames and editable text recognition. Personalize your scans with themes and enjoy lightning-fast operation.

Highlights
  • High-quality PDF scanning
  • AI-generated filenames
  • OCR text recognition
  • Filename templates
  • Fast operation
  • Apple Files integration
  • Customizable themes
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ScanBoy is the ultimate document scanning app that transforms your camera into a pocket-sized scanner! Say goodbye to clunky scanners and hello to convenience, speed, and a whole lot of fun. With ScanBoy, you can effortlessly convert your physical documents into high-quality PDFs with just a few taps. Scan with Ease: Simply point your camera at any document, receipt, or note, and ScanBoy will work its magic, capturing every detail with precision. It's like having a scanner in your pocket, ready to capture important moments anytime, anywhere. AI-Generated Filenames: Let ScanBoy take the guesswork out of naming your scanned files. Our cutting-edge AI technology analyzes the content of each document and generates smart, descriptive filenames. You'll never struggle to find the right file again! OCR Magic: Say goodbye to manual typing! ScanBoy's built-in OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology recognizes text within your scanned documents, making it easy to search, edit, and extract information. Whether it's a business card or a lengthy report, ScanBoy has got your back! Filename Templates: Tired of manually typing out filenames for repetitive documents? Say hello to ScanBoy's brilliant Filename Templates feature! With this powerful tool, you can create easy, repeatable, and fully customizable filenames for those batches of documents that seem to never end. Lightning-Fast Operation: We know you're busy, so ScanBoy is optimized for speed. From scanning to saving, everything happens in a blink of an eye. No more waiting around—get things done in a flash! Easy File Saving: ScanBoy saves your documents directly to the Apple Files app. Use your iCloud storage for seamless document syncing between your Apple devices. Themes Galore: Personalize your PDFs with ScanBoy's amazing themes. Choose from a range of vibrant colors and designs that match your style and make your documents pop. Who said scanning had to be boring? Fun Design: Scanning doesn't have to be a mundane task. ScanBoy's delightful and playful design adds a touch of joy to your scanning experience. You'll find yourself smiling as you digitize your important papers! So, why wait? Download ScanBoy today and say hello to a world where scanning is efficient, delightful, and just a little bit magical! ------- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

aLock4 screens
ScanBoy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScanBoy at 5.0 against aLock's 4.6. ScanBoy also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 75%). aLock's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (31 vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. aLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and ScanBoy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanBoy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: aLock has 31 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of aLock's written reviews are positive against 100% of ScanBoy's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

aLock ships an update every 3 weeks, ScanBoy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
aLock versus ScanBoy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteraLockScanBoy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (31 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings31 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer裕涛 兰Deadpan, LLC

Customer experience

aLock

All ratings31 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

ScanBoy

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

aLock

Subscriptions2
  • App Lock for 1 week3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • App Lock for 1 year3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • App Lock Premium$19.99
2 purchases

ScanBoy

Subscriptions2
  • ScanBoy Pro$0.991 Month
  • ScanBoy Pro3 Days trial$7.991 Year

Questions

Is aLock free?
aLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanBoy free?
ScanBoy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, aLock or ScanBoy?
ScanBoy is rated higher. aLock averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while ScanBoy averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do aLock or ScanBoy have ads?
Neither aLock nor ScanBoy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, aLock or ScanBoy?
aLock ships an update every 3 weeks, and ScanBoy every 2 months. Most recently, aLock was updated on September 30, 2026 and ScanBoy on September 20, 2026.

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