# aLock vs Timer App Blocker

The clearest difference is review sentiment: aLock at 75% against Timer App Blocker's 20%. aLock also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.9) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. aLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Timer App Blocker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

aLock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31 and 27 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of aLock's written reviews are positive against 20% of Timer App Blocker's.

aLock ships an update every 3 weeks, Timer App Blocker every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 30, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | aLock | Timer App Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alock-app-lock/id1663668785/reviews)** | [3.9 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-app-blocker-lock-apps/id6476863110/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [裕涛 兰](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624361053) | [淼 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637045663) |

## What reviewers say

### aLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alock-app-lock/id1663668785)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock for 1 week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock for 1 year | $9.99 | per year |
| App Lock Premium | $19.99 | one-time |


### Timer App Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timer-app-blocker-lock-apps/id6476863110)

Secure your device with an intelligent app locker. Protect personal privacy, prevent data leaks, and manage children's screen time. Enhance security with a digital password and prevent accidental deletions or unauthorized in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** App privacy protection, Parental screen time control, Digital password security, Data protection against deletion, Consumer supervision for purchases

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $1.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership | $9.99 | per year |
| Limited time free membership | Free | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is aLock free?

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

### Is Timer App Blocker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, aLock or Timer App Blocker?

aLock is rated higher. aLock averages 4.6 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Timer App Blocker averages 3.9 from 27 ratings.

### Do aLock or Timer App Blocker have ads?

Timer App Blocker shows ads; aLock does not.

### Which is updated more often, aLock or Timer App Blocker?

aLock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Timer App Blocker every 4 weeks. Most recently, aLock was updated on August 30, 2026 and Timer App Blocker on August 29, 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.*