# Screen Time Control vs AppLocker

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AppLocker at 100% against Screen Time Control's 0%. AppLocker also leads on ads (none vs shown). Screen Time Control's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and AppLocker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Time Control has 20 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 0% of Screen Time Control's written reviews are positive against 100% of AppLocker's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Screen Time Control ships an update every 2 months, AppLocker every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Control | AppLocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-focusmate/id1668064760/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applocker-face-id-app-lock/id6756119642/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 56 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ADAPPS SOFTWARE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240972162) | [AHMET BUGRA KACDI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1844635943) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-focusmate/id1668064760)

Take control of your digital life with this powerful screen time manager and app blocker. Set limits, block distractions, and build healthier habits to reclaim your time and improve focus.

**Highlights:** Limit screen time, Block distracting apps and websites, Create distraction-free focus sessions, Structure day with focused intervals, Track screen time usage and progress, Temporarily relax restrictions

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Trial Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 3 Day Free | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 Week Free | $34.99 | per year |


### AppLocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applocker-face-id-app-lock/id6756119642)

Secure your device by locking individual applications with a passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID. Prevent unauthorized access, app installations, deletions, and in-app purchases. A premium subscription unlocks all advanced privacy features.

**Highlights:** Lock apps with PIN, Face ID, or Touch ID, Block app installations, Prevent app deletions, Block in-app purchases, Temporary blocking of all apps, Utilizes Screen Time framework

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Control free?

Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AppLocker free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Control or AppLocker?

Screen Time Control is rated higher. Screen Time Control averages 4.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while AppLocker averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Control or AppLocker have ads?

Screen Time Control shows ads; AppLocker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Time Control or AppLocker?

Screen Time Control ships an update every 2 months, and AppLocker every 6 months. Most recently, Screen Time Control was updated on September 21, 2026 and AppLocker on September 14, 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.*