# RoleTine vs Super App Lock

The clearest difference is rating: Super App Lock at 4.7 against RoleTine's 1.0. Super App Lock also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 1). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RoleTine sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Super App Lock sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Super App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super App Lock has 2.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of RoleTine's written reviews are positive against 85% of Super App Lock's.

RoleTine ships an update every 2 months, Super App Lock every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RoleTine | Super App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roletine-app-screen-time-tool/id416481809/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 82.4% of reviews | **84.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [国强 钱](https://appshunter.io/developer/371924013) | [Safe App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728363698) |

## What reviewers say

### RoleTine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roletine-app-screen-time-tool/id416481809)

Manage your app and website usage with customizable roles. Set time limits, block specific applications, and analyze your digital habits for better self-discipline and privacy.

**Highlights:** Create custom roles for app management, Set daily usage limits for apps/websites, Block specified applications, Analyze app usage patterns, Control app installation/removal permissions, Focus mode for automation

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient for sending multiple files
- 💡 Fills a gap in native functionality
- ✅ Works as advertised
- ✨ Very handy

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work
- 🐛 Keeps closing itself
- 🐛 Never sent anything
- 🐛 Rubbish
- 🐛 Inutile

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't work
- Software never sent anything
- Keeps closing itself to main screen
- Does not work in any way I try
- Rubbish, doesn't do what it states

**Requested features**

- Rearrange statements in different order
- Categories breakdown for statements
- Google Drive support
- Ability to select multiple photos
- iPad version


### Super App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191)

Secure your device by locking individual apps, hiding private photos and videos, and preventing accidental uninstallation. Protect your sensitive data with PIN or Face ID, and gain insights into app usage.

**Highlights:** Lock social media and payment apps, Encrypted photo and video vault, Track app usage statistics, Prevent accidental app uninstallation, Parental controls for app installation and screen time, PIN and Face ID protection

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super App Lock: Lock Apps | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Super App Lock Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（周订阅） | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro(Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Month) | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Basic mode is enough for most users
- 🔒 Adds a whole new level of security
- 🔒 Allows locking apps with passcode or Face ID
- 👍 Easy to use, with one-tap hide/unhide
- 👍 Apps remain locked even after unlocking phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App shows up briefly in App Library after closing
- 🐛 Can't hide the Super App Lock app itself
- 🔒 Only 5 apps can be locked in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing on iOS 16.6.1
- Apps still usable after timeout

**Requested features**

- Ability to change app icon and lock screen
- Option to hide app completely without appearing in App Library
- Support for locking Safari browser
- Automatic restoration of App Store icon after hiding
- Dark mode support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RoleTine free?

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

### Is Super App Lock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RoleTine or Super App Lock?

Super App Lock is rated higher. RoleTine averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Super App Lock averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do RoleTine or Super App Lock have ads?

Neither RoleTine nor Super App Lock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RoleTine or Super App Lock?

RoleTine ships an update every 2 months, and Super App Lock every 9 days. Most recently, RoleTine was updated on November 1, 2026 and Super App Lock on November 8, 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.*