Comparison

CloudControl vs App Lock

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

Head to head
About

CloudControl

Features
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CloudControl is the ultimate command center for Vultr users on iOS. Transform your iPhone and iPad into a powerful DevOps terminal. Manage your entire infrastructure, SSH into servers, and track AI deployments with the most advanced Vultr client ever built. NEW IN 7.0: THE POWER UPDATE We have redefined what is possible on mobile. CloudControl 7.0 brings a fully native SSH Terminal, Object Storage management, and deep iOS integration with Interactive Widgets and Live Activities. PRO-GRADE SSH TERMINAL - Native Client: Connect directly to your instances with a secure, high-performance terminal. - Key Management: Seamlessly use your stored SSH keys or generate new ones. - Snippets: Execute complex commands with a single tap using custom saved snippets. - Biometric Security: FaceID/TouchID protection for your terminal sessions. STORAGE & AI - Object Storage (S3): Create buckets, upload files, and preview content on the go. - GPU & AI Inference: Monitor high-performance GPU instances and track AI inference usage. - Bare Metal: Full power cycle control and health monitoring for dedicated hardware. iOS NATIVE EXCELLENCE - Interactive Widgets: Start, stop, or reboot servers directly from your Home Screen. - Live Activities: Track long-running deployments (provisioning, restoring) on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. - Siri Shortcuts: Automate your cloud with voice commands like "Hey Siri, reboot production". - iPad Power Dashboard: A reimagined, multi-column interface optimized for iPadOS. FULL VULTR INTEGRATION - Instances (VPS): Start, stop, reboot, monitor, and manage. - Kubernetes Clusters: Full cluster lifecycle and node pools. - Databases: Manage MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis. - Load Balancers: Configure traffic distribution. - Container Registries: Store and manage Docker images. - Networking: VPC, DNS, Firewalls, Reserved IPs. MONITORING & ANALYTICS - Real-time resource monitoring. - Bandwidth usage tracking and history. - Cost analytics and billing overview. - Performance metrics dashboards. - Resource optimization suggestions. MULTI-ACCOUNT SUPPORT - Seamlessly switch between personal and client accounts. - Unified dashboard view for a global overview. SECURITY & PRIVACY - Secure API key storage in iOS Keychain. - Encrypted communication end-to-end. - Privacy-first approach - no tracking. - Biometric authentication support. PERFECT FOR - DevOps professionals - System administrators - Cloud developers - Startup teams - Enterprise users DEMO MODE AVAILABLE Try all features without an API key using the built-in Demo Mode. Download CloudControl today and experience the future of mobile cloud management! A Vultr account is required for live management. CloudControl is an independent third-party app, not affiliated with Vultr Holdings LLC.

About

App Lock

Take control of your device by instantly locking any application. Block distractions, protect sensitive data, or manage screen time with scheduled locking and biometric authentication. Secure up to 50 apps with a clean, private, and offline experience.

Highlights
  • Lock apps with Face ID/fingerprint
  • Lock directly from widgets
  • Scheduled app locking
  • Lock up to 50 apps
  • Private and offline operation
  • Native iOS design
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Take full control of your apps. Anytime. Anywhere. App Lock lets you lock any app on your device — instantly, securely, and without hassle. Whether you want to block distractions, protect sensitive content, or simply control screen time, App Lock gives you the power to decide when and how apps are used. Key Features: • Lock apps with Face ID Secure any app with a single tap. Only you can unlock it — using your face or finger. • Lock directly from widgets Add our widget to your Home or Lock Screen and instantly lock apps without opening the app. One tap — and the app is locked. • Scheduled locking Set custom schedules to automatically lock apps at specific times. Perfect for work hours, focus sessions, or bedtime routines. • Lock up to 50 apps Go beyond the default 5 and take control of your entire device. Unlimited freedom, no restrictions. • Beautiful, native design Clean, intuitive interface designed for iOS. Fast, responsive, and minimal. • Private & offline We never track your app usage. All data stays on your device and nothing leaves it. Whether you’re staying focused, enforcing screen limits, or just keeping things private — App Lock helps you stay in control. - Privacy Policy: https://lykovstudio.io/privacy - Terms of Use: https://lykovstudio.io/terms

Screenshots

CloudControl4 screens
App Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: App Lock at Free against CloudControl's $7.99. App Lock also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). CloudControl's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

App Lock is free to download; CloudControl costs $7.99 up front. App Lock sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. CloudControl asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CloudControl ships an update every 3 weeks, App Lock every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CloudControl versus App Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloudControlApp Lock
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating—4.5 (348 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—348 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size204 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMedevsoLYKOV STUDIO LTD

In-app purchases

None

CloudControl

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

App Lock

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly$5.997 Days
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  • Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Annual$14.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$18.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Annual$29.991 Year
  • Annual3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is CloudControl free?
CloudControl costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is App Lock free?
App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CloudControl or App Lock have ads?
Neither CloudControl nor App Lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CloudControl or App Lock?
CloudControl ships an update every 3 weeks, and App Lock every 4 days. Most recently, CloudControl was updated on October 8, 2026 and App Lock on October 18, 2026.

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