Comparison

LockMan vs HamsterBase

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

Head to head
About

LockMan

Features
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LockMan LockMan is a powerful open lock screen widget that allows you to customize URLs and display relevant data directly on the lock screen. With simple settings, you can refresh your data regularly to ensure you're always displaying the latest information. main feature: 1. Custom URL: Enter and save the data source URL you are interested in. 2. GET request: Initiate a GET request through the saved URL to obtain data. 3. Lock screen display: The response data is displayed directly on the lock screen widget for quick viewing. 4. Data refresh: Set a timer to automatically refresh data at specified intervals. 5. JSON format support: Currently, only response data in JSON format is supported. This simple yet powerful lock screen widget lets you customize and display data relevant to the information you care about, making it easy to see the latest content without having to unlock your device.

About

HamsterBase

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HamsterBase is a tool centered around privacy protection and offline friendliness for use in later reading. The well-designed HamsterBase features the following characteristics: Offline First: It can be used offline without relying on servers.Privacy First: It does not collect any data and prioritizes your privacy.Keyboard First: Almost all features can be easily accessed via keyboard shortcuts.No Data Hijacking: You can store data locally and enjoy seamless API integration with other software.No Subscription Required: It’s free to use during the beta period.Break Device Limitations: Through P2P synchronization, your database can break free from device limitations.Powerful Full-text Search: Unlock the power of comprehensive searches, accessing the full content of every saved webpage. HamsterBase works with all your favorite apps, such as Logseq, Obsidian, Notion, and Siyuan.

Screenshots

LockMan4 screens
HamsterBase3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HamsterBase at none against LockMan's 2. HamsterBase also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). LockMan's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price and ads 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. LockMan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. HamsterBase asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LockMan ships an update every 4 days, HamsterBase every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and May 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
LockMan versus HamsterBase: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockManHamsterBase
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB119 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer浩东 邱纯洁 林

In-app purchases

2 purchases

LockMan

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$0.491 Month
  • Annual subscription$3.991 Year
None

HamsterBase

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LockMan free?
LockMan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HamsterBase free?
HamsterBase is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LockMan or HamsterBase have ads?
Neither LockMan nor HamsterBase shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LockMan or HamsterBase?
LockMan ships an update every 4 days, and HamsterBase every 2 months. Most recently, LockMan was updated on September 15, 2026 and HamsterBase on May 14, 2026.

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