# XLocker vs Screen time control

The clearest difference is rating: Screen time control at 5.0 against XLocker's 4.1. Screen time control also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). XLocker's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. XLocker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Screen time control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen time control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XLocker has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

XLocker ships an update every 2 months, Screen time control fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | XLocker | Screen time control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xlocker-screen-time-control/id6446263551/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-screenza/id6759700381/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 33 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [文 熊](https://appshunter.io/developer/1677043920) | [少杰 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795315824) |

## What reviewers say

### XLocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xlocker-screen-time-control/id6446263551)

This tool helps parents manage their children's screen time by setting daily limits for apps and locking them once the limit is reached. It offers features to prevent access to social media, games, and inappropriate content, while also allowing private storage of personal pictures and videos.

**Highlights:** Set daily app usage limits, Lock apps after limit is reached, Prevent access to social media and games, Secure private pictures and videos, Create up to 10 app groups, Password protect applications

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| monthly subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $2.99 | per year |
| LockID lifetime vip | $3.99 | one-time |


### Screen time control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-screenza/id6759700381)

This app helps you manage your digital life by controlling screen time and blocking distracting applications. It offers features to improve productivity, build better habits, and protect privacy through app locking and usage tracking.

**Highlights:** App lock, Screen time limits, Focus mode, Usage insights, Custom schedules

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| screen time control - week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| screen time control - 1st_week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| screen time control - year | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XLocker free?

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

### Is Screen time control free?

Screen time control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, XLocker or Screen time control?

Screen time control is rated higher. XLocker averages 4.1 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Screen time control averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do XLocker or Screen time control have ads?

Screen time control shows ads; XLocker does not.

### Which is updated more often, XLocker or Screen time control?

XLocker ships an update every 2 months, and Screen time control fortnightly. Most recently, XLocker was updated on October 11, 2026 and Screen time control on October 7, 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.*