# App Lock vs Pointcalc | Point Table Maker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Pointcalc | Point Table Maker at free with in-app purchases against App Lock's subscription. Pointcalc | Point Table Maker also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). App Lock's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Pointcalc | Point Table Maker sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock has 5.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

App Lock ships an update fortnightly, Pointcalc | Point Table Maker every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock | Pointcalc | Point Table Maker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock/id6448239603/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pointcalc-point-table-maker/id6747952141/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 57.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 43 MB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lilucat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676061700) | [Amal Manoj](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823537824) |

## What reviewers say

### App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock/id6448239603)

Secure your sensitive applications and personal data with this privacy tool. Easily lock any app to prevent unauthorized access and keep your information out of sight from prying eyes. Enjoy enhanced device security and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Lock any application, Hide sensitive apps, Block websites, Intuitive interface, Prevent unauthorized access, Enhance device privacy

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock | $4.99 | per month |
| App Lock | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock | $14.99 | per year |
| App Locker for iPhone | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful app
- 🔒 Provides app security
- 🔒 Locks apps with Face ID/Touch ID/PIN
- 👍 Great for keeping private information secure
- 👍 Useful for parents to restrict child access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Home screen layout gets scrambled when app is turned off
- 🐛 App Blocker resets widget stacks
- 💰 Aggressive subscription push
- 🔒 Locked apps only unlocked for a limited time
- 🐛 Doesn't persist app blocking across phone restarts

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons at the bottom of the screen are inaccessible on some devices
- Prompts are not legible with larger font settings
- Locked apps can still be accessed by restarting the phone

**Requested features**

- Allow concealing the app locker
- Add scheduling/time-based locking
- Provide separate unlock code from phone passcode
- Improve usability when Dynamic Island is in use


### Pointcalc | Point Table Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pointcalc-point-table-maker/id6747952141)

Easily create and manage custom point tables for events. Generate daily tables, manage participants, and design team posters or certificates. Offers free and premium design options to suit your needs.

**Highlights:** Generate and publish daily point tables, Create warheads and top fraggers, Manage slot lists, Design team posters and certificates, Utilize free and premium design templates, Build with custom point systems

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $0.89 | per 7 days |
| Pointcalc Ai Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pointcalc Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pointcal Ai Montly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium for 3 months | $5.79 | per 3 months |
| Pointcalc Ai Quarterly | $11.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium for 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Pointcalc Ai Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| 10 Credit | $0.49 | one-time |
| 20 Credit | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Credit | $1.49 | one-time |
| Custom Theme | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App Lock free?

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

### Is Pointcalc | Point Table Maker free?

Pointcalc | Point Table Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, App Lock or Pointcalc | Point Table Maker?

App Lock is rated higher. App Lock averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while Pointcalc | Point Table Maker averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do App Lock or Pointcalc | Point Table Maker have ads?

Both App Lock and Pointcalc | Point Table Maker show ads.

### Which is updated more often, App Lock or Pointcalc | Point Table Maker?

App Lock ships an update fortnightly, and Pointcalc | Point Table Maker every 4 days. Most recently, App Lock was updated on September 30, 2026 and Pointcalc | Point Table Maker on September 17, 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.*