# App Lock, Blocker & Controller vs AppLock

The clearest difference is review sentiment: App Lock, Blocker & Controller at 60% against AppLock's 21%. App Lock, Blocker & Controller also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.5) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). AppLock's advantage is ratings volume (1.4K vs 236). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock, Blocker & Controller sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and AppLock sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App Lock, Blocker & Controller holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AppLock has 1.4K ratings behind it against 236, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of App Lock, Blocker & Controller's written reviews are positive against 21% of AppLock's.

App Lock, Blocker & Controller ships an update every 8 days, AppLock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Blocker & Controller | AppLock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (236 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applock-lock-and-guard-private/id6450743069/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 236 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 21.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 264 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [UPLOSS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615343138) | [CEM SOFTWARE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664408786) |

## What reviewers say

### App Lock, Blocker & Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044)

This app provides comprehensive control over your iPhone's apps and privacy. It offers advanced locking mechanisms, time restrictions, and prevents unauthorized uninstalls. Securely manage accounts and passwords, and prevent unwanted in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** App locking mechanisms, Time restrictions, Password/fingerprint authentication, App uninstall prevention, Secure account and password management, In-app purchase prevention

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 001.intro.free.3.week.4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.common.week.4.99 | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.intro.free.3.week.5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| 003.intro.week.5.99 | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| app locker pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| pro common month 001 | $9.99 | per month |
| applocker pro | $19.99 | per year |
| app locker pro | $24.99 | per year |
| premium version year trial 001 | $39.99 | per year |
| pro common trial year 001 | $39.99 | per year |
| 002.common.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| 003.intro.free.3.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| 003.common.year.39.99 | $39.99 | per year |


### AppLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applock-lock-and-guard-private/id6450743069)

Secure your apps, photos, and notes with advanced locking mechanisms. Block distractions, customize themes, and catch intruders to protect your personal data and enhance productivity.

**Highlights:** Lock all apps, Distraction blocking, Scheduled blocking, Customizable themes, Intruder selfie, Private web browser, Hide photos, contacts, notes

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AppLock Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| AppLock Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Lock Apps Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| AppLock - Lock Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| AppLock Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Sale Off | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Yearly  Discount | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Safe and secure
- 🔒 Private browsing and app locking
- 👍 Easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Difficult to follow instructions
- 🐛 App doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Requires payment to unlock full functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App doesn't lock all apps as promised
- App caused loss of contacts

**Requested features**

- Make the app free to use
- Improve instructions and user interface


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App Lock, Blocker & Controller free?

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

### Is AppLock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, App Lock, Blocker & Controller or AppLock?

App Lock, Blocker & Controller is rated higher. App Lock, Blocker & Controller averages 4.7 out of 5 from 236 ratings, while AppLock averages 4.5 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do App Lock, Blocker & Controller or AppLock have ads?

Both App Lock, Blocker & Controller and AppLock show ads.

### Which is updated more often, App Lock, Blocker & Controller or AppLock?

App Lock, Blocker & Controller ships an update every 8 days, and AppLock every 3 weeks. Most recently, App Lock, Blocker & Controller was updated on October 24, 2026 and AppLock on October 22, 2026.

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