# App Lock, Blocker & Controller vs App Lock

App Lock, Blocker & Controller and App Lock both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of App Lock's written reviews are positive against 60% of App Lock, Blocker & Controller's. App Lock also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 238). App Lock, Blocker & Controller's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 App Lock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for App Lock, Blocker & Controller against 4.6 for App Lock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock has 1.2K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of App Lock, Blocker & Controller's written reviews are positive against 75% of App Lock's.

App Lock, Blocker & Controller ships an update every 8 days, App Lock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Lock, Blocker & Controller | App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-blocker-and-controller/id6449447044/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-applock-apps/id6452721618/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 238 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **75.4% 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 | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UPLOSS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615343138) | [俊杰 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1634755293) |

## 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 |


### App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-applock-apps/id6452721618)

Secure your personal privacy by locking any app with a password. This app also offers parental controls to monitor child's phone activity, prevent app deletion, and restrict new installations. Enhance your device's security by restricting account and password changes.

**Highlights:** App Lock, Password Lock, Parental Controls, Prevent App Deletion, Disable New App Installation, Restrict Account Changes

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Membership | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure app locking
- 🚀 Efficient performance
- 💕 Provides peace of mind

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with app unlocking
- 🔒 Concerns about settings changes
- ⚠️ Potential to lock out users

**Reported bugs**

- Locked apps not showing in settings
- Missed calls and messages when app is locked

**Requested features**

- Paid version with more features
- Ability to lock more than 50 apps


## Frequently asked questions

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

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

### Is App Lock free?

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

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

App Lock, Blocker & Controller is rated higher. App Lock, Blocker & Controller averages 4.7 out of 5 from 238 ratings, while App Lock averages 4.6 from 1.2K ratings.

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

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

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

App Lock, Blocker & Controller ships an update every 8 days, and App Lock every 3 weeks. Most recently, App Lock, Blocker & Controller was updated on October 15, 2026 and App Lock on October 19, 2026.

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