# AppLock vs Super App Lock

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Super App Lock at 85% against AppLock's 21%. Super App Lock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

Super App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.4K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of AppLock's written reviews are positive against 85% of Super App Lock's.

AppLock ships an update every 3 weeks, Super App Lock every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AppLock | Super App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applock-lock-and-guard-private/id6450743069/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.4K | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 21.4% of reviews | **84.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 264 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CEM SOFTWARE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1664408786) | [Safe App, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1728363698) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Super App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-app-lock-lock-apps/id6476949191)

Secure your device by locking individual apps, hiding private photos and videos, and preventing accidental uninstallation. Protect your sensitive data with PIN or Face ID, and gain insights into app usage.

**Highlights:** Lock social media and payment apps, Encrypted photo and video vault, Track app usage statistics, Prevent accidental app uninstallation, Parental controls for app installation and screen time, PIN and Face ID protection

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super App Lock: Lock Apps | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Super App Lock Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（周订阅） | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro(Weekly) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Month) | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro(Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（月订阅） | $12.99 | per month |
| 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册（年订阅） | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Your Secret (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $19.99 | one-time |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $29.99 | one-time |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $39.99 | one-time |
| App Lock Your Secret（Lifetime） | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Basic mode is enough for most users
- 🔒 Adds a whole new level of security
- 🔒 Allows locking apps with passcode or Face ID
- 👍 Easy to use, with one-tap hide/unhide
- 👍 Apps remain locked even after unlocking phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App shows up briefly in App Library after closing
- 🐛 Can't hide the Super App Lock app itself
- 🔒 Only 5 apps can be locked in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Crashing on iOS 16.6.1
- Apps still usable after timeout

**Requested features**

- Ability to change app icon and lock screen
- Option to hide app completely without appearing in App Library
- Support for locking Safari browser
- Automatic restoration of App Store icon after hiding
- Dark mode support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AppLock free?

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

### Is Super App Lock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AppLock or Super App Lock?

Super App Lock is rated higher. AppLock averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Super App Lock averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do AppLock or Super App Lock have ads?

AppLock shows ads; Super App Lock does not.

### Which is updated more often, AppLock or Super App Lock?

AppLock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Super App Lock every 9 days. Most recently, AppLock was updated on October 27, 2026 and Super App Lock on October 30, 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.*