# PAUSED vs OneLock

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PAUSED at 58% against OneLock's 0%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PAUSED sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and OneLock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PAUSED | OneLock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paused-limit-screen-time/id6451398522/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **68** | — |
| Positive reviews | **58.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 92 MB | 118 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Sihoooo Network Technology Co Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725503497) | [Hangzhou Charmobi Network Technology Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1541284759) |

## What reviewers say

### PAUSED

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paused-limit-screen-time/id6451398522)

This app helps users build healthier digital habits by limiting phone usage and blocking distracting applications. It offers various modes for focus, work, privacy, and saving money, with an achievement system for motivation. All data is stored locally for enhanced privacy and security.

**Highlights:** Focus/Sleep Mode, Self-Control Mode, Work Mode, Privacy Mode, Money-Saving Mode, Achievement System, Widgets

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QualityTime Pro (Weekly) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| QualityTime Pro (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| QualityTime Forever | $39.99 | one-time |


### OneLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onelock-app-vault/id6476641680)

Secure your private apps and data with advanced blocking strategies. Disguise the app with a fake passcode or icon, and utilize it for parental controls to manage app installations and in-app purchases. Offers dual protection with passcodes and Face ID.

**Highlights:** Block private applications, Scheduled app blocking, Location-based app blocking, Incognito passcode disguise, Dual protection with Face ID, App icon disguise, Parental controls for app installation and IAPs

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PAUSED free?

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

### Is OneLock free?

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

### Do PAUSED or OneLock have ads?

Neither PAUSED nor OneLock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PAUSED or OneLock?

PAUSED ships an update fortnightly, and OneLock fortnightly. Most recently, PAUSED was updated on October 27, 2026 and OneLock on October 15, 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.*