# LockMe vs Screenable

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Screenable at 100% against LockMe's 47%. Screenable also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). LockMe's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (229 vs 37). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LockMe sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Screenable sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screenable holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockMe has 229 ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of LockMe's written reviews are positive against 100% of Screenable's.

LockMe ships an update every 3 weeks, Screenable fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LockMe | Screenable |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockme-applock-for-lock-apps/id6460862187/reviews) | **[4.9 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenable-better-screen-time/id6477620270/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **229** | 37 |
| Positive reviews | 46.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 49 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tyson Gill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683191398) | [SCREENABLE LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629758424) |

## What reviewers say

### LockMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockme-applock-for-lock-apps/id6460862187)

Control app usage on your device or for your children with time and location-based restrictions. Automate app blocking, minimize distractions, and protect sensitive information for a balanced digital life.

**Highlights:** Time-based app restrictions, Location-based app blocking, Automated app access control, Minimize distractions, Protect sensitive apps, App grouping management

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMe Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| LockMe Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| Lock Unlimited Apps | $49.99 | per year |
| LockMe Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for protecting kids
- 👍 Useful for restricting apps
- 👍 Helps with homework focus
- 👍 Good for safeguarding children
- 👍 App ran smoothly (one instance)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes frequently
- 🐛 App does not lock apps
- 🐛 Cannot access app after forgetting PIN
- 🐛 App requires premium for full functionality
- 🐛 Misleading promo for free lifetime premium

**Reported bugs**

- App does not lock apps
- App freezes during use
- App crashes when trying to turn on Face ID
- App is locked out after setting passcode
- App crashes when Face ID option is turned off

**Requested features**

- Option to reset PIN
- More free functionality


### Screenable

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenable-better-screen-time/id6477620270)

This app offers modern parental controls to make any iPhone or iPad suitable for children. It features customizable modes like 'Dumb Phone' and 'Screen Trainer' to manage device usage and promote self-control, with guided setup and remote management.

**Highlights:** Dumb Phone mode, Screen Trainer mode, One-tap focus features, Guided setup, Remote settings updates, Transforms existing devices

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screenable Plus - Launch Promo | $4.99 | per month |
| Screenable Plus | $5.99 | per month |
| Screenable Plus - Launch Promo | $47.90 | per year |
| Screenable Plus | $54.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Transforms old iPhones into kid-friendly devices
- 👍 Easy setup and customization for parents
- 🚀 Effectively manages and monitors kids' screen time
- 👍 Encourages responsible digital habits in children
- 👍 Provides a safe and controlled smartphone experience for kids


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LockMe free?

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

### Is Screenable free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LockMe or Screenable?

Screenable is rated higher. LockMe averages 4.6 out of 5 from 229 ratings, while Screenable averages 4.9 from 37 ratings.

### Do LockMe or Screenable have ads?

Screenable shows ads; LockMe does not.

### Which is updated more often, LockMe or Screenable?

LockMe ships an update every 3 weeks, and Screenable fortnightly. Most recently, LockMe was updated on September 19, 2026 and Screenable on August 4, 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.*