Comparison

Hidem vs AppLock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hidem

Secure your device by locking apps, photos, and videos with a password or Face ID. It offers parental controls to manage app usage and promote self-discipline by tracking screen time and limiting app installations. Prevent accidental purchases and app deletions for enhanced control.

Highlights
  • Lock apps, photos, and videos
  • Password and Face ID unlock
  • Parental control for app usage
  • Screen time tracking
  • Prohibit app deletion and installation
  • Prevent App Store purchases
Features
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Use Hidem to lock apps, private photos and videos with one tap to protect your privacy and security. Privacy Protection - Feel free to lock/restrict private apps to create a private space; - Set a password for double protection; Face ID unlock support for quick unlocking/locking. Parental Control - Parental control: Control entertainment and gaming apps to help your kids and students focus on their studies and develop good work and rest habits; - Multi-mode support for multi-conditional locking, set daily limits or schedules for personalized management. Personal Self-Discipline - View your screen usage report and keep an eye on the number of apps you use and the time you spend on them; - Set up a self-discipline program to avoid being a cell phone user. Personal Self-Discipline Other Functions - Prohibit deletion of apps; - Prohibit installation of new apps; - Prohibit the installation of new apps. Prohibit App Store purchases to prevent accidental payments. Information about the auto-renewable nature of the subscription. - Confirm subscription: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Manage subscriptions: Users can manage or unsubscribe in iTunes & App Store account management in the phone system settings. - Auto-renewal: Apple iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. To cancel the renewal, please turn off auto-renew manually at least 24-hours before the end of the period. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - Free trial: Free trial (if any) will automatically renew the version at upon expiration. You can go to the Account Settings to cancel the renewal before the trial ends. The current free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to the premium version before the trial period ends. Related Information Terms of Service: https://www.apphidem.com/policy/user-policy Payment Terms: https://www.apphidem.com/policy/payment-terms Privacy Policy: https://www.apphidem.com/policy/privacy-policy Apple License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Feedback Email: support@apphidem.com

About

AppLock

Secure your mobile device by locking apps to protect privacy and prevent unauthorized access. Manage screen time with customizable schedules and usage limits to improve focus and well-being. Offers advanced security features and parental controls.

Highlights
  • Direct app locking
  • Scheduled app locking
  • Countdown and quota usage limits
  • Widget lock for home screen
  • Face ID and password dual lock
  • Prevent inappropriate app installs
  • Anti-deletion protection
Features
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Lock your apps to protect your privacy, manage your screen time, and control phone usage. Main Features: - Direct Lock: Select the apps you want to lock, lock them with one click, restrict access, and prevent data leaks. - Schedule Lock: Automatically lock specific apps based on your schedule, helping you focus on current tasks and improving work efficiency and quality of life. - Countdown Lock: Set a usage duration for apps, manage time effectively with a countdown feature. - Quota Lock: Set daily usage limits for apps to prevent overuse and maintain good life habits. - Widget Lock: Innovatively provide a widget lock feature to keep your home screen tidy and prevent accidental display of private information. - Face ID & Password Dual Lock: Combine biometric recognition and traditional passwords for higher-level security of your apps. - Prohibit Inappropriate App Installations: Prevent children from installing unsuitable apps, protecting them from harmful information. - Anti-Deletion Protection: Prevent important apps and data from being accidentally deleted. - Spending Control: Effectively prevent accidental in-app purchases and avoid unnecessary expenses. Download and experience a comprehensive solution for mobile privacy and control Information about the auto-renewable nature of the subscription. Confirm subscription: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Manage subscriptions: Users can manage or unsubscribe in iTunes & App Store account management in the phone system settings. Auto-renewal: Apple iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. To cancel the renewal, please turn off auto-renew manually at least 24-hours before the end of the period. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Free trial: Free trial (if any) will automatically renew the version at upon expiration. You can go to the Account Settings to cancel the renewal before the trial ends. The current free trial will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to the premium version before the trial period ends. Terms of Service:https://limit.limitprivacy.site/terms-service Terms of Payment:https://limit.limitprivacy.site/terms-payment Privacy Policy:https://limit.limitprivacy.site/privacy-policy Apple Terms of Use (EULA):https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Contact E-mail:support@limitprivacy.site

Screenshots

Hidem4 screens
AppLock3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AppLock at every 8 days against Hidem's every 4 weeks. Hidem's advantage is ratings volume (818 vs 205). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hidem sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and AppLock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Hidem against 4.4 for AppLock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 818 and 205 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Hidem's written reviews are positive against 77% of AppLock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidem ships an update every 4 weeks, AppLock every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hidem versus AppLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidemAppLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (818 ratings)4.4 (205 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.5% of reviews76.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings818 — better205
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer俏飞 李俊涛 刘

Customer experience

Hidem

All ratings818 ratings
Positive79.2%
Neutral7.5%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive73.5%
Neutral11.8%
Negative14.7%

AppLock

All ratings205 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral6.3%
Negative11.2%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral9.3%
Negative14.0%

Bugs and requests

Hidem

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Search box crashes
  • Unable to restore purchased account

Requested features

2 requests
  • Support for iOS 18
  • Quicker hide/restore functionality

AppLock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Hidem

Subscriptions7
  • Free Trial Month Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Free Trial Week Subscription3 Days trial$2.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Weekly Limited Time Discount7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Free Trial Annual Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Limited-Time Discount Lifetime$9.99
  • Lifetime Membership$19.99
2 purchases

AppLock

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$0.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Hidem free?
Hidem 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, Hidem or AppLock?
AppLock is rated higher. Hidem averages 4.3 out of 5 from 818 ratings, while AppLock averages 4.4 from 205 ratings.
Do Hidem or AppLock have ads?
Both Hidem and AppLock show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidem or AppLock?
Hidem ships an update every 4 weeks, and AppLock every 8 days. Most recently, Hidem was updated on October 1, 2026 and AppLock on October 3, 2026.

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