Comparison

Hidem vs App Lock

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

App Lock

Manage your phone usage and protect your privacy with this app. It offers robust parental controls, allows you to lock specific applications, and helps you set time limits to combat phone addiction. Secure your data and control your digital well-being.

Highlights
  • Lock specific apps
  • Parental control features
  • Prevent app deletion
  • Secure unlock methods (Face ID, fingerprint, password)
  • Automatic app relocking
  • Customizable app modes
  • Set app usage time limits
Features
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App Lock is your top choice for parental control, screen time management, and privacy protection! It helps you achieve the goal of "Get Rid Of Phone Addiction", allowing you to better manage your phone usage. Key Features: - Lock Apps: Choose any app you want to lock. Automatically lock specific apps based on your schedule. - Parental Control: By prohibiting the installation of new apps and limiting in-app purchases, it assists you in better controlling your child's phone activities. - Prevent App Deletion: Prohibit the deletion of apps to protect important app data. - Secure Lock: Support Face ID unlock, fingerprint unlock, and password unlock. Multiple encryption methods enhance privacy and security. - Auto Lock: After unlocking an app, it auto restores the locking functionality, saving you time and effort. - Multiple Modes: Easily switch between built-in app modes (Reading, Focus, Work, Privacy) to meet various scenario needs. - App Restrictions: Set specific time limits for app usage, helping you get rid of phone addiction and achieve better time management. If you have any questions or suggestions while using the app, feel free to provide feedback within the app.

Screenshots

Hidem4 screens
App Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: App Lock at none against Hidem's 9. App Lock also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Hidem's advantage is ratings volume (818 vs 120). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. App Lock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hidem has 818 ratings behind it against 120, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Hidem's written reviews are positive against 86% of App Lock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidem ships an update every 4 weeks, App Lock every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Hidem versus App Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidemApp Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (818 ratings)4.6 (120 ratings) — better
Positive reviews73.5% of reviews85.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings818 — better120
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer俏飞 李秀珍 黄

Customer experience

Hidem

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

App Lock

All ratings120 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral2.5%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews153 reviews
Positive85.6%
Neutral5.2%
Negative9.2%

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

App Lock

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
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  • 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
None

App Lock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hidem free?
Hidem is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is App Lock free?
App Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hidem or App Lock?
App Lock is rated higher. Hidem averages 4.3 out of 5 from 818 ratings, while App Lock averages 4.6 from 120 ratings.
Do Hidem or App Lock have ads?
Both Hidem and App Lock show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidem or App Lock?
Hidem ships an update every 4 weeks, and App Lock every 5 days. Most recently, Hidem was updated on October 15, 2026 and App Lock on October 15, 2026.

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