Comparison

AlmostSilent vs KB Volume Lock & Limiter

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

Head to head
About

AlmostSilent

This utility app offers a specialized slider for precise low-volume adjustments, providing finer control than the device's built-in volume buttons. It's designed to help users achieve quieter audio levels for their device's speaker, even below the standard minimum setting.

Highlights
  • Fine-tune low volume settings
  • More precise than device buttons
  • Adjust speaker volume
  • Specialized slider interface
Features
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This slider is specialized for setting a low volume. It has better operability than the control center. The volume buttons on the side of the device have large width steps, Even at the lowest setting, the sound is rather loud. You can set lower on this app. Caution. At very low volumes, the numbers may differ from how you actually feel. This app is designed to adjust the volume of the device's speaker. It may not work well in other ways. The volume slider displayed in this app is provided by the OS. Specifications regarding the volume slider are subject to Apple's policies.

About

KB Volume Lock & Limiter

This app helps parents set and lock safe volume limits on iOS devices, protecting children's hearing. It offers customizable limits, an auto-off timer, and optional PIN protection for enhanced control.

Highlights
  • Customizable volume limits (10%-100%)
  • Volume lock to prevent overrides
  • Smart auto-off timer
  • PIN protection for settings
  • Family sharing for multiple devices
  • Easy one-tap activation
Features
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Volume Lock - Kid-Safe Volume Control & Parental Audio Limiter Tired of Baby Shark at maximum volume? KB Volume Lock lets you set safe volume limits on iPhones and iPads, protecting your family's hearing while keeping kids entertained. NEW: Remote Volume Control — manage your child's device volume from your own iPhone or iPad. Pair in seconds and adjust limits from anywhere. Perfect For: - Parents managing screen time volume - Special needs families — ideal for autism spectrum children - Daycare providers managing multiple devices - Grandparents who want peace during visits Key Features: Volume Lock Technology Set custom limits from 10% to 100% and lock them. Kids can't override your settings — no more volume spikes during Cocomelon marathons! Remote Volume Control (PRO) Control your child's volume from your own phone. Pair devices with a 6-digit code, then adjust limits, toggle the lock, and set timers remotely. Manage multiple children's devices from one place. Syncs instantly via iCloud. Smart Auto-Off Timer - FREE: 2-minute auto-disable - PRO: 1 hour, 3 hours, or always on PIN Protection (PRO) Secure settings with a 4-digit PIN. Perfect for determined little fingers! Family Sharing One PRO subscription covers up to 6 family members. How It Works: 1. Set Your Limit — choose max volume with our slider 2. Activate Lock — tap the button to enable protection 3. Stay Protected — keep the app running in background 4. Control Remotely — manage your child's device from your phone Real Parent Solutions: - iPad Gaming: No sound explosions from Roblox or Minecraft - Car Rides: Peaceful trips without volume wars - YouTube Kids: No more volume roller coaster - Bedtime Stories: Perfect levels for wind-down time - Multiple Kids: Manage all devices from your phone Hearing Protection: Sounds over 85 decibels can damage hearing. KB Volume Lock maintains safe levels, especially important for developing ears. Plans: - FREE: Volume lock with 2-minute timer - WEEKLY: $2.99/week with 3-day free trial — unlimited timers, remote control, PIN, family sharing - LIFETIME: $39.99 one-time — all PRO features, forever Try PRO free for 3 days. Cancel anytime. Technical Notes: - Requires iOS 16.0 or later - Must remain open in background for volume monitoring - Remote control uses iCloud — no account creation required - No personal data collection Support: support@kbkidsapp.com — 24-hour response time Privacy: https://kbkidsapp.com/volumelock/privacy.html Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ App must stay open in background. Not intended to replace parental supervision.

Screenshots

AlmostSilent4 screens
KB Volume Lock & Limiter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AlmostSilent at none against KB Volume Lock & Limiter's 5. AlmostSilent also leads on rating (4.2 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (13 vs 4). KB Volume Lock & Limiter's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (67% vs 57%). On price, update cadence, 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. KB Volume Lock & Limiter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. AlmostSilent asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AlmostSilent holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 4 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of AlmostSilent's written reviews are positive against 67% of KB Volume Lock & Limiter's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AlmostSilent ships an update monthly, KB Volume Lock & Limiter every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AlmostSilent versus KB Volume Lock & Limiter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlmostSilentKB Volume Lock & Limiter
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better4
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMotonari HibiChristopher Mayberry

Customer experience

AlmostSilent

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral15.4%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral14.3%
Negative28.6%

KB Volume Lock & Limiter

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

AlmostSilent

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

KB Volume Lock & Limiter

Subscriptions4
  • KB Volume Lock Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • KB Volume Lock Monthly$3.991 Month
  • KB Volume Lock 6 Month$29.996 Months
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  • KB Volume Lock Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • KB Volume Lock Lifetime$34.99

Questions

Is AlmostSilent free?
AlmostSilent is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KB Volume Lock & Limiter free?
KB Volume Lock & Limiter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AlmostSilent or KB Volume Lock & Limiter?
AlmostSilent is rated higher. AlmostSilent averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while KB Volume Lock & Limiter averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do AlmostSilent or KB Volume Lock & Limiter have ads?
AlmostSilent shows ads; KB Volume Lock & Limiter does not.
Which is updated more often, AlmostSilent or KB Volume Lock & Limiter?
AlmostSilent ships an update monthly, and KB Volume Lock & Limiter every 3 weeks. Most recently, AlmostSilent was updated on September 14, 2026 and KB Volume Lock & Limiter on September 9, 2026.

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