Comparison

Super App Lock vs AppLock

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

Head to head
About

Super App Lock

Secure your device by locking individual apps, hiding private photos and videos, and preventing accidental uninstallation. Protect your sensitive data with PIN or Face ID, and gain insights into app usage.

Highlights
  • Lock social media and payment apps
  • Encrypted photo and video vault
  • Track app usage statistics
  • Prevent accidental app uninstallation
  • Parental controls for app installation and screen time
  • PIN and Face ID protection
Features
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Super App Lock, easily lock apps, secret photos and videos, and protect your private data with one click. Guard your phone with PIN, Face ID. 100% security and privacy! Don't want others to see your photos, videos, and chat history? Keep your photos and videos out of sight with our encrypted photos and encrypted videos capabilities, transforming your device into an encrypted photo vault.Try this most secure app lock and give your phone 100% privacy protection. Key Features 1. Lock App - Easily lock social apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and others. Never worry about someone flipping through your chats or social media posts. - Protect your Gallery, Contacts, Messages, and other sensitive data. No one can snoop on your private photos, videos, or messages without a password. - Lock App Store, PayPal, and other payment apps to avoid accidental payments or prevent your kids from purchasing games. 2. Safe Vault Lock private photos and videos. Encrypted files are not visible in your gallery and can only be viewed by entering a password, ensuring your private memories remain unseen by others. 3. Usage Stats Track app duration, pickups, and notifications for self-awareness. Monitor the usage details of each app, including usage time, pick-up, and notification counts. 4. Uninstall Prevention Prevent crucial apps from accidental deletion, ensuring data safety. Prevent hidden files from being lost due to accidental uninstallation. 5. Parental Control Restrict app installation, control screen time, and monitor device use to manage your child's device usage effectively. Block in-app purchases and add purchase passwords to prevent accidental buys and unwanted expenses. Your encouragement fuels our progress! Stay tuned for more powerful features coming soon. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions while using the app, please feel free to provide feedback within the app. support@SafeApp.studio Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ * Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase. * Subscriptions will automatically renew and payment will be charged to your iTunes account unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current Privacy Policy: https://www.safeapp.studio/super-app-lock/privacy/ Protect your privacy with the most reliable app lock, securing your photos and videos effortlessly. Lock apps, secure photos, and keep your private life private with Super App Lock.

About

AppLock

Secure your phone by locking individual apps with a password or fingerprint. Protect sensitive data like photos, messages, and financial information from unauthorized access. Customize your lock screen with various background options.

Highlights
  • PIN code and pattern locks
  • Fingerprint unlock
  • Lock photos and images
  • Lock messages and contacts
  • Customizable lock screen backgrounds
  • Prevent unauthorized app access
Features
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AppLock uses two kinds of lock: model lock & fingerprint lock - This app can lock any app with a password or fingerprint, lock photos, lock images, lock messages... - AppLock can protect every application on your phone, especially social networks. - Prevent strangers from stealing your personal information such as photos, messages, and contacts. - Stop children from using their phones to access forbidden applications. - Avoid other people making transactions, transfer money to steal credit card transaction information App Lock supports two most common types of lock: PIN code and Pattern. Pincode is very beautiful and very easy to use. The pattern have high level of security You can unlock applications faster and more conveniently using fingerprints - You can alter your background for your lock screen with 3 options: + Use your device wallpaper. + Use basic colors, gradient colors, or custom colors at your disposal. + Use photos, and images from your collection.

Screenshots

Super App Lock4 screens
AppLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Super App Lock at 4.7 against AppLock's 3.8. Super App Lock also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 35). AppLock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days). On price and device support 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. Super App Lock sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. AppLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Super App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super App Lock has 2.4K ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Super App Lock's written reviews are positive against 69% of AppLock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Super App Lock ships an update every 9 days, AppLock every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Super App Lock versus AppLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSuper App LockAppLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.4K ratings) — better3.8 (35 ratings)
Positive reviews84.8% of reviews — better69.2% of reviews
Number of ratings2.4K — better35
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB33 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSafe App, Inc.Son Ngo Dinh

Customer experience

Super App Lock

All ratings2,413 ratings
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.7%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews151 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral6.0%
Negative9.3%

AppLock

All ratings17 ratings
Positive70.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative29.4%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%

Bugs and requests

Super App Lock

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashing on iOS 16.6.1
  • Apps still usable after timeout

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to change app icon and lock screen
  • Option to hide app completely without appearing in App Library
  • Support for locking Safari browser
  • Automatic restoration of App Store icon after hiding
  • Dark mode support
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  • Remote parental control for child devices

AppLock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Super App Lock

Subscriptions11
  • Super App Lock: Lock Apps3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Super App Lock Premium7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(周订阅)3 Days trial$4.997 Days
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  • Pro(Weekly)3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • App Lock Your Secret (1 Month)3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(月订阅)3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Pro(Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(月订阅)3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 应用锁&程序锁&私密相册(年订阅)$29.991 Year
  • App Lock Your Secret (1 Year)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time4
  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)$19.99
  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)$29.99
  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)$39.99
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  • App Lock Your Secret(Lifetime)2 variants$49.99
None

AppLock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Super App Lock free?
Super App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AppLock free?
AppLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Super App Lock or AppLock?
Super App Lock is rated higher. Super App Lock averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while AppLock averages 3.8 from 35 ratings.
Do Super App Lock or AppLock have ads?
AppLock shows ads; Super App Lock does not.
Which is updated more often, Super App Lock or AppLock?
Super App Lock ships an update every 9 days, and AppLock every 3 days. Most recently, Super App Lock was updated on October 27, 2026 and AppLock on October 21, 2026.

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