# DetoxLock vs Lilo

The clearest difference is ads: Lilo at none against DetoxLock's shown. Lilo also leads on ratings volume (4.7K vs 511) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). DetoxLock's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DetoxLock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Lilo sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for DetoxLock against 4.7 for Lilo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lilo has 4.7K ratings behind it against 511, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of DetoxLock's written reviews are positive against 68% of Lilo's.

DetoxLock ships an update every 4 days, Lilo every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DetoxLock | Lilo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (511 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detoxlock-extreme-app-blocker/id6504188981/reviews) | **[4.7 (4.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilo-study-timer-and-challenges/id6752133930/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 511 | **4.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.2% of reviews** | 67.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 163 MB | 179 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [OnOff Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778238900) | [Pawel Gladysz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650152146) |

## What reviewers say

### DetoxLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detoxlock-extreme-app-blocker/id6504188981)

This app helps you regain control of your digital habits by blocking distracting applications and reducing screen time. It offers scheduled locking and the ability to allow essential apps, aiding in focus and productivity.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Reduce screen time, Scheduled app locking, Allow essential apps, Dopamine detox support, Focus and productivity boost

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.49 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan (Discount) | $13.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan (Discount) | $23.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $89.99 | one-time |


### Lilo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilo-study-timer-and-challenges/id6752133930)

This app helps students focus by offering study timers, Pomodoro sessions, and challenges with friends. Track progress, maintain study streaks, and compete on leaderboards to stay motivated. Includes focus music and customizable scenes to enhance concentration.

**Highlights:** Study timer and Pomodoro with breaks, Challenges with friends (streak, time goal, speed race), Weekly leaderboards and daily study streaks, Day planner with tasks and subjects, Focus music and customizable timer scenes, Live Activity and home screen widget

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Access | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Yearly | $25.99 | per year |
| Premium Access Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DetoxLock free?

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

### Is Lilo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DetoxLock or Lilo?

Lilo is rated higher. DetoxLock averages 4.7 out of 5 from 511 ratings, while Lilo averages 4.7 from 4.7K ratings.

### Do DetoxLock or Lilo have ads?

DetoxLock shows ads; Lilo does not.

### Which is updated more often, DetoxLock or Lilo?

DetoxLock ships an update every 4 days, and Lilo every 10 days. Most recently, DetoxLock was updated on November 8, 2026 and Lilo on November 8, 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.*