Comparison

Locky vs Screen Time & App Limits

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

Head to head
About

Locky

Manage your children's device usage with this comprehensive parental control tool. Set app limits, block unwanted purchases and websites, and prevent unauthorized app installations to foster healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • App locking with restriction screens
  • Daily app usage time limits
  • Block in-app purchases
  • Control app installation and deletion
  • Website filtering for safe browsing
  • Easy setup and background operation
Features
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Tired of your kids spending hours on their phones? Locky puts you back in control. Set app limits, block distractions, and build healthier screen habits — all in one simple parental control app trusted by parents worldwide. KEY FEATURES: [App Lock] Lock any app with a restriction screen. When your child opens a locked app, they see a friendly block page instead — keeping them focused and your privacy protected. [Screen Time Control] Set daily usage limits for any app. Locky automatically enforces the time you set, so you don't have to argue about "just five more minutes." [Purchase Protection] Block in-app purchases with one tap. No more surprise charges on your credit card from games or apps. [App Install & Delete Control] Prevent unauthorized app installs or deletions. Keep your child's device clean and safe without constant supervision. [Website Filtering] Block inappropriate websites so your child can browse safely. Simple setup, powerful protection. WHY PARENTS CHOOSE LOCKY: • Easy setup in under 2 minutes • Works quietly in the background • No complicated dashboards or accounts required • Lightweight and battery-friendly • Supports 20 languages Take control of your family's digital life today. Download Locky and enjoy peace of mind. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Screen Time & App Limits

Features
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Screen Time is a screen time manager for individuals and families. It uses the Screen Time capabilities built into iPhone and iPad to create a clear, sustainable rhythm for managed apps. Set the length of each use session, the break between sessions, and a daily allowance. Time is counted only while managed apps are actually used. When a session limit is reached, Screen Time pauses managed apps and restores access automatically after the break. You can also assign a separate daily limit to each selected app. Key features: • Custom use-and-break cycles and daily allowances • Individual daily limits for selected apps • Manage all apps or selected apps, categories, and websites • Protect settings with Face ID, Touch ID, or a local PIN • Add time for today, skip one break, or manually lock and unlock managed apps • One-time purchase to unlock automation permanently; no subscription Privacy first: no account, no ads, and no third-party analytics. Rules, status, and system-provided selection tokens stay on your device. Usage diagnostics: view local steps and outcomes and choose to share a diagnostic file. It contains no selected apps, websites or passwords and is not uploaded automatically. System calls and your experience reports are recorded separately.

Screenshots

Locky4 screens
Screen Time & App Limits3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Screen Time & App Limits at every 5 days against Locky's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Locky sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Screen Time & App Limits sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Locky ships an update every 3 weeks, Screen Time & App Limits every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Locky versus Screen Time & App Limits: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockyScreen Time & App Limits
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeijing Dramavision Technology Co., Ltd.少元 李

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Locky

Subscriptions2
  • Locky VIP - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Locky VIP - Annual$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Locky VIP - Lifelong$29.99
1 purchases

Screen Time & App Limits

One-time1
  • 永久解锁$3.99

Questions

Is Locky free?
Locky is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Time & App Limits free?
Screen Time & App Limits is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Locky or Screen Time & App Limits have ads?
Neither Locky nor Screen Time & App Limits shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Locky or Screen Time & App Limits?
Locky ships an update every 3 weeks, and Screen Time & App Limits every 5 days. Most recently, Locky was updated on October 15, 2026 and Screen Time & App Limits on October 16, 2026.

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