Max vs loomlock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Max
This app acts as a personal success assistant, helping users tackle tasks, achieve goals, and optimize their time. It uses AI to suggest impactful tasks based on user profiles and available time, eliminating guesswork and maximizing productivity.
- AI-driven task selection
- Streamlined prioritization
- Flexible time management
- Adaptive and personalized
- Seamless adaptation to time constraints
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Meet Max, your personal success sidekick. Max helps you tackle tasks, crush goals, and maximize every moment of your day. Designed for go-getters, busy professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to own their time and make every minute count. Max's Superpowers: - AI-driven task selection and prioritization - Streamlined prioritization - Flexible time management for any schedule - Adaptive and personalized, learning the more you use - Seamless adaptation to changing time constraints Max adapts to your unique profile, suggesting the most impactful tasks based on you, your occupation, skills, and available time. Whether you have a quick break or a full day, Max ensures you're always moving forward. Eliminates guesswork and overthinking, let Max work for you. Ready to supercharge your productivity? Download Max today and start achieving more than you ever thought possible. This app offers auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. New subscribers may be eligible for a free trial or introductory offer. Promotional offers may be available for existing and previous subscribers. Eligibility for offers is determined by Apple. For information about the terms of use, refer to the Apple EULA (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula)
loomlock
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The ultimate companion app for your loomlock devices*. Tap your loomlock key to block apps and start focusing. Lock away distractions and temptations with your loomlock and start building better habits. Track every session, create accountability with friends, and break free from unwanted habits. **Flexible App Blocking** loomlock uses Apple's Screen Time API to block distracting apps during your focus sessions**, helping you cut down on doom-scrolling, build better habits, and become more productive. - App Groups: Create and customize your own lists of apps to block, or use ready-made groups like "Focus” and “Be Present” - Scheduled Blocking: Set recurring schedules to automatically block apps at specific times - Blocking Modes: Choose to block distracting apps or allow only those which are essential or productive - Quick and Easy Blocking: Assign app groups to your loomlock keys to block apps with just a few quick taps. **Session Logging and Journaling** Build self-awareness, understand your habits, and track your progress. - Log Sessions: Start and end sessions to track your focus and habit-building sessions - Write Journals: Reflect on each session with mood tracking and guided journal prompts - Session History: Track sessions over time, allowing you to view progress **loomlock Device Integration** Bridge the physical and digital by registering your loomlock products and customizing their functionality. - Register Your Products: Register your loomlock devices with the app - Customize loomlock keys: Assign specific app groups and settings to each loomlock key - Quick-Start Sessions: Tap your loomlock key to your phone to quickly block apps and start a timed session - Physical Connection: Using a physical loomlock key reinforces your commitment with every use. **Participate in loomlock Experiences** Tap in at participating venues to block distracting apps and be fully present, whether you're working out, socialising, or taking some time for yourself. No sign-in or loomlock device required. **Social Accountability (Lockers)** Stay motivated by sharing your journey with others. - Create Lockers: Create private groups for shared accountability - See Friends' Activity: See what your locker members are up to and cheer each other on. * At least one loomlock device (key or loomlock) is required ** Requires a loomlock key
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: loomlock at none against Max's 6. Max's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). 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
Both are free to download. Max sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. loomlock asks for nothing beyond the download.
Max ships an update weekly, loomlock every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Max | loomlock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Florian Vates | Loomlock Apps |
In-app purchases
Max
- Max Pro Monthly Discount7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Pro Yearly Discount7 Days trial$37.491 Year
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- Pro Yearly7 Days trial$47.001 Year
- Pro Lifetime Discount$77.00
- Pro Lifetime$97.00
loomlock
No in-app purchases









