Timeout vs Lock In
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Timeout
This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting applications. It allows you to set up focus sessions, block specific apps, or enable a whitelist mode for essential applications only. Designed for simplicity, it helps you concentrate on important tasks.
- App Blocking
- Flexible Timer
- Whitelist Mode
- Minimal Design
- Easy Setup
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Struggling to stay focused? Timeout helps you take control of your time by blocking distracting apps so you can concentrate on what truly matters. Whether you're working, studying, or just need a break from social media, Timeout keeps you on track. Features: - App Blocking – Temporarily block selected apps to eliminate distractions. - Flexible Timer – Start a focus session anytime and regain control over your screen time. - Whitelist Mode – Only allow essential apps while blocking everything else. - Minimal & Easy to Use – No complicated setup—just set your preferences and focus! Take a Timeout from Distractions & Reclaim Your Time! Download Timeout today and boost your productivity! Privacy Policy: https://lazytechllc.com/#/privacy-policy-timeout Terms of Service: https://lazytechllc.com/#/privacy-policy-timeout Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Lock In
This app helps you focus by blocking distracting applications during timed work sessions. Set durations, choose apps to block, and track your productive time and streaks. Ideal for building better digital habits and reducing screen time.
- Block distracting apps
- Set custom focus timers
- Track productive hours
- Visualize progress and streaks
- Build better digital habits
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Lock In helps you stay focused and productive by blocking distracting apps during timed work sessions. Set your focus duration, select apps to block, and commit to distraction-free deep work. Track your progress with detailed statistics and visualizations that show your productive hours, longest streaks, and consistency over time. Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone looking to build better digital habits and reclaim their time from endless scrolling.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timeout at none against Lock In's 1. Lock In's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Lock In sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Timeout asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Timeout against 5.0 for Lock In. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 7 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
| Parameter | Timeout | Lock In |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 7 | 7 |
| Update frequency | — | Daily |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Lazy Tech LLC | Eli Young |
Customer experience
Timeout
Lock In
In-app purchases
Timeout
No in-app purchases
Lock In
- Lock In Premium (No Ads)$4.99
