# Timeout vs Lock In Squad

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timeout at none against Lock In Squad's 1. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lock In Squad 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 Squad. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 8 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timeout | Lock In Squad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeout-app-blocker/id6742079522/reviews) | [5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-in-squad-app-blocker/id6746732331/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **8** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Daily |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 21 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Lazy Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/832775887) | [Eli Young](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818182523) |

## What reviewers say

### Timeout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeout-app-blocker/id6742079522)

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.

**Highlights:** App Blocking, Flexible Timer, Whitelist Mode, Minimal Design, Easy Setup

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Lock In Squad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-in-squad-app-blocker/id6746732331)

This app helps you limit screen time by blocking selected apps, categories, or websites. You can set schedules, use timers, and even collaborate with friends to stay focused together. Earn in-app currency to customize your experience or watch ads for bonuses.

**Highlights:** Block apps, categories, and websites, Set custom schedules, Group lock-ins with friends, Live Activity on Lock Screen, Progress tracking and streaks, In-app shop for customization

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lock In Premium (No Ads) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timeout free?

Timeout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Lock In Squad free?

Lock In Squad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timeout or Lock In Squad?

Timeout and Lock In Squad are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 8 ratings respectively.

### Do Timeout or Lock In Squad have ads?

Both Timeout and Lock In Squad show ads.

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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.*