Comparison

Locked In vs TaskManage Pro

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

Head to head
About

Locked In

Features
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Locked In is the first focus app that pairs award-winning software with NFC technology to help you reclaim your time, crush tasks, and quiet digital noise. WHY LOCKED IN? β€’ Instant pause before distraction – Quick tap of any NFC chip or a quick plug into a charging port to create a pause between when you want to access distracting apps. β€’ Built-in Pomodoro timer – Classic 25 / 5 cycles, fully editable, with gentle haptics. β€’ Mood-based focus music – Curated playlists and brown-noise loops stream offline to keep you in flow. β€’ Live screen-time dashboard – Watch minutes-saved climb in real time and celebrate weekly streaks. β€’ Challenges & community – Join the #LockedIn, share wins, and stay accountable. β€’ Parental Control mode – Lock apps and schedule study sessions on a teen’s device and prevent editing of existing profiles in the app. β€’ Privacy first – Usage data never leaves your iPhone. No ads, no trackers. We believe in a privacy first appraoch. β€’ Universal – Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Silicon Macs (requires iOS 17.6 or later). VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, and Color-Blind palettes supported. HOW IT WORKS Download the app (free). Scan any NFC chip (optional) or plug your phone into any charger Select the apps you want behind the β€œlock.” Start a timer or dive straight into deep workβ€”Locked In handles the rest. *NFC Chips sold separately (under €0.50 per unit). The app can be used without hardware; tapping the on-screen lock, using a charging cable, or QR codes provides similar friction. PRICING β€’ Free core features forever. β€’ Pay any third party for NFC accessory for the full tactile experience. β€’ Subscriptions to unlock extra features like color customization, more music options, and more Stop letting your phone dictate your day. Turn your phone into a tool again. Join thousands who already took back control and get Locked In today. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

TaskManage Pro

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Stay focused. Get more done. TaskTracker Pro is your all-in-one productivity app to organize, prioritize, and track your tasks with precision. Key Features: - Smart Task Manager: Plan daily, weekly, or custom tasks with flexible scheduling. - Live Countdown Timer: Stay on track with a clean, distraction-free timer for every task. - Progress Analytics: View stats by day, week, or month. Understand how you spend your time. - Calendar & Weekly Overview: See your tasks and goals clearly laid out. - Reminders & Notifications: Never miss a deadline. - Focus Mode: Eliminate distractions and maximize deep work. - Multi-language Support: Available in English, German, French, Spanish, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, and more. Designed for students, professionals, and anyone who values time.

Screenshots

Locked In4 screens
TaskManage Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Locked In at none against TaskManage Pro's shown. TaskManage Pro's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Locked In sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and TaskManage Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Locked In ships an update fortnightly, TaskManage Pro every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 8, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Locked In versus TaskManage Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLocked InTaskManage Pro
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.617.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size313 MB35 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperJulius BrusseeAnh Dao Kieu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Locked In

Subscriptions2
  • Locked In Plus Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Locked In Plus Yearly1 Month trial$24.991 Year
2 purchases

TaskManage Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads$0.991 Month
  • Remove Ads$7.991 Year

Questions

Is Locked In free?
Locked In is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TaskManage Pro free?
TaskManage Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Locked In or TaskManage Pro have ads?
TaskManage Pro shows ads; Locked In does not.
Which is updated more often, Locked In or TaskManage Pro?
Locked In ships an update fortnightly, and TaskManage Pro every 3 days. Most recently, Locked In was updated on November 8, 2026 and TaskManage Pro on November 8, 2026.

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