Lock In vs GRIT Habit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Lock In
This app helps you break phone addiction by disabling selected apps during focused sessions. You can set durations, create schedules, and take scheduled breaks. Friends can help you end sessions early, and emergency unlocks are available.
- Disable selected apps for set durations
- Create weekly app usage schedules
- Scheduled breaks with daily limits
- Friend-assisted session unlocking
- Emergency unlock option
- App uninstall protection
- Set daily app usage limits
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Reduce your screen time with the help of your friends. Lock in empowers you to break phone addiction by disabling selected apps during focused sessions. Core Features (Subscription Required): β’ Select apps to be disabled for a set duration or create weekly schedules. β’ Take breaks: 3x 1-minute and 2x 15-minute breaks available daily. β’ End sessions early only by: β’ Requesting a subscribed friend to unlock you. β’ Using an emergency unlock (1 free; more can be purchased (consumable)). β’ App uninstall protection during lock sessions. β’ Set daily app usage limits (e.g. 1h of Instagram, Snapchat). β’ To extend a limit, record yourself reading a preset message aloud and post it on the Wall of Shame. Auto-Renewable Subscriptions: All subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime via your App Store account settings. Available Plans: β’ Member Friends (Annual): Full access to all features. Also includes 1 free coupon to gift a βMember Solo (Annual)β subscription to a friend. Duration: 1 Year β Renews annually. β’ Member Solo (Annual): Full access to all features. Duration: 1 Year β Renews annually. β’ Member (Monthly): Full access to all features. Duration: 1 Month β Renews monthly. Prices vary by region and will be shown before purchase. Additional Purchases: β’ Additional emergency unlocks can be purchased in-app. Privacy Policy: https://getlockinapp.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://getlockinapp.com/terms-of-service https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
GRIT Habit
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Build Better Habits. Stay Focused. Take Control. This app is your all-in-one habit and focus trackerβdesigned to help you create routines, boost productivity, and stay motivated without burnout. Whether you want to form positive habits, eliminate distractions, or master deep work, this app gives you the tools to stay consistent and in control. HABIT TRACKING MADE EFFORTLESS Create fully customizable habits with flexible goals - Set daily or weekly reminders with specific targets (e.g., βDrink water 3x a dayβ) - Get smart notifications delivered at the right time - Edit habits anytime to match your lifestyle - Stay motivated with streak calendars, progress charts, and daily checklists STAY FOCUSED WITH SMART SESSIONS - Launch deep work or mindful break sessions in one tap - Personalize each session for studying, reading, working, or unwinding - Use built-in timers to stay in rhythm and avoid burnout - Track your focus trends and build momentum over time PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST Your data stays 100% on your device. No sign-ups. No cloud. No tracking. Just you, your goals, and your progress. With a clean, minimal interface and science-backed design, this app helps you: - Stay consistent - Build momentum - Take control of your timeβone focused day at a time SUBSCRIPTION Unlock full access with a 30-day or annual subscription. No free content is available without a subscription. Terms of use: https://appstoreconnect.apple.com/apps/6748471606/distribution/reviewsubmissions/details/2df46ecc-1e5c-42fa-91dc-bb9202bcfa97
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: GRIT Habit at 15.1 against Lock In's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Lock In sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and GRIT Habit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Lock In ships an update every 3 days, GRIT Habit every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Lock In | GRIT Habit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days β better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | β |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 127 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Georg Ye | Caleb Orhomre |
In-app purchases
Lock In
- Solo Membership (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Solo Membership (Annually)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Friends Membership (Annually)7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Emergency Unlock$4.99
GRIT Habit
- 30 Days$9.991 Month
- 12 Months$59.991 Year









