LOCKD vs AutoGhost
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
LOCKD
This app helps you reduce screen time by temporarily blocking distracting applications. You can select which apps to lock and unlock them when you choose, allowing you to focus on work, study, or simply enjoy offline moments without deleting your applications.
- Select and block distracting apps
- Temporarily lock apps without deleting
- Reduce screen time effortlessly
- Focus on work or study
- Enjoy phone-free time
- Full privacy, no tracking
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We built Lockd because we were spending way too much time on our phones. Scrolling when we didnโt mean to. Checking apps out of habit. Missing the moments right in front of us. We didnโt want to delete everything or go off the grid. We just wanted something that made it easier to disconnect. How Lockd works: - Select the apps that pull you in. - Tap the Lockd Pod to block them. - Enjoy your time without distractions chasing you. Your apps stay locked until you choose to unlock them. Why Lockd? - Reduce your screen time effortlessly - Block what distracts you, not what you need - Physically separate you from attention traps - Reclaim hours of lost time without deleting apps - No tracking. No subscriptions. Full privacy. Use Lockd to: - Focus deeply at work or while studying - Enjoy phone-free evenings or mornings - Sleep better without endless scrolling - Feel present at dinner, with family, or in nature Download LOCKD and take back your time! We take your privacy seriously. Read our full policy here: https://trylockd.com/policies/privacy-policy
AutoGhost
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AutoGhost automatically blocks the apps that distract you the moment you start driving. No taps. No willpower. It just works. HOW IT WORKS Motion sensors detect when you're in a moving vehicle. AutoGhost blocks the apps you've chosen โ social media, video, games, whatever pulls your attention โ for the entire drive. When you park, blocking stops. That's it. No GPS. No location tracking. No calls to home. Motion detection runs entirely on your iPhone. WHY AUTOGHOST Distracted driving is a leading preventable cause of crashes for drivers under 25. Willpower isn't the answer โ the phone in your pocket is engineered to interrupt you. AutoGhost removes the interruption before it happens. If you're a parent worried about a teen's driving habits, this is the tool. If you know your own hand reaches for the phone at every red light, this is the tool. FEATURES โข Automatic drive detection via on-device motion sensors โ never GPS or location โข Block any app you choose โ social, video, games, browsers โข Streaks, achievements, and a 10-level progression system from Rookie to GOAT โข Optional global leaderboard (opt-in, public handle only, never your real name) โข Emergency unlock for genuine accident scenarios โข Passenger mode for when you're not driving โข 7-day free trial, then Monthly $4.99 / Annual $39.99 (save 33%) / Lifetime $199.99 PRIVACY We built AutoGhost privacy-first: โข No GPS or location data โ ever โข All motion data processed on your device โข Only your name and email stored server-side (for support, plus at most two emails near the end of your free trial) โข Optional leaderboard uploads only a chosen handle plus driving stats โข No advertising, no data sales, no third-party trackers โข Delete your data any time from Settings โ Delete My Data Read the full policy at autoghost.org/privacy. SUBSCRIPTION AutoGhost offers a 7-day free trial with full functionality. After the trial: โข Monthly โ $4.99 โข Annual โ $39.99 (33% off monthly) โข Lifetime โ $199.99 (one-time) Payment is charged to your Apple ID after trial confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each period unless cancelled at least 24 hours before renewal. Manage or cancel in your device Settings โ Apple ID โ Subscriptions. TERMS & PRIVACY Terms: https://autoghost.org/terms Privacy: https://autoghost.org/privacy Support: team@autoghost.org Built by drivers, for drivers. Drive Focused. Arrive Safe.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AutoGhost at every 11 days against LOCKD's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. LOCKD sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and AutoGhost sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
LOCKD ships an update every 3 months, AutoGhost every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LOCKD | AutoGhost |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 11 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | VINBIZ LLC | Paul Lemon |
In-app purchases
LOCKD
- 1 Unlock$3.99
- 3 Unlock Attempts$9.99
AutoGhost
- AutoGhost7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- AutoGhost7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- AutogGhost Lifetime$199.99









