Comparison

ScreenHarmony vs Parental Control App:PatLock

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

Head to head
About

ScreenHarmony

This app helps parents manage children's screen time by creating flexible, time-based rules for different daily routines. It offers guided setup for Apple's built-in parental controls and provides insights into device usage without constant monitoring.

Highlights
  • Flexible app limits by time slot
  • App blocking during specific periods
  • Screen time reports via email/iMessage
  • Website blocking and allowlisting
  • Guided setup for Apple Family Sharing
  • Privacy-focused data storage
Features
Read full description

ScreenHarmony is more than a simple app blocking tool. It is a family screen time management solution that helps parents create clear, consistent, and practical digital rules for different moments in a child’s day. Set different app limits, protection rules, and website access controls for study time, homework, bedtime, weekends, and more. ScreenHarmony automatically applies the right rules at the right time, helping reduce repeated reminders and everyday conflicts around device use. KEY FEATURES 1. Automatic schedules throughout the day Create rules for different parts of the day, such as school hours, homework time, evenings, and weekends. Each schedule can use its own app limits and protection rules, so screen time management fits real family routines. 2. App limits and reminders Set daily time limits by app or category. For learning apps, you can choose reminders only. For games, short videos, or social apps, you can limit access during specific time periods to help children stay focused. 3. Protection rules Apply different protection strategies at different times. Keep social apps away during school hours, limit games in the evening, and let the rules run automatically without constant manual changes. 4. Website access protection Support for adult content protection, blocked websites, and allowlist mode helps children browse more safely and stay away from inappropriate content. 5. Enhanced Protection Mode Use Family Sharing and Screen Time authorization to enable stronger parental controls and reduce the chance that children can bypass limits by changing settings, switching accounts, or using other common workarounds. 6. More protection settings Limit account-related changes, device passcode changes, Game Center multiplayer, and Game Center friend requests to help parents keep control of important device settings. 7. Privacy first ScreenHarmony uses Apple’s Screen Time technologies to manage app access. Data is kept on the device as much as possible, and we do not collect your personal privacy data, so families can manage screen time with greater peace of mind. WHO IT’S FOR • Parents who want to reduce excessive use of games, short videos, or social apps • Families who need different rules for school, homework, bedtime, and weekends • Parents who want stronger screen time management through Family Sharing • Families who prefer a calmer, more transparent way to build healthy digital habits • People who want basic screen time support for family members who are less familiar with smartphones but tend to overuse them ScreenHarmony is not just about “blocking the phone.” It helps families build clear, stable, and practical digital routines. By agreeing on schedules and limits in advance, children can better understand when it is time to study and when it is okay to relax, while parents can reduce repeated reminders and daily friction. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION ScreenHarmony Pro offers monthly and quarterly subscription options. A subscription unlocks more complete schedule management, app limits, protection rules, website protection, and advanced protection features. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms & Privacy Privacy Policy: https://apps.newbasoft.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Parental Control App:PatLock

Remotely manage your child's phone with app locking, screen time limits, and geofencing. Control usage from your own device without needing direct access to theirs. Features include scheduled locks and customizable rules for weekdays and weekends.

Highlights
  • Remote app locking and unlocking
  • Set daily screen time limits
  • Geofencing for location-based restrictions
  • Scheduled auto-locks for specific times
  • Pure iCloud remote control
  • Optional virtual pet task assignment
Features
Read full description

PatLock — Remote Parental Control App. Manage Your Child's Phone from Anywhere. PatLock lets you lock apps, set screen time limits, and monitor usage — all from your own phone, remotely. No need to touch your child's device. Simple, secure, effective. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Remote App Locking - Lock/unlock any app on your child's device from your phone - Commands delivered in seconds - Schedule auto-lock for homework, bedtime, school hours Remote Screen Time Management - Set daily usage limits per app - Visual countdown, auto-lock when time's up - Different rules for weekdays vs weekends Remote Geofencing - Auto-restrict games near schools or study zones - Auto-unlock when leaving the area - Multiple zones supported Pure iCloud Remote Control - All commands via iCloud — no third-party servers - Real-time sync, instant status updates - Your data stays in your iCloud only Bonus: Xingbao Pet Tasks (Optional) - Assign chores through a virtual pet - Kids earn stars upon completion - Optional feature, not required for core controls Optional Disguise Mode - App can appear as a puzzle game to reduce resistance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Security and Privacy - Face ID / passcode protection - Pure Apple CloudKit — no third-party servers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Why PatLock? - Core features free - Truly remote — no need to touch child's device - Privacy-first, your data stays yours - 10 languages supported - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Download PatLock today and take control of your family's digital life — from your phone. Privacy Policy: https://alexjiang1.github.io/privacy.html Terms and Conditions: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ScreenHarmony4 screens
Parental Control App:PatLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Parental Control App:PatLock at every 3 weeks against ScreenHarmony's every 2 months. ScreenHarmony's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ScreenHarmony sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Parental Control App:PatLock sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ScreenHarmony against 5.0 for Parental Control App:PatLock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScreenHarmony ships an update every 2 months, Parental Control App:PatLock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ScreenHarmony versus Parental Control App:PatLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreenHarmonyParental Control App:PatLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer集军 孟飞 江

Customer experience

ScreenHarmony

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Parental Control App:PatLock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScreenHarmony

Subscriptions2
  • Pro(Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Pro (Quarterly)7 Days trial$7.093 Months
4 purchases

Parental Control App:PatLock

Subscriptions2
  • Parental Control Pro (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Parental Control Pro (Yearly)$12.991 Year
One-time2
  • Parental Control Pro - Half Price$19.99
  • Parental Control Pro(Lifetime)$39.99

Questions

Is ScreenHarmony free?
ScreenHarmony is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Parental Control App:PatLock free?
Parental Control App:PatLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScreenHarmony or Parental Control App:PatLock?
ScreenHarmony and Parental Control App:PatLock are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do ScreenHarmony or Parental Control App:PatLock have ads?
Neither ScreenHarmony nor Parental Control App:PatLock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScreenHarmony or Parental Control App:PatLock?
ScreenHarmony ships an update every 2 months, and Parental Control App:PatLock every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScreenHarmony was updated on October 28, 2026 and Parental Control App:PatLock on October 24, 2026.

Other comparisons