Comparison

SlideToLock vs ArmorLink

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

Head to head
About

SlideToLock

Instantly secure your Macs from your iPhone with a simple swipe. Monitor your Mac's status and even unlock it remotely with an experimental feature. Manage multiple Macs securely using your iCloud account.

Highlights
  • Remote Mac locking
  • Activity monitoring (heartbeat)
  • Experimental unlock feature
  • Manage multiple Macs
  • Secure iCloud integration
  • Zero setup required
Features
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SlideToLock – Lock your Mac remotely, with a single slide. SlideToLock is the perfect app to instantly secure your Macs, wherever you are. With a simple interaction from your iPhone, you can remotely lock one or multiple Macs in a single gesture. It's fast, fluid, and perfectly integrated into the Apple ecosystem. Effortless Remote Locking No more typing passwords or rushing to your computer. Just a swipe from the app, and your Mac locks automatically. Activity Monitoring (Heartbeat): Keep an eye on your Mac's status. The app communicates with your machine to let you know if it is currently running, or how long it has been powered off. Perfect for giving yourself peace of mind that everything is turned off at the office or at home. Unlock Feature (Experimental Mode): Slide to unlock... literally! Take control by unlocking your Mac remotely. This feature navigates through the strict security layers of macOS and is offered as an experimental access. Manage Multiple Macs Working with several computers? SlideToLock lets you add and manage all of them from one unified interface. Zero Setup, 100% Security No account creation, no passwords to remember. The app uses your iCloud account to communicate with your Macs securely and privately. Ultra-Responsive, Ultra-Apple Designed to work seamlessly and natively with macOS and iOS, SlideToLock naturally fits into your Apple routine.

About

ArmorLink

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ArmorLink is a control and configuration platform for modular cosplay suits, armor systems and interactive props. Designed for makers, cosplayers and prop builders, ArmorLink allows you to connect compatible modules, configure hardware settings and control complex suit systems from a single interface. Whether you’re building an advanced Iron Man suit, a sci-fi armor system or custom animatronic props, ArmorLink helps simplify communication between modules and reduces development complexity. Features • Connect and manage ArmorLink-compatible modules • Configure devices wirelessly • Trigger actions, animations and effects • Monitor module status and battery information • Control LEDs, servos, audio systems and accessories • Simplify communication between distributed suit components • Designed for scalable, modular armor projects • Built for makers, cosplayers and prop developers ArmorLink is intended for use with ArmorLink-enabled hardware and firmware.

Screenshots

SlideToLock2 screens
ArmorLink4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ArmorLink at none against SlideToLock's 1. ArmorLink also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. SlideToLock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ArmorLink asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SlideToLock ships an update weekly, ArmorLink every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
SlideToLock versus ArmorLink: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSlideToLockArmorLink
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, MaciPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperContinuum (France)Pascal Muehlberger

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SlideToLock

One-time1
  • Banner ads$1.99
None

ArmorLink

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SlideToLock free?
SlideToLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArmorLink free?
ArmorLink is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SlideToLock or ArmorLink have ads?
Neither SlideToLock nor ArmorLink shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SlideToLock or ArmorLink?
SlideToLock ships an update weekly, and ArmorLink every 5 days. Most recently, SlideToLock was updated on October 5, 2026 and ArmorLink on October 1, 2026.

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