# LockedIn vs Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is update cadence: LockedIn at every 2 days against Screen Time Control's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LockedIn sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Screen Time Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LockedIn ships an update every 2 days, Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LockedIn | Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **4** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 12 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Raihan Rizqullah](https://appshunter.io/developer/1777763634) | [Yalcin Golayoglu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1607333007) |

## What reviewers say

### LockedIn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockedin-focus-app-blocker/id6747810033)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Tip | $12.99 | one-time |


### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975)

Manage your device usage with this app blocker and focus tool. Block distracting applications, set timed focus sessions, and schedule automatic restrictions using native device technology. Track your progress and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocking and locking, Timed focus sessions, Recurring schedules, Statistics and analytics, Preset and custom templates, Smart notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Time Control Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Time Control Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Screen Time Control Premium Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Screen Time Control Premium | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LockedIn free?

LockedIn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Screen Time Control free?

Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do LockedIn or Screen Time Control have ads?

Neither LockedIn nor Screen Time Control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LockedIn or Screen Time Control?

LockedIn ships an update every 2 days, and Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, LockedIn was updated on October 24, 2026 and Screen Time Control on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*