Comparison

Blinkiy vs Lock

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

Head to head
About

Blinkiy

Features
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PROTECT YOUR EYES WITH SMART TECHNOLOGY Blinki is the ultimate eye health companion designed to combat digital eye strain in our screen-heavy world. With scientifically-backed exercise routines and intelligent reminders, Blinki helps you maintain healthy vision while working, studying, or enjoying digital content. KEY FEATURES • Smart Eye Health Rules: Choose from 20-20-20, 10-15-15, or 30-25-25 exercise patterns • Multilingual Support: Available in 9 languages including English, Turkish, French, Spanish, Arabic, German, Russian, Japanese, and Greek • macOS Menu Bar Integration: Quick access directly from your Mac's menu bar • Screen Time Tracking: Monitor your daily device usage with detailed statistics • Custom Notifications: Personalized reminders that respect your workflow • Exercise Library: Guided eye exercises including blinking, focus shifting, and eye circles • Usage Analytics: Track your progress with comprehensive statistics and streaks PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlimited daily exercises (Free users: 1 per day) • Advanced statistics and insights • Priority support • Ad-free experience • Extended customization options SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN BENEFITS Regular eye exercises help: - Reduce digital eye strain - Prevent dry eyes - Improve focus flexibility - Maintain healthy blinking patterns - Reduce headaches and fatigue PERFECT FOR • Remote workers and students • Gamers and content creators • Anyone spending 2+ hours on screens daily • People experiencing eye strain symptoms • Health-conscious individuals WHY CHOOSE BLINKI? Unlike other reminder apps, Blinki offers intelligent scheduling that adapts to your usage patterns. Our multilingual interface ensures accessibility worldwide, while the macOS integration provides seamless desktop productivity. By using this app, you agree to Apple's [Standard End User License Agreement (EULA) ](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/). IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This app is designed solely for eye health reminders and does not provide medical advice. If you experience any eye health issues, please consult an eye doctor or healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional before using this app and before making any medical decisions. Scientific Sources: • American Optometric Association - Computer Vision Syndrome Guidelines • American Academy of Ophthalmology - Eye Strain Prevention Recommendations • Mayo Clinic - Digital Eye Strain Prevention Methods • Harvard Health Publishing - Screen Time and Eye Health Research

About

Lock

Features
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Take back control of your screen time and focus on what matters most. Lock helps you understand your phone habits, set daily app limits, and block distractions when you need to stay focused. Whether you want to spend less time scrolling, boost your productivity, or build a healthier relationship with your phone, Lock makes it simple. **SET APP LIMITS THAT WORK** Spending too much time on Instagram, YouTube, or other distracting apps? Set your own daily limits and take control of your usage. - Set custom time limits for individual apps. - Automatically block apps when their limits are reached. - Reduce mindless scrolling and build better habits. **STAY FOCUSED WITH FOCUS MODE** Create distraction-free moments whenever you need them. Whether you're studying, working, reading, or taking a break, Lock helps you stay present. - Temporarily block distracting apps. - Enable Focus Mode with a single tap. - Spend more time on what actually matters. **UNDERSTAND YOUR SCREEN TIME** You can't improve what you don't measure. Lock gives you clear insights into your daily phone usage so you can make smarter decisions about your time. - Track how much time you spend on each app. - View simple, easy-to-understand usage reports. - Identify distractions and improve your digital habits. **LESS SCREEN TIME. MORE REAL LIFE.** Breaking the scrolling habit doesn't have to depend on willpower alone. With the right tools, you can create healthier boundaries, protect your attention, and make every minute count. Take control of your screen time with Lock. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Blinkiy4 screens
Lock3 screens

Verdict

The call

Blinkiy and Lock are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Blinkiy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Lock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Blinkiy versus Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlinkiyLock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFatih KayaKerem Cebi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Blinkiy

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
2 purchases

Lock

Subscriptions2
  • 3 Aylık14 Days trial$0.993 Months
  • Annual14 Days trial$1.991 Year

Questions

Is Blinkiy free?
Blinkiy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lock free?
Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Blinkiy or Lock have ads?
Neither Blinkiy nor Lock shows ads.

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