Comparison

JustPad vs The Great Lock

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

Head to head
About

JustPad

This app provides an endless page for quickly capturing thoughts, ideas, and tasks without the need for organization. Easily convert entries into reminders and share them as images. It prioritizes privacy with no network access and optional iCloud sync.

Highlights
  • Endless single-page note-taking
  • Convert notes to system reminders
  • Light Markdown highlighting
  • Share notes as images
  • Stealth mode for privacy
  • Local-first storage with iCloud sync
Features
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Your brain is not a storage device. JustPad is. JustPad is a brain dump app: one endless page where you empty your head the moment a thought appears. No folders to choose, no titles to invent, no "where should this go?" friction. Open the app and you're already writing. That's the whole point. When your mind is juggling twenty things at once — tasks, worries, ideas, things you must not forget — the fastest way to feel calm again is to get them all out of your head and onto a page. JustPad makes that take two seconds. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open JustPad. Your page is right there — no navigation, ever. 2. Dump everything: tasks, ideas, worries, half-thoughts. Don't organize, just write. 3. Select anything that needs action and turn it into a reminder with one tap. Your mind is clear; nothing is lost. BUILT FOR OVERLOADED MINDS • One Endless Page — Everything lives in a single continuous page. No tabs, no folders, no decisions. Perfect for ADHD-friendly capture, racing thoughts, journaling, brainstorming, or just getting things off your chest. • Dump → Reminder — Select any line and turn it into a system notification. Brain dump first, act later — without copying anything into another app. • Readable Dumps — Light Markdown highlighting formats your headings (#) and lists (-, *) automatically, so even a messy dump stays scannable. No syntax to learn. • Share a Thought as an Image — Select text and instantly capture it as a clean image to share anywhere. • Stealth Mode — Writing something personal on the train? Switch to a tiny-font mode that only you can read up close. • Private by Design — JustPad requests no network access. Your thoughts stay on your device, with optional end-to-end iCloud sync across iPhone and iPad. No account, no tracking, no ads. • iCloud Sync Status — A subtle cloud icon shows you exactly when your page is synced across devices. • Import & Utilities — Import text files (up to 100,000 characters), see your word count, and manage all active reminders in one place. WHO IT'S FOR – ADHD brains and overthinkers who need thoughts out of their head *now* – Anyone doing a nightly brain dump to sleep better – Writers and students capturing ideas before they vanish – People tired of note apps that feel like filing cabinets – Anyone who values privacy and local-first storage JustPad is built natively in Swift and SwiftUI, supports iOS 15+, and is optimized for iPhone and iPad. Stop trying to remember everything. Dump it, clear your mind, move on. Download JustPad and do your first brain dump in the next ten seconds.

About

The Great Lock

Features
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Welcome to The Great Lock-In - your companion for the scientifically-backed 120-day habit formation journey. Research shows it takes an average of 120 days to form a lasting habit. The Great Lock-In guides you through this transformative journey with powerful tools and daily motivation. KEY FEATURES: • 120-Day Challenge - Track your progress through the proven habit formation timeline • Multiple Habit Tracking - Build several positive habits simultaneously • Daily Check-ins - Stay accountable with quick, easy progress updates • Smart Reminders - Never miss a day with customizable notifications • Beautiful Analytics - Visualize your journey with insightful charts • Journal & Reflection - Document your thoughts and breakthroughs • Focus Mode - Dedicated sessions for deep work and productivity • Dark Mode - Easy on the eyes during evening check-ins • Data Export - Keep your progress safe with backup options WHY THE GREAT LOCK-IN? • Science-Based: Built on research showing 66 days for habit formation • Simple Yet Powerful: Clean interface that doesn't overwhelm • Privacy First: Your data stays on your device • One-Time Purchase: No subscriptions, lifetime access • Continuous Updates: Regular improvements and new features Whether you want to exercise daily, meditate, read more, or build any positive habit, The Great Lock-In provides the structure and motivation you need to succeed. Join people who have transformed their lives one day at a time. Your 66-day journey to lasting change starts now!

Screenshots

JustPad4 screens
The Great Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Great Lock at $1.99 against JustPad's $19.99. The Great Lock also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases 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

JustPad costs $19.99 and The Great Lock $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JustPad ships an update every 3 months, The Great Lock daily. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
JustPad versus The Great Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJustPadThe Great Lock
Price$19.99$1.99 — better
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer东景 梁Sohail Hussain

In-app purchases

None

JustPad

No in-app purchases

None

The Great Lock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JustPad free?
JustPad costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is The Great Lock free?
The Great Lock costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do JustPad or The Great Lock have ads?
Neither JustPad nor The Great Lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JustPad or The Great Lock?
JustPad ships an update every 3 months, and The Great Lock daily. Most recently, JustPad was updated on November 5, 2026 and The Great Lock on October 30, 2026.

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