Comparison

LockdList vs Alarmifex

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

Head to head
About

LockdList

Features
Read full description

Can't stop scrolling? LockdList blocks distracting apps until you complete your tasks. Build unstoppable focus with the app that locks your phone until you finish what matters. HOW IT WORKS Choose apps to block (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube) Create your focus task or start a Deep Work session Your apps unlock ONLY when you complete your task No willpower needed. Just results. Privacy & Terms We take your privacy seriously. All data stays on your device. No ads. No tracking. No data collection. To use LockdList, you need a paid subscription. Prices may vary by country and are subject to change without notice. Prices are clearly displayed in the app. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings in the iTunes Store. If offered, if you choose to use our free trial, any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy Policy: focus-lock-reward.lovable.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ LockdList requires iOS 16.0 or later and Screen Time permissions to function.

About

Alarmifex

Wake up to custom sounds, from nature tracks to your own voice memos. Browse a sound marketplace, upload your audio, and trim it to the perfect moment. Features smart controls like snooze duration and Live Activity support for easy interaction.

Highlights
  • Customizable alarm sounds
  • Sound marketplace
  • Upload personal audio
  • Audio trimming tool
  • Smart snooze controls
  • Live Activity support
  • Dark mode interface
Features
Read full description

Alarmifex turns any sound into your alarm. A song, a viral reel or video clip, an anime opening, your own voice, or a motivational speech: if you can play it, Alarmifex can wake you up with it. CUSTOM ALARM SOUNDS FROM ANYTHING - Import any audio or video file from your phone and use its sound as your alarm - Record your own voice as a custom wake-up call - Trim to the exact moment: the hook of the song, the punchline, the pep talk - Browse a catalog of dozens of alarm sounds across five moods: Calm, Energetic, Motivational, Classic, and Anime RINGS EVERY TIME, EVEN OFFLINE Alarmifex is built on AlarmKit, Apple's own alarm technology. Every alarm sound is downloaded to your iPhone before it's needed, so your alarm goes off on silent mode, with Do Not Disturb on, from the Lock Screen, and with no internet connection. No streaming, no dropped alarms. LOUD ENOUGH TO GET YOU UP Push the volume above your phone's normal level so even the deepest sleepers wake up. Set your snooze duration and a maximum snooze count, and rotate a fresh alarm sound every morning so you never sleep through it on autopilot. SCHEDULES AND CONTROLS - Daily, weekdays, weekends, or specific days - Live Activity: snooze or dismiss right from your Lock Screen - Full dark mode, easy to use half-asleep at 2am ALARMIFEX PREMIUM Unlock the full sound library and unlimited uploads. Try free for 3 days, cancel anytime. Never sleep through a shift, a flight, or an exam again. Download Alarmifex and wake up to an alarm sound you actually chose. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

LockdList4 screens
Alarmifex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: LockdList at none against Alarmifex's shown. LockdList also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, 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

Both are free to download. LockdList sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year and Alarmifex sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LockdList ships an update weekly, Alarmifex every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
LockdList versus Alarmifex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockdListAlarmifex
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTayo AkigbogunAmdose LTD

In-app purchases

2 purchases

LockdList

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly: $59.997 Days trial$59.991 Year
11 purchases

Alarmifex

Subscriptions11
  • Weekly Plan7 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$9.991 Year
Show 8 more
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
  • English(U.S)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • $30 Yearly - 3 Days Free Trial3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is LockdList free?
LockdList is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Alarmifex free?
Alarmifex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LockdList or Alarmifex have ads?
Alarmifex shows ads; LockdList does not.
Which is updated more often, LockdList or Alarmifex?
LockdList ships an update weekly, and Alarmifex every 4 days. Most recently, LockdList was updated on October 12, 2026 and Alarmifex on October 5, 2026.

Other comparisons