Comparison

PayDepot Approver vs App Locker

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

Head to head
About

PayDepot Approver

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PayDepot Approver is a security companion app used to confirm important actions within the PayDepot ecosystem. It provides real-time verification for requests that require additional confirmation, ensuring a higher level of organizational control and data protection. Key Features Action Verification: Instantly confirm or decline requests from linked PayDepot services. Instant Notifications: Get alerts whenever your approval is required. Access Management: Maintain control over who can perform sensitive operations. Security The app follows the same data protection and compliance standards as the main PayDepot services. Privacy and Terms By using PayDepot Approver, you agree to our policies: Privacy Policy: https://paydepot.com/approver-privacy/index.html Terms of Service: https://paydepot.com/approver-terms/index.html

About

App Locker

This app restricts access to other applications on your device using Apple Screen Time. Unlock protected apps with Face ID, PIN, password, or two-factor authentication. It offers features like timed unlocks, intruder photos, and activity logs for enhanced privacy and focus.

Highlights
  • Restrict app launches via Screen Time
  • Unlock with Face ID, PIN, Password, or 2FA
  • Dual 2FA for enhanced security
  • Optional launch-time unlock challenges
  • Timed and unlimited unlock modes
  • Intruder photo capture
  • Activity logs and usage stats
Features
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LOCK ANY APP YOU CHOOSE Protect WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram, Snapchat, Photos, Messages, TikTok, YouTube, email, banking apps, and more*. App Locker restricts app launches using Apple Screen Time until you unlock with Face ID, PIN, Password, or 2FA (6-digit, time-based codes). WHY IT WORKS Uses Apple Screen Time (Family Controls) to restrict app launches. No content is read, scanned, or uploaded. Fast, reliable, and privacy-first by design. Uses only official Apple APIs (no jailbreak, no hacks). DUAL 2FA (6-DIGIT CODES) App Unlock 2FA: require a fresh time-based code to open App Locker. App Access 2FA: require a fresh code every time a protected app is launched. Two independent layers. One strong defense. LAUNCH GATE (NEW) Add an optional launch-time unlock challenge before accessing the app: Calculator challenge Time-based PIN Icon sequence puzzle If multiple methods are enabled, you choose which one to solve. This gate works inside the app only and does not change system behavior or app icons. UNLOCK MODES Timed Unlock: open apps for 5–60 minutes, then auto-relock. Unlimited Unlock (∞): keep apps accessible until you manually relock. WHAT YOU CAN DO Lock individual apps or app groups. One-Tap App Shield to instantly restrict launches. Face ID, PIN, Password, and 2FA (use one or combine). Intruder Photo: capture failed attempts (stored on device). Activity Log and detailed usage stats. Widgets and quick actions for focus and study. PRIVACY FIRST We never read your messages, photos, or app data. Intruder photos never leave your device. No tracking, no ads, no data selling. FREE TO START, PRO WHEN YOU NEED IT Start free with core locking. Upgrade to unlock advanced security like Dual 2FA, extended logs, advanced stats, and launch gate options. GREAT FOR Privacy: protect personal chats and photos. Focus: block distracting apps. Shared devices: add an extra layer before lending your phone. AVAILABILITY NOTE * App availability depends on iOS version, country, and developer restrictions. App Locker restricts app launches using Apple Screen Time and does not modify other apps or your Home Screen icons.

Screenshots

PayDepot Approver4 screens
App Locker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PayDepot Approver at none against App Locker's 4. App Locker's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). 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. App Locker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. PayDepot Approver asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PayDepot Approver versus App Locker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPayDepot ApproverApp Locker
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.616.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCOREDEV LABHuseyin Sefa Kucuk

In-app purchases

None

PayDepot Approver

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

App Locker

Subscriptions3
  • Premium 1 Week$1.997 Days
  • Premium 1 Month$4.991 Month
  • Premium 1 Year$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Version Lifetime$9.99

Questions

Is PayDepot Approver free?
PayDepot Approver is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is App Locker free?
App Locker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PayDepot Approver or App Locker have ads?
Neither PayDepot Approver nor App Locker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PayDepot Approver or App Locker?
PayDepot Approver ships an update every 3 weeks, and App Locker every 3 weeks. Most recently, PayDepot Approver was updated on October 28, 2026 and App Locker on November 5, 2026.

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