# ReadLock vs LockMax

ReadLock and LockMax 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.

Both are free to download. ReadLock sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and LockMax sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReadLock | LockMax |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readlock-screen-time-control/id6754204083/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 68 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Acha Igwe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847064265) | [Mikalai Ptashyts](https://appshunter.io/developer/1777676648) |

## What reviewers say

### ReadLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readlock-screen-time-control/id6754204083)

This app helps you reclaim your reading time by blocking distracting apps and websites during dedicated reading sessions. It uses AI to score your comprehension based on your notes, ensuring genuine engagement with your reading material. Track progress, manage your book library, and build a consistent reading habit.

**Highlights:** Distraction locking via Screen Time, AI comprehension scoring, AI summary suggestions, Book scanning and search, Works with any book format, Progress tracking, Habit building tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ReadLock Premium (weekly) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| ReadLock Premium (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| ReadLock Premium (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| ReadLock Premium (Yearly v2) | $29.99 | per year |
| ReadLock Premium (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| ReadLock Premium (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| ReadLock Premium (Yearly) | $69.99 | per year |


### LockMax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockmax-earn-screen-time/id6754206179)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium One Time Purchase | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReadLock free?

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

### Is LockMax free?

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

### Do ReadLock or LockMax have ads?

Neither ReadLock nor LockMax shows ads.

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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.*