# ReadLock vs Clock'd In

The clearest difference is rating: Clock'd In at 5.0 against ReadLock's 3.0. Clock'd In also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (6 vs 2). ReadLock's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ReadLock sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Clock'd In sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Clock'd In holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively.

ReadLock ships an update every 10 days, Clock'd In every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReadLock | Clock'd In |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readlock-screen-time-control/id6754204083/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clockd-in/id6759009652/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 68 MB | 76 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Acha Igwe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847064265) | [Fortune Allou](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876351089) |

## 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 |


### Clock'd In

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clockd-in/id6759009652)

Build positive habits with friends and a personalized AI coach. Track your progress, challenge others to friendly competitions, and stay motivated through shared accountability and visual proof of your efforts.

**Highlights:** AI-powered habit coaching, Social accountability with friends, Gamified habit duels, Photo proof of habit completion, Progress tracking and stats, Direct messaging with friends, Customizable reminders

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Clock'd In Plus | $6.99 | per month |
| Clock'd In Plus | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReadLock free?

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

### Is Clock'd In free?

Clock'd In is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ReadLock or Clock'd In?

Clock'd In is rated higher. ReadLock averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Clock'd In averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do ReadLock or Clock'd In have ads?

Neither ReadLock nor Clock'd In shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ReadLock or Clock'd In?

ReadLock ships an update every 10 days, and Clock'd In every 6 weeks. Most recently, ReadLock was updated on October 30, 2026 and Clock'd In on November 5, 2026.

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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.*