# Bible Lock vs Prayer Lock

The clearest difference is monetization model: Bible Lock at free with in-app purchases against Prayer Lock's subscription. Bible Lock also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (341 vs 47). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bible Lock sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Prayer Lock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Bible Lock against 4.8 for Prayer Lock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible Lock has 341 ratings behind it against 47, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Bible Lock ships an update every 6 days, Prayer Lock every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bible Lock | Prayer Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (341 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-lock-put-god-first/id6754575475/reviews) | **[4.8 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prayer-lock-versel/id6793234841/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **341** | 47 |
| Positive reviews | 52.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 214 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [MJH VENTURES LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822810384) | [H2A Digital LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1856303961) |

## What reviewers say

### Bible Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-lock-put-god-first/id6754575475)

This app helps users build consistent Bible reading habits by temporarily blocking distracting apps. Users unlock access to their chosen apps only after completing their daily Scripture reading, fostering spiritual growth and discipline.

**Highlights:** Customizable app blocking, Daily scripture reading to unlock apps, Personalized onboarding quiz, Habit building through discipline, Privacy-focused, on-device control, Screen Time API integration

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bible Lock Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Bible Lock Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Bible Lock Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Bible Lock Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Bible Lock Access | $19.99 | per year |
| Bible Lock Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Bible Lock Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Sponsor 1 Person | $29.99 | per year |
| Bible Lock Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Bible Lock Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Bible Lock Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Sponsor 3 People | $69.99 | per year |


### Prayer Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prayer-lock-versel/id6793234841)

This app helps users build a consistent prayer habit by temporarily blocking distracting social media and apps. It offers AI-generated prayers, self-led prayer options, and tracks prayer streaks to encourage spiritual growth.

**Highlights:** Temporary app blocking for distractions, AI-guided personalized prayers, Self-led prayer option, Daily Bible verse, Prayer streaks and progress tracking, Flexible app selection for blocking

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bible Lock free?

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

### Is Prayer Lock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bible Lock or Prayer Lock?

Prayer Lock is rated higher. Bible Lock averages 4.7 out of 5 from 341 ratings, while Prayer Lock averages 4.8 from 47 ratings.

### Do Bible Lock or Prayer Lock have ads?

Neither Bible Lock nor Prayer Lock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bible Lock or Prayer Lock?

Bible Lock ships an update every 6 days, and Prayer Lock every 6 weeks. Most recently, Bible Lock was updated on October 30, 2026 and Prayer Lock on October 31, 2026.

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