Comparison

AppLocker vs Control Stack

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

Head to head
About

AppLocker

Secure your device by locking individual applications with a passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID. Prevent unauthorized access, app installations, deletions, and in-app purchases. A premium subscription unlocks all advanced privacy features.

Highlights
  • Lock apps with PIN, Face ID, or Touch ID
  • Block app installations
  • Prevent app deletions
  • Block in-app purchases
  • Temporary blocking of all apps
  • Utilizes Screen Time framework
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Your attention is precious. AppLocker helps you block distracting apps so you can focus, study, work, and build healthier screen-time habits. Pick the apps that pull you in — social media, games, video, browsers — and lock them behind Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN. When you reach for a distraction out of habit, AppLocker stops you, so you stay in control of your time. FOCUS SESSIONS Block distracting apps instantly with Deep Focus. One tap silences everything that gets in the way of deep work. SCHEDULES Set automatic blocking for study time, work hours, or bedtime. AppLocker keeps you on track without thinking about it. STAY ACCOUNTABLE Protect your focus blocks with Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN, so you can't cave to impulse and unblock in a weak moment. BETTER SCREEN-TIME HABITS Cut down doom-scrolling and mindless app-opening. Replace bad habits with intentional, focused time. PARENTAL CONTROLS Help your kids build healthy device habits. Limit distracting apps, block new installs, and manage screen time on their device. PERFECT FOR - Students who need to focus while studying - Professionals doing deep work - Anyone fighting doom-scrolling and screen-time overwhelm - Parents managing their children's app use HOW IT WORKS 1. Open AppLocker 2. Choose the apps that distract you 3. Set Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN 4. Stay focused — distractions are blocked Setup takes under two minutes. Take back your focus. Download AppLocker today.

About

Control Stack

Features
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Know exactly where you stand before your next audit. No guesswork, no last-minute surprises. Browse 1,423 cyber security controls in plain English, free and with no account. Control Stack is an Australian made compliance app that cross maps four frameworks so you can see how they connect: - ISO/IEC 27001 (information security management) - ASD Essential Eight, including the maturity model - ASD Information Security Manual (ISM) - ISO/IEC 42001 (AI management systems) BROWSE THE FULL LIBRARY, FREE AND NO ACCOUNT NEEDED Open the app and start reading straight away. Every control is explained in plain English and organised so you can find what you need fast. - 1,300+ controls, cross mapped across all four frameworks - Written to be clear, not buried in jargon - Handy on the job when you need control detail quick and easy OPTIONAL TRACKER: TURN READING INTO READINESS Create a free account when you want to track progress and walk into an audit knowing your numbers. The tracker is optional. The library stays free without it. - Dashboard: mark each control implemented, in progress or not started - Completion percentage for each framework, so you see progress at a glance - Remediation tasks with due dates, so you know what is overdue or due soon - Audit countdown: set a target date and track the days remaining - Needs attention: surfaces the framework you are most behind on - Progress syncs across your devices - Sign in with Google, Apple, email and password, or a magic link WHO IT IS FOR - Security and GRC professionals managing ISO 27001 or ISM programs - IT teams working through the Essential Eight maturity model - Organisations starting out with ISO 42001 for AI management - Anyone who wants control detail in plain English, fast WHY CONTROL STACK Compliance is stressful when you cannot see the whole picture. Control Stack puts the reference and the tracking in one place, so audit day feels like a review of work you already know is done, not a scramble. ABOUT Control Stack is an independent, Australian made reference and tracking tool. It does not certify compliance and does not guarantee you will pass an audit. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with ISO, the ACSC, the ASD, Apple, or Google. All framework names and trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Screenshots

AppLocker4 screens
Control Stack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Control Stack at none against AppLocker's 2. Control Stack also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. AppLocker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Control Stack asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AppLocker ships an update every 5 months, Control Stack every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AppLocker versus Control Stack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAppLockerControl Stack
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAHMET BUGRA KACDIMindset Cyber

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AppLocker

Subscriptions2
  • Premium$8.997 Days
  • Premium$29.991 Year
None

Control Stack

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AppLocker free?
AppLocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Control Stack free?
Control Stack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AppLocker or Control Stack have ads?
Neither AppLocker nor Control Stack shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AppLocker or Control Stack?
AppLocker ships an update every 5 months, and Control Stack every 3 weeks. Most recently, AppLocker was updated on October 3, 2026 and Control Stack on October 11, 2026.

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