Comparison

TechBuddies vs LOCKIUM

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

Head to head
About

TechBuddies

Features
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Need help with technology? TechBuddy connects you with friendly, verified tech experts in your neighbourhood. Whether you're struggling with your smartphone, need help setting up a new device, or just want someone patient to explain how an app works — TechBuddy is here to help. HOW IT WORKS Post a Job — Describe what you need help with and set your preferred rate Get Matched — Local technicians in your area will respond to your request Get Help — Your TechBuddy arrives at your door and solves your tech problems Pay Securely — Automatic, secure payments when the job is complete KEY FEATURES • Verified Local Experts — All technicians are rated and reviewed by real users • Simple & Easy to Use — Designed for everyone, regardless of tech experience • Transparent Pricing — You set your budget, no hidden fees • Secure Payments — Automatic payment processing via PayPal • Real-Time Tracking — Know when your technician is on the way • Two-Way Ratings — Rate your experience and build trust in the community TechBuddies, connects communities together through technology support.

About

LOCKIUM

Features
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Manage your door lock with your smart phone

Screenshots

TechBuddies4 screens
LOCKIUM3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: LOCKIUM at 13.0 against TechBuddies's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
TechBuddies versus LOCKIUM: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTechBuddiesLOCKIUM
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB336 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSHIRLEY MALEBYSSE ELGINLockium SARL

In-app purchases

None

TechBuddies

No in-app purchases

None

LOCKIUM

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TechBuddies free?
TechBuddies is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LOCKIUM free?
LOCKIUM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TechBuddies or LOCKIUM have ads?
Neither TechBuddies nor LOCKIUM shows ads.

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