# FocusForge vs On The Lock

The clearest difference is ads: FocusForge at none against On The Lock's shown. FocusForge also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FocusForge sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and On The Lock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | FocusForge | On The Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sitki Bayrak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861377858) | [JayApp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871818325) |

## What reviewers say

### FocusForge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusforge-deep-work-timer/id6759063344)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FocusForge Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| FocusForge Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Focus Forge Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


### On The Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/on-the-lock-lock-screen-memo/id6760257027)

This app allows you to display a single, important note, to-do list, or photo directly on your device's Lock Screen. It offers customization options for text, layout, and background, with features like reminders and iCloud backup.

**Highlights:** Lock Screen memo display, To-do list integration, Photo display on Lock Screen, Customizable layouts and appearance, Reminders and D-day tracking, iCloud backup, Home and Lock Screen widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium (Discount) | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FocusForge free?

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

### Is On The Lock free?

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

### Do FocusForge or On The Lock have ads?

On The Lock shows ads; FocusForge does not.

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