Locky vs Taskwall
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Locky
This app locks distracting applications until you complete real-world tasks. Prove completion with a photo, and earn back your screen time. It's designed to build habits and provide accountability beyond simple timers.
- Lock any app behind real-world tasks
- AI-powered photo verification
- Customizable daily tasks
- Works with Apple Screen Time
- Simple setup
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Your apps won't unlock until you get things done. Locky locks your most distracting apps — Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more — behind real-world tasks that you set. Want to scroll? Make your bed first. Want to check social media? Do 10 pushups. Complete the task, snap a photo to prove it, and your apps unlock. Simple. No more "just five more minutes" that turns into an hour. Locky gives you the accountability that screen time limits and app blockers can't, because you actually have to DO something to earn your screen time back. HOW IT WORKS Set your tasks: Choose what you need to get done each day. Make your bed. Go for a walk. Do the dishes. Read for 10 minutes. Whatever matters to you. Pick your locked apps: Select the apps that steal your focus. Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, YouTube, games. Locky blocks them until your tasks are complete. Do the work: When you try to open a locked app, Locky reminds you what needs to get done first. Complete a task and take a photo to verify it. Earn your screen time: Once your tasks are done, your apps unlock for the rest of the day. You earned it. WHY LOCKY IS DIFFERENT Other screen time apps set timers, Locky sets tasks. Timers are easy to ignore or override while tasks give you something real to accomplish before you get your screen time. Locky wants you to have as much screen time as you want - just only after you've done the dishes. Locky uses AI to verify your task photos, so no cheating. Did you actually make your bed, or did you just take a photo of your wall? Locky knows. BUILT FOR REAL PEOPLE Whether you have ADHD and need structure, you're trying to cut your screen time, or you just want to stop doomscrolling before breakfast, Locky turns your phone from a distraction into a motivation tool. Tasks reset daily, so every morning is a fresh start. Set three tasks, lock your apps, and build the kind of routine you've always wanted. FEATURES - Lock any app behind real-world tasks - AI-powered photo verification (no cheating) - Customizable daily tasks that reset each day - Fun, encouraging (and sometimes sassy) feedback - Works with Apple Screen Time for real app blocking - Simple setup in under 2 minutes SUBSCRIPTION Locky has both a free and pro option. Locky pro unlocks unlimited tasks and premium features. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use: https://thelocky.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://thelocky.app/privacy/
Taskwall
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Are you tired of screen time apps that simply don't work? We've all been there. You set a time limit, only to hit "Ignore." You try an app that makes you wait 10 seconds, but your brain quickly builds muscle memory, and soon you're mindlessly staring at the delay screen just to get back to doomscrolling. Cold-turkey blockers are too extreme, leaving you frustrated and eventually deleting the app. It’s time to End the Cycle of Procrastination. Welcome to the ultimate task-gated app blocker. We don't just lock your phone; we rewire your brain’s reward system. Instead of fighting your dopamine cravings, you will use them to your advantage. Your favorite distracting apps remain firmly locked until you finish your real-world tasks. Earn Your Scrolling. Don’t just wait—take action. Add your daily goals to the built-in To-Do list. Whether it’s "Prep lunch for tomorrow," "Study for 30 minutes," or "Finish the Q3 Marketing Proposal," you must physically check off your tasks to unlock your apps. By turning social media and short-form videos into a well-deserved reward, you transform toxic doomscrolling into extreme productivity. LIFE-CHANGING FEATURES - Task-Gated Unblocking (To-Do to Unlock) The most foolproof way to stop procrastinating. Select the apps you want to block (Instagram, TikTok, Games, Safari) and they will stay locked under a secure shield. The only key to unlocking them? Finishing the tasks on your Today list. - Seamless Built-in To-Do Manager No need to link complex third-party apps. Our beautifully designed, minimalist task manager lets you add routines, work tasks, and daily chores in seconds. Supercharge your productivity without the cluttered interface of other productivity tools. - Unbreakable Strict Mode Do you struggle with a lack of self-control? Once a task-blocking session begins, you cannot bypass it, change the settings, or delete your way out of it. You have to put in the work to get the reward. - Perfect for ADHD & Dopamine Detox Designed with neurodivergent minds in mind. If you suffer from time blindness or executive dysfunction, our app provides the immediate, tangible friction required to snap you out of autopilot and refocus your attention on what truly matters. - Category & Custom App Selection Target specifically what distracts you. Block your biggest time-wasters while leaving essential utility apps (like Maps, Phone, or Spotify) completely accessible. 100% PRIVATE & SECURE Your data belongs to you. We utilize Apple’s official Screen Time API to ensure the highest level of privacy and system stability. All blocking occurs locally on your device. We do not track the websites you visit, nor do we see the content of your apps. No crashes, no bricking, no data harvesting. WHO IS THIS FOR? Chronic procrastinators who constantly say "just 5 more minutes." Students and professionals desperate to reclaim hours of deep focus. Anyone looking to practice digital minimalism without giving up their favorite apps entirely. Individuals with ADHD looking for a functional, reward-based habit tracker. Stop letting your phone control your life. Download now, finish your tasks, and experience the incredible satisfaction of truly earning your screen time! --------- Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. Terms of Use: https://origamistudio.xyz/taskwall/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://origamistudio.xyz/taskwall/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Locky at 17.0 against Taskwall's 26.0. 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
Both are free to download. Locky sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Taskwall sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Locky | Taskwall |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Radical Sloth | OrigamiStudio |
In-app purchases
Locky
- Locky Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
- Locky Pro - Annual$59.991 Year
Taskwall
- Pro7 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Pro7 Days trial$34.991 Year









