Comparison

LingoLock vs UnLexa

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

Head to head
About

LingoLock

This app helps you manage screen time by requiring you to learn vocabulary before accessing blocked applications. Earn minutes of usage by correctly answering translation questions, turning passive scrolling into active learning.

Highlights
  • Block chosen apps
  • Learn vocabulary to unlock apps
  • Earn screen time per correct word
  • Spaced repetition learning
  • Track progress (time bank, streaks, words mastered)
  • Supports 7 languages
Features
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1 word = 1 minute of scrolling. Block your apps, learn vocabulary to unlock them. Fix your brainrot by earning every scroll. That's it. LingoLock blocks the apps you choose. Instagram, TikTok, X, whatever distracts you. Want to open them? Learn a word first. Every word you get right gives you 1 minute of screen time. Spend your earned minutes, scroll freely, and come back to learn more when time runs out. No willpower needed. Just a simple deal. Learn a word, earn a minute. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a language you want to learn 2. Block the apps that waste your time 3. Open a blocked app and LingoLock's shield appears 4. Start a session. 10 words, pick the right translation from 4 options 5. Every correct answer = 1 minute added to your time bank 6. Spend 5, 10, 15, or 30 minutes on your favorite apps 7. Time's up? Learn more, scroll more. YOUR TIME BANK Your screen time is a currency. See your balance on the home screen. Earn it word by word, spend it scroll by scroll. Choose how much time to spend and LingoLock temporarily unlocks your apps. When time runs out, the shield comes back. LEARN A LANGUAGE WITHOUT A TEXTBOOK LingoLock uses spaced repetition, a proven method that makes words stick. Here's how: - Get a word wrong? It comes back until you know it - Get a word right 3 times in a row? It's mastered - LingoLock adapts to your level. Words get harder as you improve - Short sessions, real progress. 10 words at a time, whenever you want You'll build real vocabulary just by earning your daily scroll. 7 LANGUAGES Learn English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish, and Ukrainian. More languages coming soon. THE LINGOLOCK SHIELD Every time you try to open a blocked app, LingoLock's shield shows up right on top. It shows your current time bank balance and gives you two choices. Start learning or spend your earned time. You're always one tap away from either. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS - Time bank balance. See exactly how many minutes you've earned - Daily streak. Keep it going, day after day - Words mastered. Watch your vocabulary grow - Today's progress. See how many words you've learned today BUILT DIFFERENT LingoLock isn't a focus timer or another screen time blocker. It's a deal with yourself. The more you learn, the more you get to scroll. You're not punishing yourself with willpower. You're investing in yourself. Every minute of scrolling is a minute you earned by learning a language. Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone tired of doomscrolling who wants something to show for their screen time. SUBSCRIPTION LingoLock requires an active subscription to access full features. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://lingolock.vercel.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://lingolock.vercel.app/terms Start with one word. Earn your first minute.

About

UnLexa

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UnLexa is a language learning app that connects vocabulary practice with better screen habits. Learn new words in short quests, review them with quizzes, earn XP, and reach your daily goal. You can also choose distracting apps and let UnLexa lock them after your study time begins. Once you complete your XP goal, your apps unlock again. With UnLexa, you can: • Study vocabulary in English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Thai, Russian, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, and Turkish • Start with a personalized vocabulary list based on your goals • Learn through flashcards, multiple-choice quizzes, and writing questions • Understand words with examples, pronunciation, parts of speech, and definitions • Review at the right time with spaced repetition • Stay motivated with daily XP goals, streaks, and levels • Limit selected apps and websites with Screen Time to protect your focus • Track learned words, reviews, and study time in weekly reports • Check your XP goal and app lock status from the Home Screen widget UnLexa helps turn “I’ll study later” into a small action you can complete today. Each quest moves your vocabulary forward, and your daily goal gives focus a clear reward. Make language learning more visible, measurable, and harder to postpone. Learn one more word today with UnLexa.

Screenshots

LingoLock4 screens
UnLexa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: UnLexa at every 5 days against LingoLock's monthly. 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. LingoLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and UnLexa sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LingoLock ships an update monthly, UnLexa every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LingoLock versus UnLexa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLingoLockUnLexa
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB194 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMaksymilian MogilskiOgun Birinci

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LingoLock

Subscriptions3
  • PRO ACCESS (Weekly)$7.997 Days
  • PRO ACCESS (Annually)$29.991 Year
  • PRO ACCESS (Annually)7 Days trial$59.991 Year
3 purchases

UnLexa

Subscriptions3
  • Unlimited Access - Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access - Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access - Annual$89.991 Year

Questions

Is LingoLock free?
LingoLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is UnLexa free?
UnLexa is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LingoLock or UnLexa have ads?
Neither LingoLock nor UnLexa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LingoLock or UnLexa?
LingoLock ships an update monthly, and UnLexa every 5 days. Most recently, LingoLock was updated on October 24, 2026 and UnLexa on October 24, 2026.

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