Comparison

Lock On vs Focusly

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

Head to head
About

Lock On

Features
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You have set a screen time limit before. And tapped straight through it. That isn't a willpower problem – a reminder you can easily dismiss was never a limit. Lock On removes the tap-through. Reach your daily limit – and the apps block. Want more time? It costs focus credits at an overtime rate you set in advance, back when you were thinking clearly. WHY THIS ONE HOLDS Screen Time asks nicely, then lets you tap Ignore. Blockers can be switched off the second you want them off. Lock On makes scrolling past your limit cost something real you chose in advance. Tightening your terms takes effect immediately. Loosening them waits 48 hours, so a bad evening can't quietly rewrite the deal. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick your apps – or join a curated challenge in Discover that people are already running. 2. Set one daily limit for all of them combined. 3. Set your overtime rate – what 15 more minutes should cost? 4. Pick a finish line – a week, a month, or your own end date. 5. Lock on! WHAT YOU GET • Daily limits that block, not notifications you swipe away • A pause screen before a distracting app, with your minutes left • Overtime in 15-minute blocks, at the rate you set • Clean days rewards, a streak, and a run that survives a rough day • Calendar history plus daily, monthly, and yearly summaries • Trophies from Bronze to Diamond when you finish a challenge • Alerts as you approach your limit • Locked challenges that can't be paused, loosened, or ended prematurely. WHAT PEOPLE USE IT FOR • Doomscrolling on feeds and short video • Protecting deep work and study sessions • Keeping games and streaming from taking the whole evening • Getting off the phone before bed ABOUT FOCUS CREDITS Credits are your cushion for the days that go sideways. Going up to your limit doesn't take them from you – buying overtime does, and only when you choose to. Earn them on clean days and referrals, or top up for a bigger cushion. Runway shows how much overtime your balance still covers. LOCK ON PRO Lock On Pro is an auto-renewing subscription, available monthly or annually, and new subscribers start with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription or turn off auto-renew in your Apple Account settings. Focus credit packs are one-time purchases and do not renew. Terms of Service: https://lockon.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://lockon.app/privacy-policy

About

Focusly

This app helps you regain focus by blocking distracting applications for a set period. Easily select which apps to disable and start a focus session to concentrate on work, study, or relaxation without interruptions.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Set focus session length
  • Start focus mode quickly
  • Keep selected apps unavailable
  • Customizable app blocking
Features
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"Take back control over your phone usage. The average person spends hours mindlessly scrolling every day. Stop distractions and reclaim your time for work, study, rest and sleep. Block distracting apps and in‑app web content, set focus timers, and build auto‑running routines to stay productive. Our focus score tracks your wellbeing, helping you reduce screen time effortlessly. Key Benefits • Cut daily screen‑time and stop mindless scrolling • Reduce distractions for work, study & deep work • Improve focus, stress relief and better sleep quality • Friendly for users needing focus support including ADHD • Build custom daily routines for work hours, sleep & family time Powerful Features App & In‑App Web Content Blocker Block distracting apps and in‑app web content on custom schedules. Build blocklist & allowlist for work, bedtime or leisure. Focus Timer & Deep Focus Mode One‑tap focus sessions. Deep‑Focus mode prevents you from bypassing blocks for undisturbed deep work. Auto‑Running Rules & Routines Schedule automatic blocking rules. Pre‑built templates for deep work, sleep‑time, lunch break and family moments. Focus Reports & Focus Score Track screen‑time, distracted time and wellness metrics. Compare your progress against your own history. Resist Temptation Add friction to unblock apps. Challenge yourself before disabling blocks to avoid mindless opening. Smart Distraction Alerts Get gentle reminders when you spend too much time on distracting applications. System Integration Support system shortcuts & focus‑mode linkage. Home‑screen widget available. Private & Secure All processing runs locally on your device. Your personal usage data never leaves your phone. Regain your focus and take charge of your digital life today!"

Screenshots

Lock On4 screens
Focusly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Focusly at none against Lock On's 6. Focusly also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support 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. Lock On sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Focusly asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lock On ships an update every 4 months, Focusly every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Lock On versus Focusly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLock OnFocusly
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBinVision Solutions Inc.APTE Ltd

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Lock On

Subscriptions2
  • Pro - Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Pro - Annual$59.991 Year
One-time4
  • 5 Credits$4.99
  • 10 Credits$9.99
  • 25 Credits$24.99
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  • 50 Credits$49.99
None

Focusly

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Lock On free?
Lock On is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focusly free?
Focusly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Lock On or Focusly have ads?
Neither Lock On nor Focusly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Lock On or Focusly?
Lock On ships an update every 4 months, and Focusly every 2 days. Most recently, Lock On was updated on September 12, 2026 and Focusly on September 19, 2026.

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