Comparison

OnlyLock vs Quiet Time · Screen Lock

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

Head to head
About

OnlyLock

Features
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OnlyLock is a focus tool that truly helps you lock distractions. It does more than remind you to use your phone less. During the time you choose, OnlyLock directly locks distracting apps and websites, helping you reduce repeated checking, endless switching, and mindless scrolling so you can take your time back. Whether you want to get into deep work, stay focused while studying, or simply cut down on social media and short-form video distractions, OnlyLock gives you a more direct and effective way to stay in control. ▶ Take Control of Your Screen Time Reduce wasted screen time and create clearer boundaries for yourself. You can create lock tasks based on a start time, end time, or duration, so the apps and websites that distract you most stay out of the way when you need to focus. ▶ Why OnlyLock - App blocking: lock social media, short-form video, games, or anything that pulls you away from your goals - Website blocking: restrict distracting sites or unwanted web content - Time-based locking: create lock tasks by start time, end time, or duration - Hardcore lock: reduce workarounds and enforce your limits instead of just reminding you - App and website support: cover more sources of distraction in one place - Progress tracking: streaks, timelines, and task states make your consistency visible ▶ Stay Focused and Build Better Habits OnlyLock is not just about using your phone less. It helps you build a more stable rhythm for focus. - Study with fewer interruptions - Work with less switching and distraction - Set clearer boundaries at night - Build more consistent habits through streaks and progress feedback ▶ Insights and Weekly Recaps OnlyLock gives you clear screen time insights so you can see where your time actually goes. - Daily and weekly screen time insights - High-frequency usage statistics - Weekly screen time reports - Weekly trends and focus score recaps ▶ Privacy and Support OnlyLock works with Apple’s Screen Time capabilities. Its locking and analytics features rely on system authorization, and your data is protected by Apple’s privacy framework. Privacy Policy: https://vbin210327-real.github.io/OnlyLock/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Contact: 3196206659@qq.com 「App and website locking and other advanced features, require payment」

About

Quiet Time · Screen Lock

This app provides straightforward control over device usage by allowing you to lock specific apps or categories for set durations. It offers a cycle mode for alternating focus and relaxation periods, ensuring essential system apps remain accessible.

Highlights
  • Set custom screen time durations
  • Lock specific apps or categories
  • Instant screen locking
  • Cycle mode for alternating focus
  • PIN and Face ID protection
  • System apps always available
Features
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Quiet Time gives you simple, flexible control over screen time — without wrestling with Apple's built-in Screen Time settings. Lock distracting apps instantly, then unlock for exactly as long as you choose: anywhere from 15 to 120 minutes. HOW IT WORKS - Choose exactly which apps or categories to lock — Games, Social, Entertainment, or any apps you pick - Tap Lock to restrict your selected apps instantly - Tap Unlock and choose any duration from 15 to 120 minutes - Apps are automatically restricted again the moment time is up - Protected by a PIN only you know, with Face ID as backup if you forget it - See today's total unlocked time at a glance, right on the home screen CYCLE MODE Automatically alternate between screen time and focus locks — no willpower needed. Set your own open and lock intervals, or start from a preset (15/15, 20/15, 25/15, 30/15), then choose how many rounds to run: anywhere from 1 to 10, with 3 as the default. You'll get a quick notification every time a phase ends, so you always know where you stand. Once you've completed your rounds, Quiet Time locks up and stays locked until you're ready to unlock it yourself. WHAT STAYS AVAILABLE System apps like Phone, Messages, Clock, and Maps are never affected, no matter which apps you choose to lock. DESIGNED FOR SIMPLICITY No subscriptions. No accounts. No complicated schedules. Just lock, unlock, and go. Perfect for parents managing kids' screen time, or anyone who wants to step away from distractions. NOTE: Quiet Time requires Screen Time to be turned off in Settings to function properly.

Screenshots

OnlyLock4 screens
Quiet Time · Screen Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

OnlyLock and Quiet Time · Screen Lock are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. OnlyLock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Quiet Time · Screen Lock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OnlyLock ships an update every 3 weeks, Quiet Time · Screen Lock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
OnlyLock versus Quiet Time · Screen Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnlyLockQuiet Time · Screen Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer凡滨 林xuan liu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

OnlyLock

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Access3 Days trial$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$14.99
1 purchases

Quiet Time · Screen Lock

One-time1
  • Cycle Mode$2.99

Questions

Is OnlyLock free?
OnlyLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Quiet Time · Screen Lock free?
Quiet Time · Screen Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do OnlyLock or Quiet Time · Screen Lock have ads?
Neither OnlyLock nor Quiet Time · Screen Lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OnlyLock or Quiet Time · Screen Lock?
OnlyLock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Quiet Time · Screen Lock every 2 weeks. Most recently, OnlyLock was updated on September 16, 2026 and Quiet Time · Screen Lock on September 5, 2026.

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