Comparison

Rock Lock vs Binky Block

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

Head to head
About

Rock Lock

Features
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Rock Lock helps you lock your apps so you can actually focus. Set a duration, choose which apps to block, and Rock Lock takes care of the rest. LOCK IN A TAP Pick your apps and a duration, then hit Lock Now. Rock Lock uses Apple's Screen Time technology to block your selected apps instantly. Selected apps stay blocked until your session ends. BLOCK EVERYTHING OR JUST THE BAD STUFF Toggle "Lock all apps" to block every app at once, or hand-pick exactly which apps and categories get blocked during your session. You decide how strict to be. LIVE ACTIVITY WIDGET See your remaining focus time right on your Dynamic Island or Lock Screen - no need to open the app. Your countdown is always visible, always ticking. SCHEDULED SESSIONS Set recurring lock sessions that fire automatically - block social media every morning, or lock down every evening after dinner. Rock Lock runs even when you forget. SESSION HISTORY Every completed session is logged so you can see exactly how much distraction-free time you've earned. See your focus minutes add up over time. NO ADS. PRIVATE BY DESIGN. Rock Lock doesn't analyze your app usage or show ads. Your app selections and session history stay on your device. What you lock is your business.

About

Binky Block

This app helps you block distracting applications by engaging you in a negotiation with a virtual coach. Instead of a hard block, you explain why you need access, leading to more intentional usage and better focus.

Highlights
  • Negotiate app access with a virtual coach
  • Block distracting applications
  • Set custom schedules for app blocking
  • Track focus wins and slip-ups
  • Engage 'Touch Grass' mode for real-world activities
  • Choose from five coaching styles
Features
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Block distractions. Get things done. Live your life. Binky Block is the app blocker that actually negotiates with you. Most blockers slam the door and lean on willpower you've already run out of. Binky doesn't. When you reach for a blocked app, you don't hit a brick wall — you hit Binky, a baby chimpanzee focus coach who asks one simple question: "What are you actually opening it for?" Make your case. Sometimes he caves. Sometimes he roasts you. Either way, you think before you scroll. HOW THE NEGOTIATION WORKS 1. You tap a blocked app. Binky pops up instead — no countdown, no shame. 2. You make your case. "Just 5 minutes" works on a wall. It doesn't always work on Binky. 3. You win, lose, or learn. Granted: a few minutes back. Denied: try again later. Either way, you moved with intent. WHAT YOU GET - Block the apps that eat your day, from TikTok and Instagram to anything else that keeps pulling you back. - Schedules that stick. Lock yourself out during mornings, work hours, or after midnight — before your willpower bails. - Negotiate to unlock. Talk to Binky instead of mindlessly tapping past a timer. - Honest stats. Wins, slip-ups, and streaks. Just the facts, no shame attached. - Touch Grass mode. Binky suggests something better: a book, water, a walk, your group chat. - Five coaching styles. Pick the Binky that actually gets through to you. WHO IT'S FOR If you've tried screen-time limits, grayscale, and raw willpower and you're still doomscrolling at midnight, Binky Block is built for you. Great for focus, studying, working from home, ADHD brains, and anyone trying to break a phone habit for good. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Binky Block uses Apple's Screen Time (Family Controls) framework, which means we literally cannot see which apps you block. We don't sell your data, and we never show ads. Ever. PRICING Start with a 7-day free trial on any subscription. A free plan is always available with one blocked app. Paid plans unlock unlimited blocked apps, all five coaching styles, full stats, and Touch Grass mode. Subscriptions auto-renew until canceled. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://binkyblock.app/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://binkyblock.app/terms Download Binky Block and take your time back, twin.

Screenshots

Rock Lock4 screens
Binky Block4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Binky Block at weekly against Rock Lock's fortnightly. 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. Rock Lock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Binky Block 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

Rock Lock ships an update fortnightly, Binky Block weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Rock Lock versus Binky Block: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRock LockBinky Block
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRon YahavPopview LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rock Lock

One-time1
  • Rock Lock Pro2 variants$2.99
3 purchases

Binky Block

Subscriptions3
  • Binky Block Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Binky Block Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Binky Block Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Rock Lock free?
Rock Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Binky Block free?
Binky Block is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rock Lock or Binky Block have ads?
Neither Rock Lock nor Binky Block shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rock Lock or Binky Block?
Rock Lock ships an update fortnightly, and Binky Block weekly. Most recently, Rock Lock was updated on October 20, 2026 and Binky Block on October 7, 2026.

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