Comparison

Rock Lock vs LockBuddy

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

LockBuddy

This app helps you enforce your own Screen Time limits by locking distracting applications. It allows you to set daily limits, create strict lock days, and even designate a trusted person as a Guardian for added accountability. It's designed for adults seeking fewer loopholes in managing their digital habits.

Highlights
  • Per-app daily limits
  • Strict lock for no-change days
  • Local Guardian Code for protected edits
  • Break passes for emergencies
  • Shareable unlock request messages
  • Local event log
Features
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LockBuddy helps you protect your own Screen Time rules when willpower is not enough. Choose distracting apps, set daily limits, and let iPhone shield those apps when their time is up. For stronger accountability, add a trusted person as your Guardian and let them hold the local Guardian Code for sensitive changes. LockBuddy is built for adults who want fewer loopholes: - Per-app daily limits - Strict Lock for no-change days - Local Guardian Code for protected edits - Break passes for limited emergencies - Shareable unlock request messages - Shareable local event log - No account required - No backend required LockBuddy uses Apple's Screen Time frameworks. App selections are private system tokens, and your settings stay on your device.

Screenshots

Rock Lock4 screens
LockBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LockBuddy at none against Rock Lock's 2. 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. Rock Lock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LockBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Rock Lock versus LockBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRock LockLockBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRon YahavKRISHNA PINNAMANENI

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rock Lock

One-time1
  • Rock Lock Pro2 variants$2.99
None

LockBuddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rock Lock free?
Rock Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LockBuddy free?
LockBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rock Lock or LockBuddy have ads?
Neither Rock Lock nor LockBuddy shows ads.

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