Comparison

ScanSecurity vs App Lock

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

Head to head
About

ScanSecurity

Features
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Protect your digital life with ScanSecurity, the ultimate all-in-one privacy and security toolkit for your iOS devices! Whether you want to secure your accounts, scan for data breaches, strip hidden data from your photos, or manage your device’s security settings, ScanSecurity has you covered. Understand your device’s vulnerability in seconds and receive actionable guidance to fortify your privacy. **COMPREHENSIVE DEVICE SCANNER** Curious about your device's security status? Our advanced scanner performs real-time checks including Passcode, Biometrics, OS Version, Device Encryption, Auto-Lock, Find My. Get a clear "Security Score" (0–100) on your personalized Dashboard alongside recommendations to patch any vulnerabilities. **ADVANCED TOOLS HUB** Go beyond basic security. ScanSecurity packs powerful privacy tools directly in your pocket: • **Breach Monitor:** Enter your email to instantly check if your data has been compromised in any public data leaks. • **Password Checker:** Evaluate your password strength and securely check if your passwords have ever appeared in k-anonymity breaches. • **Phishing Scanner:** Verify suspicious links before you click to browse safely. • **Wi-Fi Scanner:** Analyze your current network's security level and encryption type on the go. • **Clipboard Guard:** Detect and get alerts if sensitive information like credit card numbers, phone numbers, or emails are lingering in your clipboard. • **Metadata Stripper:** Protect your privacy before you post. Easily strip hidden EXIF and GPS location data from your photos before sharing them online. • **App Permissions Manager:** Get an organized overview of which apps have access to your Camera, Microphone, Location, Contacts, and Photos. **EXPERT SECURITY GUIDES** Learn how to protect your accounts and privacy with our easy-to-follow, step-by-step Security Guides. Cover everything from securing your device to protecting your Apple, Google, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn accounts. Track your reading progress and watch your security score increase as you learn! **PREMIUM FEATURES (PRO)** Upgrade and unlock the ultimate layer of protection! With ScanSecurity PRO, you get: • Completely ad-free experience. • Full access to all Advanced Security Tools (Breach Monitor, Phishing Scanner, Metadata Stripping, etc.). • Unrestricted access to all in-depth Security Guides. **Additional Highlights:** - Sleek, customizable dashboard with real-time haptic feedback and beautiful animations. - Dynamic interface supporting both Dark Mode and Light Mode. - Fully localized in multiple languages (including English and Vietnamese). - Strict privacy: Everything runs safely on your device. We do not track or sell your personal identity data. Don’t leave your personal information at risk! Download ScanSecurity today and take total control over your digital footprint. Privacy Policy: https://scan-security.vercel.app/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://scan-security.vercel.app/terms.html

About

App Lock

This app acts as a privacy guard and app locker for your iPhone or iPad, allowing you to select specific apps to protect with a PIN. It offers flexible rules like category blocking and guest mode, ensuring your device remains secure when shared.

Highlights
  • On-device app locking
  • PIN protection
  • Category and allow-only rules
  • Guest Mode
  • Scheduled protection windows
  • Face ID/Touch ID unlock
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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Lockstead helps limit access to selected apps before you lend your iPhone or iPad. Lockstead is an on-device app lock and privacy guard for the iPhone or iPad you hand to a child, friend, or family member. Choose the apps you want to protect, set a six-digit PIN, and see the current protection status at a glance. Lockstead works without an account, backend server, analytics SDK, or usage-data upload. LOCK AND BLOCK • Lock selected apps to prevent them from launching until you turn protection off. • Use category, allow-only, and Guest Mode rules. • Temporarily allow access and automatically restore protection when time is up. PROTECTION THAT FITS THE MOMENT • Schedule a daily protection window. • Use allow-only mode and category rules. • Start Guest Mode before handing over your device: only chosen apps stay available, all other apps are blocked, and everything restores automatically. • Use Lockstead Shortcuts to strengthen protection. Unlocking always requires authentication inside Lockstead. PRIVATE ACCESS • Protect settings with a six-digit PIN. • Optionally unlock Lockstead with Face ID or Touch ID. PRIVACY BY DESIGN • No account. • No server. • No advertising or analytics SDK. • No usage-data upload. Your PIN and protection configuration stay in the app’s local container on your device. FREE CORE, OPTIONAL VIP Core protection for one selected app is free. VIP adds multi-app management, advanced rules, Guest Mode, app-removal controls, premium themes, and alternate Lockstead icons. Lockstead uses Apple’s Screen Time technologies and requires Screen Time authorization. Family Controls, Managed Settings, and Device Activity are used solely to let users configure and enforce app restrictions on their own devices. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://materialofair.github.io/lockstead-site/privacy.html

Screenshots

ScanSecurity4 screens
App Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: App Lock at none against ScanSecurity's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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. ScanSecurity sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and App Lock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ScanSecurity versus App Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanSecurityApp Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB10 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperDo Tung桥 王

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ScanSecurity

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Annual Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$49.99
3 purchases

App Lock

Subscriptions2
  • Lockstead VIP Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Lockstead VIP Yearly$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lockstead Lifetime VIP$7.99

Questions

Is ScanSecurity free?
ScanSecurity is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is App Lock free?
App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ScanSecurity or App Lock have ads?
ScanSecurity shows ads; App Lock does not.

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