Comparison

JoinForce vs LockedIn

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

Head to head
About

JoinForce

Features
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JoinForce — the to-do list you share. Most task apps are built for one person. Real life isn't. Groceries, chores, school runs, trips, weekend projects — they belong to a household, a couple, a family, or a group of friends. JoinForce gives you one shared space where everyone sees what needs to be done, who's doing it, and what's already handled. It's a shared to-do list, grocery list, and chore tracker rolled into one — made for groups, not solo users. CREATE GROUPS, NOT JUST LISTS - Make a group for your family, your flat, your trip or your crew - Invite people with one shareable link - Everyone sees the same tasks, updated live GET THINGS DONE TOGETHER - Add tasks in seconds and assign them to anyone - Set deadlines so nothing slips through the cracks - Check things off and watch the list shrink together - Real-time sync: changes appear on everyone's phone instantly - Push notifications keep the whole group in the loop WORKS ON THE WEB TOO Start on your phone, then pick up where you left off in your browser at joinforce.net. Same account, same groups, always in sync. GO PREMIUM (optional) One subscription upgrades your whole account: - Calendar view of every deadline - Custom lists and home-screen widgets - Subtasks, comments and favorites - Deadline push reminders - Offline mode - Unlimited groups - No ads PRIVATE BY DESIGN - Your data is stored in the EU and handled under the GDPR - We never sell your personal data - The free plan is ad-supported. Premium removes ads entirely PERFECT FOR - Families organizing the household - Couples splitting errands and the grocery list - Roommates managing chores and bills - Friends planning trips and events - Teams keeping shared projects on track - Anyone tired of "I thought you were doing it" JoinForce Premium is an auto-renewing subscription, available monthly or yearly. The exact price is shown in the app before you confirm. - Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. - The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the period ends. - Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://joinforce.net/terms Privacy Policy: https://joinforce.net/privacy

About

LockedIn

This app provides a shared calendar for couples to synchronize schedules, plan events, and manage tasks together. It helps partners stay organized, connected, and balanced by centralizing important dates and responsibilities.

Highlights
  • Shared calendar view
  • Event and task creation
  • Reminders and notifications
  • Collaborative planning
  • Task and responsibility sharing
  • Relationship-focused design
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LockedIn is the couples calendar made for real life and for the life you are building together. No more digging through old texts or asking, “What time was that again?” LockedIn gives you and your partner one shared place for schedules, date nights, appointments, tasks, and the moments that matter most. --STAY IN SYNC-- See everything you have coming up in one clear, shared calendar, so neither of you feels out of the loop. --PLAN TOGETHER-- Create events, add the important details, set reminders, and make plans without the endless back-and-forth. --MAKE TIME FOR EACH OTHER-- Life gets busy. LockedIn helps you protect time for date nights, trips, anniversaries, appointments, and the everyday moments that keep you connected. --SHARE THE MENTAL LOAD-- Keep tasks and responsibilities visible, so one person is not left carrying all the planning. Organizing life together can feel simpler, clearer, and more balanced. --BUILT FOR TWO-- LockedIn is designed around your relationship—not a crowded group calendar filled with schedules that have nothing to do with the two of you. Whether you live together, work opposite schedules, or are loving each other from a distance, LockedIn helps you feel more organized, more connected, and more present in each other’s lives. LockIn and start planning the life you are building together. Privacy Policy: https://www.handymanofsoftware.com/apps/lockedin/privacy EULA: https://www.handymanofsoftware.com/apps/lockedin/eula

Screenshots

JoinForce4 screens
LockedIn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LockedIn at none against JoinForce's 2. LockedIn also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, 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. JoinForce sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. LockedIn asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JoinForce ships an update fortnightly, LockedIn every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
JoinForce versus LockedIn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJoinForceLockedIn
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB91 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperD & L SERVISS SIANicholas Mason

In-app purchases

2 purchases

JoinForce

Subscriptions2
  • JoinForce Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • JoinForce Yearly Premium$44.991 Year
None

LockedIn

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JoinForce free?
JoinForce is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LockedIn free?
LockedIn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do JoinForce or LockedIn have ads?
JoinForce shows ads; LockedIn does not.
Which is updated more often, JoinForce or LockedIn?
JoinForce ships an update fortnightly, and LockedIn every 4 days. Most recently, JoinForce was updated on October 24, 2026 and LockedIn on October 23, 2026.

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