Comparison

LockTimer vs HabitLock

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

Head to head
About

LockTimer

Features
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LockTimer lets you choose how long apps remain available and how long they stay locked afterward. Instead of blocking apps immediately, set a limited amount of time to use them first. When time is up, the selected apps lock automatically. Access returns when the lock duration ends. Use it before bed, during breaks, before work, or whenever you want to step away from your phone after using it briefly. How It Works 1. Choose the apps to lock 2. Set the time until lock 3. Set the lock duration and start the timer You can also create schedules that lock apps automatically on selected days and times. Timers take priority while running, and active schedules resume afterward. Features β€’ Set the time until apps lock β€’ Set the lock duration β€’ Choose apps to lock β€’ Create schedules by weekday and time β€’ View the remaining lock time β€’ Check timers with Live Activity β€’ Manage multiple timers and schedules The free version lets you create up to two timers and start one timer per day. Pro removes timer creation and daily start limits and enables schedules. Terms of Use https://apps.mishimadesign.com/locktimer/legal.html#terms-en

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HabitLock

Features
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Lock out distractions and earn your screen time with HabitLock. Choose the distracting apps you want to lock, create meaningful tasks, and decide how much screen time each task earns based on its difficulty. Complete tasks to collect time in the Bank, then spend those minutes to intentionally unlock your apps. Free access includes up to four daily tasks and one protected app. HabitLock Full Access unlocks unlimited tasks, daily streaks, recurring tasks and reminders, multiple protected apps, and complete Time Saved history for $0.99/month in the U.S. There is no free trial. With HabitLock, the loop stays simple: β€’ Lock the apps that distract you β€’ Complete tasks that move you forward β€’ Earn intentional screen time β€’ Build better habits one day at a time HabitLock uses Apple’s Screen Time frameworks and requires Screen Time permission for app locking and unlocking. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

LockTimer4 screens
HabitLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: LockTimer at every 2 days against HabitLock's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. LockTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and HabitLock sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LockTimer ships an update every 2 days, HabitLock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
LockTimer versus HabitLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockTimerHabitLock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days β€” betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size5 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMishima DesignJacob Hinson

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LockTimer

Subscriptions2
  • LockTimer Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • LockTimer Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • LockTimer Pro Lifetime$99.99
1 purchases

HabitLock

Subscriptions1
  • HabitLock Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month

Questions

Is LockTimer free?
LockTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HabitLock free?
HabitLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LockTimer or HabitLock have ads?
Neither LockTimer nor HabitLock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LockTimer or HabitLock?
LockTimer ships an update every 2 days, and HabitLock every 2 weeks. Most recently, LockTimer was updated on September 20, 2026 and HabitLock on September 21, 2026.

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