Comparison

LockTimer vs AppKeeper

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” 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 โ€ข Set the time until apps lock โ€ข Set the lock duration โ€ข Choose apps to lock โ€ข Create schedules by weekday and time โ€ข View the remaining lock time โ€ข Check timers with Live Activity โ€ข 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

About

AppKeeper

Features
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AppKeeper helps you understand where your phone time goes and create simple rules for the apps that pull you in most. See today's usage at a glance, check app-by-app activity, and manage selected apps with iOS Screen Time controls. It is built for people who want less automatic scrolling and more intentional time with their phone. Key features: - View today's total app usage - See app-by-app usage rankings - Check hourly usage details - Select apps you want to manage - Create control rules for selected apps - Switch display language in settings Privacy first: AppKeeper does not collect personal information such as contacts, photos, messages, location, browsing history, or account data. Screen Time permission is used only to select apps, read usage duration, and apply the rules you choose. Your settings are stored locally on your device. Take back your time, one app at a time.

Screenshots

LockTimer4 screens
AppKeeper3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AppKeeper at none against LockTimer's 3. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. LockTimer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. AppKeeper asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LockTimer ships an update every 2 days, AppKeeper every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 5 level
LockTimer versus AppKeeper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockTimerAppKeeper
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days โ€” betterEvery 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 โ€” better18.6
Further details โ€” not scored
Size5 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMishima DesignๅŠŸไบฎ ๅผ 

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
None

AppKeeper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LockTimer free?
LockTimer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AppKeeper free?
AppKeeper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LockTimer or AppKeeper have ads?
Neither LockTimer nor AppKeeper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LockTimer or AppKeeper?
LockTimer ships an update every 2 days, and AppKeeper every 4 days. Most recently, LockTimer was updated on September 20, 2026 and AppKeeper on September 17, 2026.

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