Comparison

PlainLock vs FootPoint

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

Head to head
About

PlainLock

Features
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PlainLock is a deliberately simple screen-time self-control tool. TWO WAYS TO SET A LIMIT β€’ Schedule blocks: choose days and times, then the selected apps are blocked. β€’ Daily limits: after the minutes you set are used, the apps stay blocked until tomorrow. β€’ Shared group limits: put distracting apps in one group so switching apps cannot bypass the limit. β€’ Group app limit: each group supports up to 50 apps, with a clear message when the limit is exceeded. β€’ Cooling-off period: when you really need temporary access, wait 5 seconds, then unlock for the short duration you chose. LANGUAGES β€’ Available in Traditional Chinese, English, Japanese, and Spanish. READ BEFORE YOU BUY β€’ One purchase. No subscription. No in-app purchases. β€’ Every rule stays on your device. The app makes no network requests and collects no app data. β€’ This is a self-control tool, not a security tool. You can always remove restrictions by disabling its Screen Time permission in Settings. β€’ Applying or clearing a block depends on iOS scheduling and can take one to two minutes. β€’ Requires iOS 17.0 or later. Only iOS versions tested at release are supported; future compatibility and continuing updates are not guaranteed.

About

FootPoint

Features
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FootPoint turns field photos into location-linked records ready to review, share, and submit. When field photos pile up, it is hard to recall where they were taken, what they show, or their construction stage. FootPoint records location, camera direction, date and time, and an associated point for each photo. β–  Simple Field Workflow Create a project, add map points, or start taking photos. Set areas, trades, and construction stages, then organize records and export reports. β–  Organize by Project and Point Keep work photos separate from personal photos. Use quick-entry fields for Location, Area No., Position, Trade, Construction Stage, and Framing to avoid repetitive entry. β–  Location and Camera Direction Record where each photo was taken and camera direction, with GPS positioning accuracy for reference. β–  Coordinate Systems by Region WGS84 latitude/longitude work worldwide. Outside the regions below, only WGS84 is available. β€’ Taiwan: TWD97/TWD67, TM2 zones 121 and 119; outlying islands automatically use zone 119. β€’ Japan: JGD2011 Plane Rectangular Coordinate Systems I–XIX and JGD2011 latitude/longitude, covering Japan. The app recommends the nearest system by location. β€’ Australia: GDA2020 / MGA zones 46–59 and GDA2020 latitude/longitude, covering the mainland, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, and the Norfolk Island area. β€’ New Zealand: NZTM2000, Chatham Islands TM2000, and NZGD2000 latitude/longitude, covering New Zealand and the Chatham Islands. β€’ Great Britain: British National Grid (OSGB36) using official OSTN15 grid transformations, covering England, Wales, and Scotlandβ€”not Northern Ireland. Each point uses coordinates suited to its location, including in photo watermarks, PDF reports, and exports. The app recommends systems by current country, with manual choice in Settings β€Ί Coordinate Format. Conversion accuracy is separate from GPS accuracy. β–  Review on the Map View points, photos, and shooting directions on the map. β–  Reports and Exports Create four PDF reports: Complete, Concise, Measurement, and Site Inspection. Select contents and add a company logo or cover photo. Export CSV, KML, KMZ, GeoJSON, and TXT for CAD/GIS workflows. Photo packages support original photos, a classic date stamp, and Site info watermarks. The Full ZIP Package backs up and restores data. β–  Import Points from CSV Choose the source coordinate system and column order, including name-first layouts. Preview converted locations and skipped rows before importing. β–  Capture on iPhone, Organize on iPad Record points and photos on iPhone. Organize records, review photos, and create reports on iPad. β–  Three Languages Available in Japanese, English, and Traditional Chinese. PDF reports use the selected app language. β–  Built for Fieldwork Easy-to-tap controls designed for one-handed use. Record with limited connectivity, add locations later, and keep photos without coordinates. β–  Your Data, Your Control No account is required, and FootPoint does not automatically upload data to its own servers. Optional iCloud sync stores data in your iCloud account and syncs it between iPhone and iPad. With sync off, data stays on your device. Sharing exports or opening an external navigation app may pass location and other information to the destination. β–  7-Day Free Trial and One-Time Pro Purchase Try all features free for 7 days. After the trial, you can still view, edit, and export existing records. Pro is required to create new projects, points, or photos. Pro is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Site info watermarks (concise and detailed) are Pro features; original photos and the classic date stamp can still be exported after the trial. β€” Developed by Logua Studio. For official surveying deliverables, follow appropriate surveying procedures and verify results against established control points.

Screenshots

PlainLock4 screens
FootPoint4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FootPoint at Free against PlainLock's $2.99. PlainLock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

FootPoint is free to download; PlainLock costs $2.99 up front. FootPoint sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PlainLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PlainLock ships an update every 5 days, FootPoint every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
PlainLock versus FootPoint: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPlainLockFootPoint
Price$2.99Free β€” better
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChang Jhih YehKairong Liou

In-app purchases

None

PlainLock

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

FootPoint

One-time1
  • Pro$11.99

Questions

Is PlainLock free?
PlainLock costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is FootPoint free?
FootPoint is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PlainLock or FootPoint have ads?
Neither PlainLock nor FootPoint shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PlainLock or FootPoint?
PlainLock ships an update every 5 days, and FootPoint every 4 days. Most recently, PlainLock was updated on October 25, 2026 and FootPoint on October 31, 2026.

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