# Launcher with Multiple Widgets vs AdLock

Launcher with Multiple Widgets and AdLock both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Launcher with Multiple Widgets's written reviews are positive against 35% of AdLock's. AdLock's advantage is iOS requirement (15 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Launcher with Multiple Widgets sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and AdLock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Launcher with Multiple Widgets against 4.4 for AdLock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.4K and 2.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Launcher with Multiple Widgets's written reviews are positive against 35% of AdLock's.

Launcher with Multiple Widgets ships an update every 2 months, AdLock every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Launcher with Multiple Widgets | AdLock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launcher-with-multiple-widgets/id905099592/reviews)** | [4.4 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adlock-ad-blocker-and-privacy/id1506604517/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 2.1K |
| Positive reviews | **72.6% of reviews** | 35.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 115 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cromulent Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/769433054) | [Hankuper s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478247057) |

## What reviewers say

### Launcher with Multiple Widgets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launcher-with-multiple-widgets/id905099592)

This app allows extensive customization of your iPhone and iPad home and lock screens with powerful widgets. Access contacts, websites, apps, and perform actions with a single tap. Premium features offer dynamic icon changes, advanced organization, and unlimited widget creation.

**Highlights:** Customizable home and lock screen widgets, One-tap app launching, Contact shortcuts (call, message, email), Website and location shortcuts, Shortcut app integration, Dynamic widget icons (premium), Folders for organization (premium)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Launcher Premium Yearly | $7.99 | per year |
| Launcher Premium Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Buy Greg a Song | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Multiple Widgets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Multiple Widgets | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium Version Discounted | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy Greg a Beer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy Greg Lunch | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Version | $14.99 | one-time |
| Launcher Premium Onetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### AdLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adlock-ad-blocker-and-privacy/id1506604517)

This app removes ads, pop-ups, and trackers across websites and video platforms within Safari. It enhances browsing speed, protects your privacy by blocking tracking scripts, and offers customizable filters for a cleaner, safer online experience.

**Highlights:** Block ads on Safari, Block ads on media sites, Protect your privacy, Safer browsing, Faster page loading, Advanced filters & customization, Whitelist trusted websites

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Week Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Ad blocker Premium Month | $5.99 | per month |
| AdLock 1-Month Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| AdLock 1-Year Subscription | $17.99 | per year |
| Full Ad Block for a Year | $34.99 | per year |
| AdLock LifeTime Plan | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app
- 🚀 Works on YouTube videos in Safari
- 🚀 Prevents ads when looking for files
- 🚀 Converts files for Chromebook
- 🚀 Blocks ads in Safari

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't block ads outside of browser
- 🐛 Stops working after updates
- 🐛 Causes apps to freeze or crash
- 🐛 Disconnects VPN randomly
- 🐛 Doesn't work on all websites and apps

**Reported bugs**

- YouTube ad blocking not working
- Ads still visible on some websites and apps
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
- Inability to use on multiple devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to block ads in more apps
- Improved VPN stability
- Better ad blocking on YouTube
- Ability to share videos to TV


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Launcher with Multiple Widgets free?

Launcher with Multiple Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AdLock free?

AdLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Launcher with Multiple Widgets or AdLock?

Launcher with Multiple Widgets is rated higher. Launcher with Multiple Widgets averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3.4K ratings, while AdLock averages 4.4 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do Launcher with Multiple Widgets or AdLock have ads?

Neither Launcher with Multiple Widgets nor AdLock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Launcher with Multiple Widgets or AdLock?

Launcher with Multiple Widgets ships an update every 2 months, and AdLock every 6 weeks. Most recently, Launcher with Multiple Widgets was updated on November 1, 2026 and AdLock on October 29, 2026.

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