# Launcher with Multiple Widgets vs Lock Screen 27

The clearest difference is ads: Launcher with Multiple Widgets at none against Lock Screen 27's shown. Launcher with Multiple Widgets also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Lock Screen 27's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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 Lock Screen 27 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 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 4.5 for Lock Screen 27. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.4K and 7.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Launcher with Multiple Widgets's written reviews are positive against 71% of Lock Screen 27's.

Launcher with Multiple Widgets ships an update every 2 months, Lock Screen 27 fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Launcher with Multiple Widgets | Lock Screen 27 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launcher-with-multiple-widgets/id905099592/reviews) | [4.5 (7.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-screen-27-top-widgets/id1641143233/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K | **7.8K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.6% of reviews** | 71.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 115 MB | 231 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cromulent Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/769433054) | [Appchi LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716729189) |

## 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 |


### Lock Screen 27

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-screen-27-top-widgets/id1641143233)

Personalize your device's lock screen with custom text, emojis, app shortcuts, and contact links. Access your favorite websites and apps directly from your lock screen. Choose from a variety of icon packs and wallpapers to create a unique look.

**Highlights:** Custom text and emoji, Website and app shortcuts, Contact shortcuts, Icon packs, Wallpapers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Widget & Aesthetic Wallpapers | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| One Year Access | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing
- 👍 Very good
- 💕 Cute
- 🌟 Unique
- 🔓 Solid App

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 💰 Too expensive
- 🚫 Useless Application
- 🔒 Free to subscription model
- 🔧 Buggy app

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not working
- Shortcuts not functioning properly
- Wallpaper selection issues
- Blank icons
- Transition issues when opening shortcuts

**Requested features**

- More aesthetic wallpapers
- Shortcut widgets
- Custom app icons for widgets
- Larger text size
- More than 2 apps per Lock Screen


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Launcher with Multiple Widgets free?

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

### Is Lock Screen 27 free?

Lock Screen 27 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Launcher with Multiple Widgets or Lock Screen 27?

Launcher with Multiple Widgets and Lock Screen 27 are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3.4K and 7.8K ratings respectively.

### Do Launcher with Multiple Widgets or Lock Screen 27 have ads?

Lock Screen 27 shows ads; Launcher with Multiple Widgets does not.

### Which is updated more often, Launcher with Multiple Widgets or Lock Screen 27?

Launcher with Multiple Widgets ships an update every 2 months, and Lock Screen 27 fortnightly. Most recently, Launcher with Multiple Widgets was updated on October 17, 2026 and Lock Screen 27 on October 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*