# Launcher with Multiple Widgets vs App Lock

The clearest difference is monetization model: Launcher with Multiple Widgets at freemium against App Lock's subscription. Launcher with Multiple Widgets also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (73% vs 58%). App Lock's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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 App Lock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 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 App Lock. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.4K and 5.2K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Launcher with Multiple Widgets's written reviews are positive against 58% of App Lock's.

Launcher with Multiple Widgets ships an update every 2 months, App Lock fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Launcher with Multiple Widgets | App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/launcher-with-multiple-widgets/id905099592/reviews) | [4.5 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock/id6448239603/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.6% of reviews** | 57.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 115 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cromulent Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/769433054) | [Lilucat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676061700) |

## 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 |


### App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock/id6448239603)

Secure your sensitive applications and personal data with this privacy tool. Easily lock any app to prevent unauthorized access and keep your information out of sight from prying eyes. Enjoy enhanced device security and peace of mind.

**Highlights:** Lock any application, Hide sensitive apps, Block websites, Intuitive interface, Prevent unauthorized access, Enhance device privacy

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock | $4.99 | per month |
| App Lock | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock | $14.99 | per year |
| App Locker for iPhone | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful app
- 🔒 Provides app security
- 🔒 Locks apps with Face ID/Touch ID/PIN
- 👍 Great for keeping private information secure
- 👍 Useful for parents to restrict child access

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Home screen layout gets scrambled when app is turned off
- 🐛 App Blocker resets widget stacks
- 💰 Aggressive subscription push
- 🔒 Locked apps only unlocked for a limited time
- 🐛 Doesn't persist app blocking across phone restarts

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons at the bottom of the screen are inaccessible on some devices
- Prompts are not legible with larger font settings
- Locked apps can still be accessed by restarting the phone

**Requested features**

- Allow concealing the app locker
- Add scheduling/time-based locking
- Provide separate unlock code from phone passcode
- Improve usability when Dynamic Island is in use


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Launcher with Multiple Widgets free?

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

### Is App Lock free?

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

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

Launcher with Multiple Widgets and App Lock are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3.4K and 5.2K ratings respectively.

### Do Launcher with Multiple Widgets or App Lock have ads?

App Lock shows ads; Launcher with Multiple Widgets does not.

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

Launcher with Multiple Widgets ships an update every 2 months, and App Lock fortnightly. Most recently, Launcher with Multiple Widgets was updated on September 24, 2026 and App Lock on September 20, 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.*