# Photo Widget + Calendar Widget vs LockWidget

The clearest difference is monetization model: Photo Widget + Calendar Widget at free with in-app purchases against LockWidget's subscription. Photo Widget + Calendar Widget also leads on ads (none vs shown). LockWidget's advantage is review sentiment (56% vs 35%) and ratings volume (28K vs 2.1K). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Photo Widget + Calendar Widget sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and LockWidget sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 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 — 4.4 for Photo Widget + Calendar Widget against 4.5 for LockWidget. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockWidget has 28K ratings behind it against 2.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 35% of Photo Widget + Calendar Widget's written reviews are positive against 56% of LockWidget's.

Photo Widget + Calendar Widget ships an update weekly, LockWidget fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Photo Widget + Calendar Widget | LockWidget |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-widget-plus-calendar-widget/id906958479/reviews) | **[4.5 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockwidget-lockscreen-themes/id1643112111/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.1K | **28K** |
| Positive reviews | 35.2% of reviews | **55.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | — | **#193** |
| Size | 8 MB | 339 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [WayDC](https://appshunter.io/developer/467896239) | [SoCloud Technology Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1517288550) |

## What reviewers say

### Photo Widget + Calendar Widget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-widget-plus-calendar-widget/id906958479)

Create personalized widgets for your device's home screen. Easily design and add custom widgets to enhance your device's functionality and appearance. Future widget additions will be provided at no extra cost.

**Highlights:** Create custom widgets, Add widgets to home screen, Personalize device appearance, Future widget updates free

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Forever | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Customizable widgets
- 🎨 Variety of design options
- 💡 Potential for more widget types

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Widgets not updating correctly
- 🔋 Battery widget not accurate
- 🤔 Limited free options
- 🤯 Confusing instructions

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not showing up on home screen
- Calendar widget displaying incorrect dates
- Clock widget not updating in real-time

**Requested features**

- More widget types (weather, health, etc.)
- Ability to rename widgets
- Better instructions and tutorials
- Improved time/date accuracy


### LockWidget

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockwidget-lockscreen-themes/id1643112111)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Free · Graphics & Design (US App Store)

Personalize your device's lock screen with a wide variety of customizable widgets and HD wallpapers. Add dynamic elements like weather, photos, health trackers, and even interactive pixel pets. Create unique themes and launch apps directly from your lock screen.

**Highlights:** Customizable lock screen widgets, Weather and health tracking widgets, Interactive pixel pet widgets, Couple widgets for anniversaries, Live GIF widgets, App launcher widgets, HD lock screen wallpapers

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Christmas | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Lots of customization options
- 👍 Cute and fun widgets
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Variety of wallpapers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Most features locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Widgets not working properly
- 🐛 Inaccurate battery/weather widgets
- 🐛 Confusing setup process

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not appearing on lock screen
- Freezing/crashing issues
- Redirecting issues when trying to use widgets

**Requested features**

- More free widget options
- Ability to customize widget placements
- Improve widget stability and accuracy
- Add more nature/minimalist wallpaper options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Photo Widget + Calendar Widget free?

Photo Widget + Calendar Widget is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LockWidget free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Photo Widget + Calendar Widget or LockWidget?

LockWidget is rated higher. Photo Widget + Calendar Widget averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while LockWidget averages 4.5 from 28K ratings.

### Do Photo Widget + Calendar Widget or LockWidget have ads?

LockWidget shows ads; Photo Widget + Calendar Widget does not.

### Which is updated more often, Photo Widget + Calendar Widget or LockWidget?

Photo Widget + Calendar Widget ships an update weekly, and LockWidget fortnightly. Most recently, Photo Widget + Calendar Widget was updated on October 29, 2026 and LockWidget on October 31, 2026.

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