# iProtect Free vs App Lock

The clearest difference is rating: App Lock at 4.5 against iProtect Free's 2.5. App Lock also leads on review sentiment (43% vs 13%) and ratings volume (25K vs 22). iProtect Free's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. iProtect Free asks for nothing beyond the download.

App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock has 25K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of iProtect Free's written reviews are positive against 43% of App Lock's.

iProtect Free ships an update fortnightly, App Lock monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iProtect Free | App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iprotect-free/id942400522/reviews) | **[4.5 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-lock-apps-and-photos/id1569973513/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **25K** |
| Positive reviews | 12.8% of reviews | **43.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 153 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tu Anh Do](https://appshunter.io/developer/738947045) | [Muhammet Yalcın Ozdemir Halil Ibrahim Karahan Mustafa Ayten Kupertino Bilisim Yazılım K.S](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788511975) |

## What reviewers say

### iProtect Free

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iprotect-free/id942400522)

Securely store sensitive data and log into websites with a single tap. This app eliminates the need to remember multiple usernames and passwords. Organize information with categories, folders, and custom templates.

**Highlights:** Offline data protection, Password lock, Customizable templates, Folder and subfolder organization, Integrated search, Tap to copy fields

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-lock-apps-and-photos/id1569973513)

Secure your digital life by locking access to individual apps and hiding private photos and videos. Utilize passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID for robust protection and a personal digital safe.

**Highlights:** App lock with passcode, Face ID, Touch ID, Hide photos and videos in a private vault, Biometric authentication for app access, Secure sensitive apps like social media and banking, Intuitive and easy-to-use interface

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Hide Photos | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| AppLock | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Special Offer | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Quarterly Premium | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly $39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| Hide Apps | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $9.99 | one-time |
| Photo Locker | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Privacy protection
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient locking mechanism
- 🔒 Secure app locking

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid subscription required
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🚫 Limited app locking functionality
- 🔍 Lack of transparency

**Reported bugs**

- App not found error
- Freezing on loading screen
- Subscription issues
- Inconsistent locking behavior

**Requested features**

- Ability to lock more apps
- Passcode protection for app deletion
- Improved user interface
- Free trial option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iProtect Free free?

iProtect Free is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is App Lock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iProtect Free or App Lock?

App Lock is rated higher. iProtect Free averages 2.5 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while App Lock averages 4.5 from 25K ratings.

### Do iProtect Free or App Lock have ads?

App Lock shows ads; iProtect Free does not.

### Which is updated more often, iProtect Free or App Lock?

iProtect Free ships an update fortnightly, and App Lock monthly. Most recently, iProtect Free was updated on October 25, 2026 and App Lock on October 27, 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.*