Comparison

iProtect Free vs App Lock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iProtect Free

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
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iProtect can securely store your important information and can automatically log you into websites with a single tap. There's no need to remember the usernames, passwords, or even the website addresses. FEATURES: • All protection mechanism is offline on your device only • Support Password Lock • Many standard templates for fast data entry with the ability to create or edit custom templates with unlimited fields and the default templates can be reset • Support Categories, Folders & Subfolders for better file organization and you can select a template for any folder to create records as fast as possible • Many icons to personalize your records • Tap field to copy • Integrated search

About

App Lock

Secure your personal privacy by locking any app with a password. This app also offers parental controls to monitor child's phone activity, prevent app deletion, and restrict new installations. Enhance your device's security by restricting account and password changes.

Highlights
  • App Lock
  • Password Lock
  • Parental Controls
  • Prevent App Deletion
  • Disable New App Installation
  • Restrict Account Changes
Features
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Are you concerned about the potential leakage of your personal privacy? Do you want to monitor your child's phone activities at any time? This application can provide assistance for you! FEATURES - App Lock: Lock any app to protect your privacy. - Password Lock: Set a password to secure and encrypt access to any app, enhancing security. - Parental Controls: Prevent app deletion and disable the installation of new apps. - Additional Protections: Restrict changes to account information and device passwords. SUBSCRIPTION TERM Confirm Subscription: Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation. Manage Subscription: You can manage or cancel your subscription in your iTunes & App Store account settings. Auto-Renewal: Your subscription will automatically renew within 24 hours before the end of the current period. To cancel renewal, turn it off at least 24 hours before the period ends. Cancellation is not allowed during the active subscription period. Free Trial: After the trial ends, your subscription will auto-renew to the Premium plan. To avoid being charged, cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends. If you subscribe during the trial, the remaining trial period will end immediately. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://web.creativespirit0x.com/apps/AppH/PrivacyPolicy Whether you're looking to safeguard your privacy or monitor your child's phone usage, this app can meet your needs. Give it a try now! If you encounter any issues or have suggestions during use, feel free to provide feedback within the app.

Screenshots

iProtect Free1 screens
App Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: App Lock at 75% against iProtect Free's 13%. App Lock also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.5) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 22). iProtect Free's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. App Lock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. iProtect Free asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock has 1.3K 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 75% of App Lock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iProtect Free ships an update fortnightly, App Lock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
iProtect Free versus App Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriProtect FreeApp Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (22 ratings)4.6 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews12.8% of reviews75.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings221.3K — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS6.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTu Anh Do俊杰 刘

Customer experience

iProtect Free

All ratings22 ratings
Positive31.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative59.1%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive12.8%
Neutral5.1%
Negative82.1%

App Lock

All ratings1,193 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.8%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive75.4%
Neutral7.2%
Negative17.4%

Bugs and requests

iProtect Free

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

App Lock

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Locked apps not showing in settings
  • Missed calls and messages when app is locked

Requested features

2 requests
  • Paid version with more features
  • Ability to lock more than 50 apps

In-app purchases

None

iProtect Free

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

App Lock

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Membership3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Monthly Membership2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Membership$9.991 Year
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  • Yearly Membership3 Days trial3 variants$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$34.99

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 4.6 from 1.3K 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 every 3 weeks. Most recently, iProtect Free was updated on October 25, 2026 and App Lock on October 30, 2026.

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