Comparison

Twhirleds vs App Lock, Blocker & Controller

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

Head to head
About

Twhirleds

This app transforms your mobile device into a gestural interface for controlling collateral software. It enables unique interaction methods like "padiddle" and "poi" styles for augmented reality, panoramic browsing, and spatial audio.

Highlights
  • Gestural interface for collateral software
  • Multimodal interface control
  • Augmented virtuality scenes
  • Panoramic and photo-spherical browsing
  • Spatial sound rendering
  • "Padiddle" and "poi" style interfaces
Features
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The Twhirleds app senses orientation of the mobile device, and can be used as a gestural interface for collateral software (available from the developers web site) for multimodal interfaces, including augmented virtuality scenes, panoramic and photo-spherical browsing, and spatial sound renderers. Static pointing can be used to control such modulation, but by embedding a mobile device (such as a tablet or smartphone) running Twhirleds into a twirlable affordance enables “padiddle’”-style interfaces, spinning flatish objects, and “poi”-style interfaces, whirling tethered devices.

About

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

This app provides comprehensive control over your iPhone's apps and privacy. It offers advanced locking mechanisms, time restrictions, and prevents unauthorized uninstalls. Securely manage accounts and passwords, and prevent unwanted in-app purchases.

Highlights
  • App locking mechanisms
  • Time restrictions
  • Password/fingerprint authentication
  • App uninstall prevention
  • Secure account and password management
  • In-app purchase prevention
Features
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Introducing App Lock - the ultimate iPhone app manager and privacy protection tool. Take complete control over your app usage and ensure your privacy remains intact with App Locker. This powerful app provides a comprehensive suite of features designed to keep your personal information secure and your app activities private. With App Locker, you can conveniently manage and protect your apps with advanced locking mechanisms. Set specific time restrictions, implement password protection or fingerprint authentication, and enjoy the assurance that your apps are inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. App Locker gives you the power to define when and how your apps can be accessed, allowing you to maintain focus and manage your screen time effectively. App Locker goes the extra mile to protect your apps from unwanted removal. The app uninstall prevention feature ensures that no app can be uninstalled without your explicit permission. This added layer of security safeguards your apps from being accidentally or maliciously removed, giving you peace of mind. Account and password management is made simple and secure with App Locker. Safely store and manage your important accounts and passwords within the app, knowing that they are shielded from unauthorized changes and access. Your valuable credentials remain protected, allowing you to navigate the digital landscape with confidence. App Locker also empowers you to take control of in-app purchases. By denying in-app purchases, the app prevents accidental or unauthorized transactions that could lead to unexpected expenses. This feature not only protects your finances but also ensures responsible app usage. Experience the ultimate app management and privacy protection solution with App Locker. Download now to enjoy the benefits of enhanced privacy, secure app management, and peace of mind. --------------------------------------- privacy policy url: https://locker.uploss.net/privacy.html terms of service url: https://locker.uploss.net/terms.html

Screenshots

Twhirleds3 screens
App Lock, Blocker & Controller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Twhirleds at none against App Lock, Blocker & Controller's 10. Twhirleds also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). App Lock, Blocker & Controller's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (236 vs 1). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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, Blocker & Controller sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Twhirleds asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Twhirleds holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Blocker & Controller has 236 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Twhirleds ships an update every 8 months, App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Twhirleds versus App Lock, Blocker & Controller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTwhirledsApp Lock, Blocker & Controller
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.7 (236 ratings)
Positive reviews—60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1236 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVision Edge, L.L.C.UPLOSS LIMITED

Customer experience

Twhirleds

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

All ratings238 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral0.8%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

None

Twhirleds

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

App Lock, Blocker & Controller

Subscriptions10
  • 003.common.week.4.99$4.997 Days
  • app locker pro3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • 003.intro.free.3.week.5.993 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • 003.intro.week.5.99$5.997 Days
  • app locker pro3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • pro common month 001$9.991 Month
  • premium version year trial 0013 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • pro common trial year 0013 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • 002.common.year.39.99$39.991 Year
  • 003.intro.free.3.year.39.993 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Twhirleds free?
Twhirleds is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is App Lock, Blocker & Controller free?
App Lock, Blocker & Controller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Twhirleds or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?
Twhirleds is rated higher. Twhirleds averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while App Lock, Blocker & Controller averages 4.7 from 236 ratings.
Do Twhirleds or App Lock, Blocker & Controller have ads?
App Lock, Blocker & Controller shows ads; Twhirleds does not.
Which is updated more often, Twhirleds or App Lock, Blocker & Controller?
Twhirleds ships an update every 8 months, and App Lock, Blocker & Controller every 8 days. Most recently, Twhirleds was updated on November 1, 2026 and App Lock, Blocker & Controller on November 3, 2026.

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