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Best Screen Lock Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good screen lock apps. We benchmark 245+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Screen Lock Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1TouchLock - Finger printTouchLock - Finger printFree—YesNoAug 2026
2BabyPhone: Toddler Screen LockBabyPhone: Toddler Screen LockFree4.5★ (501)NoYesAug 2026
3ScreenZen- Screen Time ControlScreenZen- Screen Time ControlFree4.9★ (46K)NoYesAug 2026
4App Lock - Lock Apps & PhotosApp Lock - Lock Apps & PhotosFree4.5★ (25K)YesYesAug 2026
5Opal: Screen Time ControlOpal: Screen Time ControlFree4.7★ (86K)NoYesAug 2026
6App Lock - Block AppsApp Lock - Block AppsFree4.6★ (8.3K)YesYesAug 2026
7Lock Screen Clock with SecondsLock Screen Clock with SecondsFree4.3★ (139)YesNoAug 2026
8Lock Screen 26 - Top WidgetsLock Screen 26 - Top WidgetsFree4.5★ (7.8K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Screen Lock

BabyPhone: Toddler Screen Lock#2

BabyPhone: Toddler Screen Lock by BYTE REBELS CLUB, MB

Safe sensory play in kids mode
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.5😞(501 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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BabyPhone: Toddler Screen Lock screenshot 6

This app offers a safe and calming sensory experience for infants and toddlers, focusing on high-contrast visuals, gentle interactions, and soothing sounds to support early cognitive development and visual tracking skills. It provides a peaceful environment for exploration and learning without overstimulation.

What We Love

  • 👍 Entertaining for infants
  • 👍 Thoughtful design for children
  • 👍 Responsive and helpful developers
  • 👍 Realistic phone simulation for babies

Room to Improve

  • 💸 Charged after cancellation
  • 💸 Unexpected annual charges
  • 💸 Subscription required for basic use
ScreenZen- Screen Time Control#3

ScreenZen- Screen Time Control by ScreenZen LLC

App blocker, limit screen time
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.9😊(46K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app offers multiple strategies to help you reduce screen time and control app usage. Features include delayed app opening, timed scrolling interruptions, and customizable app limits. It also provides options for strict blocking, settings protection, and encourages mindful breaks.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Completely reversed my scrolling addiction
  • 🚀 Helps manage screen time
  • 👍 Excellent app, easy to use
  • 👍 Genuinely the best screentime app out there

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy, sometimes doesn't unlock apps
  • 🐛 Notifications can't break through
  • 🐛 Inconsistent UI across devices

More Screen Lock apps to explore

4
App Lock - Lock Apps & Photos
App Lock - Lock Apps & Photos
App Lock - Lock Apps & Photos
Password for Apps & App Locker
Free

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.

App lock with passcode, Face ID, Touch IDHide photos and videos in a private vaultBiometric authentication for app access
🔧 Utilities
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Opal: Screen Time Control
Opal: Screen Time Control
Opal: Screen Time Control
Focus, App Blocker & Timer
Free

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by limiting app usage, blocking distractions, and improving focus. It provides tools and insights to reduce screen time, boost productivity, and enhance well-being.

Screen time controlApp blockerSet app limits
📊 Productivity
(86K)
free with in-app purchases
6
App Lock - Block Apps
App Lock - Block Apps
App Lock - Block Apps
Lock Apps App Locker
Free

Secure your personal data and set safety limits for children's devices. This app offers robust privacy protection, including app locking, intrusion alerts, and parental controls to prevent unwanted access and manage screen time.

Create app groups with schedulesDisguise app icons and unlock screensIntrusion alerts with photo capture
🔧 Utilities
(8.3K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Lock Screen Clock with Seconds
Lock Screen Clock with Seconds
Lock Screen Clock with Seconds
Home Screen time widgets
Free

Display precise time with seconds on your lock screen and home screen. Personalize your device with custom signatures and a variety of digital clock fonts. Add clock widgets to your desktop for quick time access.

Lock screen clock with seconds displayReal-time refreshPersonalized signature display
🔍 Reference
(139)
ad-supported
8
Lock Screen 26 - Top Widgets
Lock Screen 26 - Top Widgets
Lock Screen 26 - Top Widgets
Custom Widgets & Wallpapers
Free

Personalize your device's lock screen with custom text, emojis, app shortcuts, and contact links. Access your favorite websites and apps directly from your lock screen. Choose from a variety of icon packs and wallpapers to create a unique look.

Custom text and emojiWebsite and app shortcutsContact shortcuts
📊 Productivity
(7.8K)
free with in-app purchases
9
LockWidget - LockScreen Themes
LockWidget - LockScreen Themes
LockWidget - LockScreen Themes
Lock Screen Wallpapers Widgets
Free

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.

Customizable lock screen widgetsWeather and health tracking widgetsInteractive pixel pet widgets
🎨 Graphics & Design
(28K)
subscription
10
LockTodoNote: Lock Screen Todo
LockTodoNote: Lock Screen Todo
LockTodoNote: Lock Screen Todo
Notes, Reminders & Checklist
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
11
Themes: Widget, Icons Packs 15
Themes: Widget, Icons Packs 15
Themes: Widget, Icons Packs 15
Theme Pack Lock Screen Skin 14
Free

Customize your iPhone's appearance with unique themes, icons, and widgets. Easily install new looks using the Shortcuts app for iOS 14 and later. Personalize your device with hand-made designs.

Install themes and skinsDownloadable icons and wallpapersBuilt-in widgets
🔧 Utilities
(15K)
subscription
12
Lock Screen Loops
Lock Screen Loops
Lock Screen Loops
by Andrew Carlson
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
13
FotoShape - Photo Shape Frame Editor, Lock Screen Image
FotoShape - Photo Shape Frame Editor, Lock Screen Image
FotoShape - Photo Shape Frame Editor, Lock Screen Image
by AppsNice
Free

Easily add custom frames to your photos and apply colors with adjustable transparency. Save and share your creations directly to social media and messaging apps. Perfect for designing unique lock screen images.

Custom photo framesColor application to framesAdjustable frame transparency
📷 Photo & Video
(0)
free
14
App Launcher for Lock Screen
App Launcher for Lock Screen
App Launcher for Lock Screen
Custom iOS 16 Clock & Widgets
Free

Create custom widgets for your lock screen to launch your favorite apps or URLs instantly. Personalize your widgets with custom icons and images for quick access. It's a simple three-step process to set up and use.

Create custom lock screen widgetsLaunch apps directly from lock screenAdd custom icons and images
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
15
Lock Screen Timer & Stopwatch
Lock Screen Timer & Stopwatch
Lock Screen Timer & Stopwatch
Perfect for rest between sets
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
LockPact: Screen Time Pact
LockPact: Screen Time Pact
LockPact: Screen Time Pact
Partner-locked app blocker
Free

This app pairs you with a trusted partner for mutual screen time accountability. You both select apps to lock on your own devices, and only your partner can approve unlocking them. It's designed to help users reduce phone usage through shared responsibility.

Mutual app locking with a partnerUnlock requests require partner approvalBypass notifications sent to partner
📊 Productivity
(2)
free with in-app purchases
17
Lock Screen Widgets‎‎‏‏‎
Lock Screen Widgets‎‎‏‏‎
Lock Screen Widgets‎‎‏‏‎
Lockscreen widget maker
Free

Personalize your iPhone's lock screen with hundreds of customizable widget templates. Easily install widgets for time, weather, stocks, health, and more. Enjoy unlimited downloads and always-on display support for compatible devices.

Hundreds of widget templatesMultiple widget categoriesEasy one-tap installation
🎨 Graphics & Design
(107)
free with in-app purchases
18
App Locker: Lock Apps Securely
App Locker: Lock Apps Securely
App Locker: Lock Apps Securely
Privacy Lock with Face ID &2FA
Free

This app restricts access to other applications on your device using Apple Screen Time. Unlock protected apps with Face ID, PIN, password, or two-factor authentication. It offers features like timed unlocks, intruder photos, and activity logs for enhanced privacy and focus.

Restrict app launches via Screen TimeUnlock with Face ID, PIN, Password, or 2FADual 2FA for enhanced security
🔧 Utilities
(1)
freemium
19
Tuckaway: Baby Screen Lock
Tuckaway: Baby Screen Lock
Tuckaway: Baby Screen Lock
A calm screen for tiny hands
Free

This app transforms your iPhone into a safe, calm screen for babies, preventing accidental calls, deletions, or purchases. It offers a gentle, low-stimulation experience designed for quiet use, even in dark rooms. Setup is simple, and your phone remains fully locked and private.

Baby-safe screen lockLow-stimulation visualsDark room themes
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free with in-app purchases
20
Lock Screen Wallpapers +
Lock Screen Wallpapers +
Lock Screen Wallpapers +
New Widgets Phone Custom Home
Free

Discover and download a vast collection of unique lock screens and home screen backgrounds created by artists. Customize your device with stunning visuals and new collections added weekly. Easily set, save, and share your favorite designs.

Explore extensive lock screen collectionsDownload ready-to-use imagesSave favorite lock screens
🌟 Lifestyle
(625)
free with in-app purchases

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FAQ about Screen Lock

Are there free screen lock apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top screen lock apps we rank are free to download, including TouchLock - Finger print and BabyPhone: Toddler Screen Lock.
TouchLock - Finger print shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 245+ screen lock apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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