Agree the standard Screen lock of Android-device can quickly get bored. Do you want to decorate it with beautiful wallpaper, use new ways to unlock and add functionality to it? A lot of applications from Google Play come to aid, the top 17 of which we will consider in this article.

Fireflies lock screen

Fireflies app is a perfect tool which has a set of fascinating animated wallpapers. Th offered wallpapers have the effect of flashing fireflies floating on the display. So, change the look of the Lock Screen of your device! To protect the smartphone, the user will be able to set a pin or pattern.

The main features. The lock screen displays a clock, a battery indicator indicating the battery status in percent, and a widget that you can choose in the settings and the camera activation button. You can choose the background image for lock screen from a set of wallpaper or from your own gallery. Also, the wallpaper supports audio when unlocking and protection in the form of a 4-digit pin code.

In the settings, you can turn on / off the application, system lock screen, flying lights, change wallpaper, unlock direction, select applications which notifications will be displayed on the screen, and set a sound when unlocking and protect the device with a password. Fireflies lock screen is a beautiful, convenient and maximally informative lock screen that will please every user who loves beautiful landscapes and ease of use.

Features:

Stylish design
Changing the color of the clock, the size, and font of the text
More than 10 pleasant sounds
Minimum impact on battery power

Downloads: 346 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.3 / 5)

CM Locker

CM Locker is a popular program for Android to block applications and the screen. With CM Locker, you not only protect your data but also find a smartphone in the event of theft/loss, optimize the speed of the system and can effectively monitor the charge of the battery.

Why you should install CM Locker immediately
The main function, which is liked by most users, is the photographing of the burglar. When a stranger, whether a curious friend, parents, a jealous girl or a real thiefы enter the wrong password, the program turns on a front camera and photographs him. The image is immediately sent to the previously specified mail.

CM Locker provides reliable protection for your smartphone from theft. When installed, it is linked to a Facebook account, so after losing the gadget, you:
Remotely lock it.
Locate.
Turn on the siren.

The basic function of the program is to block the screen. With it, you set a digital or pattern key. On phones equipped with fingerprint reading, it is possible to install such an unlock. However, the screen will not be gray: in the CM Locker, there are many beautiful images that you will put as a wallpaper. You can block not only the screen but also applications, for example, Facebook, photos, messages or contacts.

Additional functions of CM Locker
Updating themes and wallpapers in automatic mode.
Daily change of wallpaper when the function is enabled in the settings.
Weather forecast for an hour, 5 days and 10 days.
Data on windiness, humidity, and UV-index.
Instant access to messages from social networks.
Hiding the text of incoming messages.
Turn on music from the lock screen.
A wide range of tools: a flashlight, a calculator and more.
Camera widget on the lock screen.

Also, CM Locker serves as a convenient file explorer. With it, you optimize the memory and the charge of the battery, clean the smartphone of unnecessary programs.

Downloads: 3 015 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.6 / 5)

Screen Off and Lock

Screen Off and Lock – a program that allows you to instantly lock the screen of your device with a small button on the screen, without resorting to a mechanical button. Clicking on the label is accompanied by beautiful animation and sound effects. You can put this button anywhere on the screen – wherever you feel comfortable. In fact, this virtual button performs the same function as the physical on/off button of the device.

Features:

Different sizes of widgets
Does not affect the battery power
Pleasant interface
Easy setup
Ability to turn off animation

Screen Off and Lock is a simple application that can be especially useful when the power button of the mobile device is too sensitive or broken.

Downloads: 166 900 +

Customers rating:  (4.1 / 5)

dodol locker

The Dodol Locker app is the golden mean if you consider the ratio of design functionality.

The lock screen is designed quite minimalist, what is a huge plus. The current month, a day of the week, date, time, as well as the current weather forecast for your city (the city is determined automatically) is indicated in the upper left corner. From the bottom, you can also notice a modest battery indicator and the inscription “Unlock”. Also, in that area, there is a button with widgets of the application, but it is not available in every theme. To go to the application menu, click the plus sign at the top right of the screen. In the menu, you can go to the online store, where themes are available for free download. Go to the “My themes” section to see the themes already installed, and also have the opportunity to see the wallpaper, configure the built-in widgets and go to the application settings.

In the settings, you can turn on / off the application, lock the home button, disable the system lock, configure additional security measures, hide the status bar and so on. Let’s sum up: Dodol Locker is a beautiful, stylish and convenient screen locker, which will appeal to all lovers of minimalism, as well as amateurs to change the themes like gloves.

Downloads: 61 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.2 / 5)

Echo Notification Lockscreen

Echo Notification Lockscreen – a beautiful and very functional screen lock for smartphones and tablets running Android, which allows you to view notifications and important messages without unlocking the device itself. The design of the application interface is minimalistic, however, when you select a beautiful picture as a wallpaper, the screen simply changes.

Echo Notification Lockscreen can automatically group notifications by category, for example, Important, Social, Work, Media, Hidden, etc. In addition, there is the possibility to postpone notification to any suitable time, manage music and reply to messages directly in the notification bar.

The user can customize the screen unlock settings, view the statistics of notifications, select and install the wallpaper, change the themes, set the device’s transition time to sleep mode and much more. Also in the application, there is a built-in help and answers to frequently asked questions. Users who would like to see on their device a very stylish screen lock, which has a lot of additional functions will choose Echo Notification Lockscreen.

Downloads: 69 700 +

Customers rating:  (4.2 / 5)

ZUI Locker

ZUI Locker is an alternative to the standard screen locker for Android. First of all, it will be interesting for those who are not satisfied with the basic functionality of the operating system from Google, because, with this application, you can radically transform the working interface of a smartphone or tablet without much difficulty, making it more responsive and functional.

The main advantage of this blocker before the standard one is that the lock screen menu becomes much richer and more practical. Quick access to widgets and applications, viewing incoming messages, system notifications, advanced settings of wallpaper – this is only a small part of what becomes available to the user after installation. And the developer does not make the division into a limited and full version, so all the functionality is absolutely free.

Features of ZUI Locker
a large set of built-in beautiful wallpaper;
simple and effective control system;
intuitive user menu;
the ability to configure the autorun of various widgets and programs;
reliable protection of the gadget from unauthorized persons (you can choose authorization with a PIN code or a graphic password).

Summarizing the above, it can be noted that the application really deserves the best evaluation. It is easy to use and has an excellent functionality – even now this combination is quite rare. Probably, that’s why so many users preferred this blocker.

Downloads: 366 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.7 / 5)

Next Lock Screen

Next Lock Screen is a screen lock from Microsoft, which will give your Android a very attractive and elegant look.
Next Lock Screen offers several very interesting features:

1. Unlock with a fingerprint scanner (for devices that support this function). With this feature, you can unlock Android without entering a password.
2. Smart Contacts: Lockscreen Next remembers and displays the contacts you recently called or wrote.
3. Smart lock: you can set a password request based on your location (for example, at home the password will not be required, but at work, it needs to be entered or vice versa).
4. Change wallpaper based on location. At work, at home, and in other places different wallpapers can be automatically installed on a smartphone.

Next Lock Screen changes the Android-smartphones standard lock screen. The customizable lock screen can display weather information, calendar events, audio player control buttons, favorite contacts and notifications from applications. The user of Next Lock Screen can choose how to unlock the device: entering a password, PIN code, a graphic key, and now a fingerprint scanner. If you are looking for a new lock screen, then this is definitely the alternative that you should keep in mind.

Downloads: 95 550 +

Customers rating:  (4.3 / 5)

GO Locker

GO Locker is a multifunctional screen-blocking program on your Android phone or tablet. Developed on the basis of GO Launcher EX, what allows to work in tandem with it, and to be a freely installed application that completely replaces the standard lock screen on your device.

The main criteria of the program are that it is easy to use. These qualities allow GO Locker to become a full-fledged part of your device, rather than some additional program that takes place and  “eats” the resources of the device. But despite the “lightness” of the application, it has a lot of settings that allow you to configure the lock screen solely for your needs.

The application already has several different graphic themes. Their list can be expanded by installing new free themes. After you choose the theme, you probably want to change the picture and then you will come to the aid of the built-in gallery or your pictures that can be installed as the main background of the blocker. Having finished with the visualization, you can go to the technical setup. GO Locker allows you to display the most necessary applications for you on the lock screen, which will be available in one touch. Now you can launch the right program in no time without spending time on unlocking and searching.

Also, the GO Locker application contains many other important functions:
Password protection will help you to protect yourself from unauthorized access to your device by unauthorized persons;
The emergency lock function will lock your device after reaching the parameters you specified (for example, when changing the SIM card);
Visual unlocking effects will add extra color when working with the device;
The choice of the desktop that will open when unlocking, will help to get there where you need.

All these and many other features of the program will make your Android truly a unique gadget.

Downloads: 1 371 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.4 / 5)

Picturesque Lock Screen

Picturesque Lock Screen is a completely new lock screen for Android, which was developed by Microsoft. The program allows you not only to decorate the familiar screen, but also to increase its informativeness.

An alternative lock screen consists of several sections that can easily be switched by swipes to the sides. The main screen displays icons of the selected in settings applications, the camera start button, weather widgets, time, missed calls, and a search. The rest of the tabs are dedicated to the news feed, the sources of which are suggested to be selected manually, as well as the wallpaper and settings section.

Picturesque photos from the search engine site are used as the background images. They are updated every day. Together with pretty icons and stylish design, the screen looks extremely aesthetically pleasing.

Downloads: 32 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.4 / 5)

SnapLock

SnapLock is an Android application that makes it easier to work with the lock screen. With the help of detailed settings and a large number of functions, you will be able to turn the lock screen into an original and convenient tool.

One of the main features of the application is that notifications instantly appear on the screen. The display style is also configurable by choosing from the two suggested options. It is easy to immediately display icons of frequently used programs. SnapLock offers several variants of wallpaper for the design of the lock screen. The choice is modest, but the themes themselves are quite good.

App Rhythm, one of the most interesting features of the locker, will track which applications are used most often. Their labels will automatically appear on the screen. Other special features of the program: setting the password and own wallpaper from the gallery, displaying information about the battery charge, setting up sound alerts.

SnapLock is a free lock screen that offers a good set of functions. It is not much different from many similar applications from other developers but stands out by its convenience in use and a pleasant interface.

Downloads: 64 900 +

Customers rating:  (4.3 / 5)

Hi Locker

Hi Locker is an alternative lock screen for Android from the AppPlus studio.

An important component of Hi Locker is that the appearance and functionality of the screen are made in the manner of the official solution on the Android. This means that the application will perfectly synthesize with the platform and will offer several additional features.

So, the lock screen contains a clock widget, weather and date data, as well as a familiar area for displaying notifications. Messages from applications are displayed in the form of cards that can be opened or closed with simple gestures. Below there is a small dot. When you click on it a small panel appears, where you can set 4 favorite applications for quick access.

Swipe to the left will open a second screen, which will be useful for those who are accustomed to entering all their business on the calendar. All entries in the chronological order are displayed as strings. As for the additional settings, you can also set the automatic change of wallpaper, change the appearance of the additional panel and some other parameters.

In general, Hi Locker looks very stylish and, as mentioned above, will not spoil the appearance of the operating system. Additions will allow you to view all your business without unlocking, as well as get quick access to the programs you need. For an additional fee, it is offered to buy an advanced package of settings for maximum customization.

Downloads: 44 600 +

Customers rating:  (4.3 / 5)

Knock Lock

KNOCK LOCK is an alternative lock screen for Android, the key feature of which is a reliable way of protection. A simple but effective method differs from the standard solution and protects the device from other people’s hands.

After installing KNOCK LOCK, the user is asked to come up with a question-and-answer pair in order to remove the protection when locking the device. The lock will occur when the person makes a certain number of unsuccessful attempts to unlock. The unlocking method is configured by several rectangular keys located in the grid. To set this method, you need to set and remember the desired algorithm for pressing buttons. In the future, in addition to the wallpaper and the widget of the clock, the screen will be empty until you unlock the device.

As for decorative additions, in this respect, the application will not please with the variety and aesthetics. In the settings, there are different forms of the clock, as well as the ability to change the background image.

In the free version of KNOCK LOCK, every visit to the program will be accompanied by an advertisement. But you can use a paid version, where, among other things, there will be no advertising.

Downloads: 71 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.3 / 5)

Lock Screen & AppLock Security

Lock Screen and AppLock Security – the blocker for the smartphone of the latest generation, which reliably protects the phone and will please the eye with a large amount of wallpaper on different subjects. Download the application and make your phone individual!

The features of this software include gorgeous wallpaper. Created specifically for Android, they will qualitatively decorate any phone, and make its daily use interesting and colorful. All the pictures have a good resolution, and it’s easy to change them even from the settings thanks to the intuitive interface.

Any user is now able to edit the picture on the lock screen. Do you want to customize the wallpaper? Pick up a photo from your personal gallery to create the right background. To set the password for the photo, go to the album and select the desired file, create a screen and a unique password. Try the lock screen function with a picture – it’s possible to create a special bright screen with your own hands with a password.

Due to convenient notifications that appear on the screen, you have to unlock it less, and therefore spend less time and charge the phone less often. With the AppLock feature, all your data will be securely protected, so you do not have to worry about losing or missing it anymore.

Downloads: 331 900 +

Customers rating:  (4.4 / 5)

Solo Locker (DIY Locker)

Solo Locker (DIY Locker) is an application for personalizing an Android smartphone or tablet, which allows you to create a lock screen yourself. This program will make it possible to choose a lock screen from ready-made options, and also to “design” your own in only a few steps.

Downloads: 474 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.5 / 5)

Gesture Lock Screen

Gesture Lock Screen is a great tool which will help you to lock your phone with gestures, fingerprints or a special pin code and secure personal data from unauthorized access!

With the application, you can protect personal information from viewing by third parties. And unlocking the phone is as easy as locking it. You can add, change or delete gestures, use solid or transparent colors, do single or multi-path graphic drawings, use a set of numbers, letters, symbols, etc. and make the lock screen unique.

The application will take a picture of the intruder, who will try to enter a password or attach his finger to unlock the device, and upon successful unlocking, you will receive a notification.

Downloads: 61 000 +

Customers rating:  (4.3 / 5)

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