# Yojimbo for iPad

> iPad companion for Yojimbo macOS, enabling offline access to all your data. (iPhone/iPad app by Bare Bones Software, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yojimbo-for-ipad/id396307682 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bare Bones Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/396307685)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free (on sale, was $2.99)
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 77 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-10-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-09
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yojimbo-for-ipad/id396307682/reviews.md

## What is Yojimbo for iPad?

Take your Yojimbo data with you, anywhere, right on your iPad.

Yojimbo for iPad is a companion app that syncs effortlessly over WiFi from Yojimbo for macOS (version 4.0 or later required; sold separately), letting you take all of your Yojimbo data anywhere. Yojimbo for iPad even handles your encrypted entries.

Imagine catching up on articles, reviewing shopping lists, traveling with digital confirmation documents, and having all your passwords and receipts safely at hand, no matter where you are, whether or not you have network access.

If you use Yojimbo, you'll want Yojimbo for iPad.

## Key features

- Syncs with Yojimbo for macOS
- Offline data access
- Handles encrypted entries
- View articles and documents
- Access passwords and receipts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 77)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yojimbo-for-ipad/id396307682/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Maybe it’s time to catch up

*2019-04-30, version 1.1.4*

Several years ago Apple stopped supporting Bento. Yojimbo should have stepped up to replace it. It still requires Yojimbo on a Mac (which I no longer have). This would be a great iPad app, instead it’s just a client to the app.
I’d love to have BBEdit on my iPad, it’s not here either.
I first used BBEdit on a G4 iBook more than a decade ago, and last used it two years ago when my iPad Pro replaced my MBP.
Really need Yojimbo and BBEdit, but have no way to use them.

### 1/5 — Beyond useless

*2017-11-26, version 1.1.4*

This app, when it once worked, had little value because all the files were read only. Now it doesn’t sync anymore, so it is even more useless. Don’t buy it. Even if you ever get it working, it still would not help you. Forget this (cr)ap.

### 2/5 — Outdated

*2017-07-06, version 1.1.3*

Sync requires a paid subscription and Bare Bones hasn't been updating Yojimbo in years. Once upon a time one of my favorite apps. Now I've switched to other solutions like a combination of 1Password and Evernote. 

BBEdit and TextWrangler are still great in my opinion, but Yojimbo is no longer worth buying or using.

### 2/5 — Limited functionality

*2016-12-15, version 1.1.3*

Unlike some, I had no problem syncing with my iPad Pro.  Unfortunately, this is a read only app, which makes it of very limited use for me. It really is too bad because I like the application on the Mac.  I find myself having to use Evernote instead simply because Evernote allows me to update date on my iPad.

### 2/5 — Abandonware :(

*2016-11-22, version 1.1.3*

See title.

### 1/5 — Never syncs to IPad pro!

*2016-01-04, version 1.1.3*

Support is useless. Do not buy!

### 5/5 — Works Flawlessly

*2015-08-20, version 1.1.3*

I have both the OS X version and the iOS version and so far both work flawlessly. The pairing worked the first time and I'm now getting data easily from my Mac. I especially like the "Print PDF to Yojimbo" capability. It makes filing emails effortless and then being able to access them on my iPad makes for a beautiful system.

The "all caps" review saying not to buy because it will never pair is obviously incorrect. Some people just can't admit when they need help, I guess... How very unfortunate that their comments might stop someone from getting a great piece of software.

### 1/5 — DON'T BUY THIS APP IT'S A WASTE OF MONEY

*2015-05-25, version 1.1.3*

this app will never pair with your mac. Support is worthless. The Mac app is fine, i use that all the time.

### 5/5 — Flawless

*2015-02-26, version 1.1.3*

I depend on this app every day. My only request is that the developer make an iPhone version. I’d be willing to pay for this, make it happen!

### 1/5 — Never finishes sync

*2014-12-13, version 1.1.3*

The price ($3) seemed fair so I could access my Yojimbo items on my iPad. Only problem is the sync fails a third of the way through -- every time. Have tried uninstalling, reinstalling, repairing, different Macs and tweaking wifi settings. Nothing works. Until this is fixed I can't recommend this app.

## Frequently asked questions about Yojimbo for iPad

### What does Yojimbo for iPad do?

Yojimbo for iPad is a companion application that allows you to access and manage all of your Yojimbo data directly on your iPad. It syncs wirelessly with Yojimbo for macOS, enabling you to take your information with you wherever you go.

### How does the data sync work?

The app syncs effortlessly over WiFi with Yojimbo for macOS (version 4.0 or later). This ensures that your data on the iPad is up-to-date with your main Yojimbo database.

### Can I access my data offline?

Yes, a key feature is the ability to access all of your Yojimbo data, including encrypted entries, even when you do not have network access. This makes it ideal for travel or situations without connectivity.

### What kind of data can I access?

You can access a wide range of your Yojimbo data, such as articles you've saved, shopping lists, digital confirmation documents, passwords, and receipts. Essentially, all the data you store in Yojimbo for macOS can be accessed on your iPad.

### Is Yojimbo for iPad free?

Based on the provided information, Yojimbo for iPad is a paid application. It requires Yojimbo for macOS, which is sold separately and also a paid product.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2024-05-22

Version 1.2 includes updates to improve compatibility with recent iPadOS versions, and addresses a reported symptom in which images would not display when selected.

### 1.1.6 — 2023-08-08

This update contains fixes for reported issues, including cosmetic issues when running in Dark Mode and the inability to display Password items when running on iOS 16.

### 1.1.5 — 2023-01-30

This update contains changes to address:

- Errors in size calculation for very large data stores;

- Incorrect appearance of items in the bottom bar;

- Difficulty when pairing with the desktop app when running macOS 12.0 or later;

- Inability to enter a password for decryption when running on iOS 16

This update also adds:

- support for optionally using biometry (Touch ID/Face ID) to decrypt items;

- An explicit "sidebar" control to show the sidebar when in portrait orientation;

- changes in the settings to re-sync or re-pair no longer require quitting and relaunching the application; those operations will occur immediately when you reactivate the application after turning the settings on;

- changes to improve overall iOS compatibility.

### 1.1.4 — 2017-09-23

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Recompiled for improved compatibility with iOS 11.

### 1.1.3 — 2014-11-06

Fixes a bug in which PDF and Web Archive items wouldn't display unless a Note item had previously been displayed.

Complete change notes for this and previous versions are available on our web site at http://www.barebones.com/support/mobile/yojimbo/current_notes.html

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