# mSecure vs Passwarden

The clearest difference is ratings volume: mSecure at 52K against Passwarden's 158. mSecure also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Passwarden's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 62%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. mSecure sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Passwarden sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

mSecure holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: mSecure has 52K ratings behind it against 158, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 62% of mSecure's written reviews are positive against 77% of Passwarden's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

mSecure ships an update every 2 months, Passwarden every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mSecure | Passwarden |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (52K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msecure-password-manager/id1063795594/reviews)** | [4.5 (158 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passwarden-password-manager/id1503642685/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **52K** | 158 |
| Positive reviews | 61.8% of reviews | **76.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [mSeven Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/292411905) | [KeepSolid Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/674978021) |

## What reviewers say

### mSecure

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msecure-password-manager/id1063795594)

Securely store and manage all your sensitive digital information, including passwords, financial details, and personal documents. Generate strong passwords, utilize auto-fill, and share data selectively with others. Protect your digital life with robust encryption and convenient access across devices.

**Highlights:** AES 256-bit encryption, Password generator, Auto-fill credentials, Two-Factor Authentication, Shared Vaults, Biometric authentication

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Upgrade | $1.49 | per month |
| Essentials Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Family Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Essentials Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Family Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent password manager
- 🔒 Secure storage of passwords and data
- 💡 Customizable templates and fields
- 🚀 Seamless sync across devices
- 👍 Reliable and stable app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Forced to use cloud sync and account
- 💰 Subscription model and paywall for basic features
- 🐛 Issues with data migration from older versions
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in newer versions
- 🔒 Lack of password recovery options

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing password entries
- Sync issues between devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Unreliable biometric login

**Requested features**

- Ability to create custom categories
- Improved organization and navigation
- Automatic password generation and updating
- Offline/local sync option
- Family/shared account support


### Passwarden

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passwarden-password-manager/id1503642685)

Securely generate, store, and auto-fill passwords for all your accounts. Protect your data with advanced encryption, biometric login, and two-factor authentication. Access your information offline and receive security alerts.

**Highlights:** Secure password generation, Biometric login (Face ID, Fingerprint), Two-factor authentication (2FA), Automatic password filling, Offline access, Data migration, Dark Web Monitoring

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 month | $1.99 | per month |
| Family | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 month Family | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 year | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Year | $19.99 | per year |
| Family | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent password management
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Cross-platform compatibility
- 🚀 Convenient autofill feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 💡 Lack of export option
- 💡 Limited customization options
- 🔒 Frequent master password prompts
- 🐛 Inconsistent auto-unlock functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on macOS after Tahoe update
- Inconsistent password autofill on websites
- Issues with multi-device sync and connectivity

**Requested features**

- Improved import/export functionality
- More customization options for layout and UI
- Offline mode for password access
- Enhanced browser integration and autofill
- Streamlined multi-device synchronization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mSecure free?

mSecure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Passwarden free?

Passwarden is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, mSecure or Passwarden?

mSecure is rated higher. mSecure averages 4.8 out of 5 from 52K ratings, while Passwarden averages 4.5 from 158 ratings.

### Do mSecure or Passwarden have ads?

Neither mSecure nor Passwarden shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, mSecure or Passwarden?

mSecure ships an update every 2 months, and Passwarden every 3 weeks. Most recently, mSecure was updated on November 12, 2026 and Passwarden on November 7, 2026.

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