# mSecure vs PasswordsApp password manager

The clearest difference is ratings volume: mSecure at 51K against PasswordsApp password manager's 6. PasswordsApp password manager's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. mSecure sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and PasswordsApp password manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for mSecure against 4.8 for PasswordsApp password manager. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: mSecure has 51K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | mSecure | PasswordsApp password manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (51K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msecure-password-manager/id1063795594/reviews) | **[4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passwordsapp-password-manager/id1638733114/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **51K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 61.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [mSeven Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/292411905) | [egdbe.net](https://appshunter.io/developer/464569162) |

## 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


### PasswordsApp password manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/passwordsapp-password-manager/id1638733114)

Securely store and manage all your passwords, photos, and documents with robust AES 256 GCM encryption. Generate strong random passwords, access your data across Apple devices, and enjoy offline access. The app offers automatic locking and customizable themes for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** AES 256 GCM encryption, Attach photos and documents, Efficient synchronization, Unlock with biometrics, Random password generation, Offline mode, Customizable themes

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Theme: “The forest” | $3.99 | per year |
| Theme: “Almond blossom” | $3.99 | per year |
| Theme: “Night” | $3.99 | per year |
| Theme: “Night on Mars” | $3.99 | per year |
| Theme: “Underwater night” | $3.99 | per year |
| Theme: “Sand” | $3.99 | per year |
| PasswordsApp PRO | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is mSecure free?

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

### Is PasswordsApp password manager free?

PasswordsApp password manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, mSecure or PasswordsApp password manager?

PasswordsApp password manager is rated higher. mSecure averages 4.8 out of 5 from 51K ratings, while PasswordsApp password manager averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.

### Do mSecure or PasswordsApp password manager have ads?

Neither mSecure nor PasswordsApp password manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, mSecure or PasswordsApp password manager?

mSecure ships an update every 2 months, and PasswordsApp password manager every 2 months. Most recently, mSecure was updated on October 31, 2026 and PasswordsApp password manager on October 24, 2026.

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