# LOCK MEMO vs Secret Notepad with Password

The clearest difference is ratings volume: LOCK MEMO at 494 against Secret Notepad with Password's 4. Secret Notepad with Password's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LOCK MEMO sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month and Secret Notepad with Password sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Secret Notepad with Password holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LOCK MEMO has 494 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LOCK MEMO | Secret Notepad with Password |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (494 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-memo-secure-notes/id1070901429/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret-notepad-with-password/id6480199456/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **494** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 74.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [EasterEggs](https://appshunter.io/developer/553389214) | [manabu ueda](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606163236) |

## What reviewers say

### LOCK MEMO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-memo-secure-notes/id1070901429)

This app offers a straightforward way to create and manage private notes with robust passcode protection. It's designed for intuitive use, requiring no complex setup to keep your personal information, ideas, and daily entries secure and organized.

**Highlights:** Passcode protection, Create and edit notes, Folder management, Search notes, iCloud backup, Adjustable font size

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $0.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Very easy to use and intuitive
- 🔒 Password protection and security features
- 💾 Reliable for storing notes and important information
- ⚡ Simple and lightweight application
- 📝 Great for quick memos and memory jogger

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Notes disappearing unexpectedly
- 🐛 Edit function stops working after extended use
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- ❌ No alphabetical sorting capability
- ❌ No search functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Notes disappearing from folders
- Edit function becomes unavailable
- App incompatible with newer iOS versions
- Touch ID not functioning despite advertised
- Password recovery issues

**Requested features**

- Alphabetical sorting of notes
- Search functionality
- Touch ID/biometric authentication
- Text formatting options (bold, underline, italics)
- Ability to share or export notes


### Secret Notepad with Password

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret-notepad-with-password/id6480199456)

Securely store your private thoughts and images with a password-protected vault. Features biometric unlock, screen blurring, and the ability to attach photos directly to notes without saving them to your camera roll.

**Highlights:** Password and biometric authentication, Screen blurring for privacy, Attach photos directly to notes, Photos not saved to camera roll, Undo/redo support, Search functionality, Dark mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free Plan(Lifetime) | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LOCK MEMO free?

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

### Is Secret Notepad with Password free?

Secret Notepad with Password is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LOCK MEMO or Secret Notepad with Password?

Secret Notepad with Password is rated higher. LOCK MEMO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 494 ratings, while Secret Notepad with Password averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do LOCK MEMO or Secret Notepad with Password have ads?

Both LOCK MEMO and Secret Notepad with Password show ads.

### Which is updated more often, LOCK MEMO or Secret Notepad with Password?

LOCK MEMO ships an update monthly, and Secret Notepad with Password monthly. Most recently, LOCK MEMO was updated on September 22, 2026 and Secret Notepad with Password on September 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*