# VAULTEK vs myArmsCache

The clearest difference is rating: myArmsCache at 4.7 against VAULTEK's 2.8. myArmsCache also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 44%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). VAULTEK's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. myArmsCache sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. VAULTEK asks for nothing beyond the download.

myArmsCache holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: myArmsCache has 2.2K ratings behind it against 205, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of VAULTEK's written reviews are positive against 80% of myArmsCache's.

VAULTEK ships an update every 2 months, myArmsCache every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VAULTEK | myArmsCache |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (205 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vaultek/id1144446245/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myarmscache/id1144651239/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 205 | **2.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 44.1% of reviews | **80.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Vaultek Safe, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1406658583) | [Drea Creative LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/596509575) |

## What reviewers say

### VAULTEK

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vaultek/id1144446245)

Control and monitor your smart safe remotely. Manage user access, view activity logs, and check battery levels. Securely open your safe with a simple swipe.

**Highlights:** Manage user accounts, Track usage history, Check battery status, Remote safe opening, User interaction

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure pattern lock authentication
- 👍 Easy setup and installation
- 📊 Detailed access history and logging
- 🔋 Battery level monitoring
- 💡 Remote safe unlock capability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent Bluetooth disconnection issues
- 🐛 App crashes during pairing
- ⏱️ Slow and inconsistent connection times
- 🎨 Outdated UI design (appears from 2009-2010s era)
- 🔐 Pattern lock instead of modern biometric authentication

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when attempting to pair with safe
- Bluetooth connection drops frequently and unexpectedly
- Pattern unlock touch response areas poorly calibrated
- App fails to detect safe even when nearby
- Vault name saves with corrupted characters/symbols

**Requested features**

- Push notifications for tamper alerts and battery warnings
- Face ID and Touch ID support instead of pattern lock
- Automatic Bluetooth connection without manual pairing
- Low battery notifications and alerts
- Failed access attempt logging


### myArmsCache

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/myarmscache/id1144651239)

Easily track your firearms, ammunition, magazines, and accessories. Record range visits, monitor spending, and manage maintenance. All your data is stored locally for privacy.

**Highlights:** Detailed firearm and accessory inventory, Ammo usage and purchase tracking, Magazine management and reliability ratings, Maintenance and repair logs, Range visit records with target photos, Shopping and wish lists, Customizable organization with tags

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| 6-Month Premium Membership | $14.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Premium Membership | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for all firearms needs
- 👍 Easy to use and user-friendly
- 💡 Excellent for inventory and organization
- 🔒 Secure way to store firearm information
- 👍 Comprehensive features for tracking guns, accessories, ammo, and more

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with data loss and syncing across devices
- 💰 Subscription model is frustrating for previous paid users
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and storage
- 👎 Limited free version with restricted functionality

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or becomes unresponsive
- Issues with restoring purchases and accessing full app functionality

**Requested features**

- Ability to upload documents and PDFs
- More flexible photo management (e.g., multiple photos per item, zoom/crop)
- Improved ammo tracking and reporting
- Sync data across multiple devices
- Customizable views and reports


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VAULTEK free?

VAULTEK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is myArmsCache free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VAULTEK or myArmsCache?

myArmsCache is rated higher. VAULTEK averages 2.8 out of 5 from 205 ratings, while myArmsCache averages 4.7 from 2.2K ratings.

### Do VAULTEK or myArmsCache have ads?

Neither VAULTEK nor myArmsCache shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VAULTEK or myArmsCache?

VAULTEK ships an update every 2 months, and myArmsCache every 3 weeks. Most recently, VAULTEK was updated on July 18, 2026 and myArmsCache on September 26, 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.*