Google Smart Lock vs Password Depot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Google Smart Lock
Securely log in to websites and apps using your phone's built-in security key or a physical Bluetooth key. It simplifies access by remembering your passwords and offering a more convenient sign-in experience.
- Use phone as security key
- Use Bluetooth security key
- Password saving
- Simplified sign-in
- Secure access
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Smart Lock allows you to use your Bluetooth security key or set up the security key built in to your phone.
Password Depot
Securely store all your passwords and sensitive information in an encrypted vault. Generate strong passwords, automatically fill login details, and access your data across multiple devices. Protect your digital life with robust security features.
- Secure encrypted vault (AES 256-bit)
- Strong password generator
- Automatic login credential completion
- Cloud sync across devices
- Fingerprint scanner support
- Organize passwords in folders
- Protection from screenshots
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Password Depot is a password manager for iOS. Store all your passwords and confidential information in a secure vault protected with AES 256-bit encryption. From now on, you only need to remember one password: the master password you use to open Password Depot. Generate strong, virtually uncrackable passwords for your logins and all your security needs. Keep your sensitive data protected and accessible whenever you need it. You decide where Password Depot stores your encrypted vault: - On your smartphone - In the cloud (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, HiDrive, Box, and others) so you can access it from multiple devices simultaneously - On an FTP server - On your corporate server using Password Depot Enterprise Server Download Password Depot and enjoy the protection this password manager offers. Use Password Depot on all your devices, including smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. Here is an overview of some highlights of the iOS edition: - Password manager: a secure vault for your passwords - Secure databases for all passwords with AES 256-bit encryption - Fingerprint scanner support - Password generator: create strong, virtually uncrackable passwords - Automatic completion of login credentials with the integrated browser - Organize passwords in folders for a clear structure - Sort entries by category or description - Quick search function - Automatic app lock - Automatic deletion of passwords copied to the clipboard - Protection from screenshots and screen recording - Automatic storage - Automatic backup - Custom fields - TAN management - Native iOS app - Fast, first-class support via email - Completely free and ad-free! No one can open your Password Depot vault without the master password—not even the manufacturer, AceBIT. Your vault is securely encrypted with AES 256-bit encryption. Password Depot is an easy way to store your passwords securely. Download Password Depot now and see for yourself!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Password Depot at 3.7 against Google Smart Lock's 2.5. Password Depot also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (35% vs 10%). Google Smart Lock's advantage is ratings volume (614 vs 3) and chart position (#167 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Password Depot holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Smart Lock has 614 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of Google Smart Lock's written reviews are positive against 35% of Password Depot's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Google Smart Lock | Password Depot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.5 (614 ratings) | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 10.3% of reviews | 34.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 614 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #167 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 174 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | AceBIT | |
Customer experience
Google Smart Lock
Password Depot
Bugs and requests
Google Smart Lock
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't detect nearby devices
- Endless login loop
- Incompatible with latest iOS
Requested features
3 requests- Support for NFC security keys
- Easier setup and usage
- Better compatibility with other devices
Password Depot
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Google Smart Lock
No in-app purchases
Password Depot
No in-app purchases
Questions
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