Comparison

AxCrypt vs Cryptomator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

AxCrypt

Securely encrypt and protect your sensitive files, passwords, and business data with this award-winning software. It offers automatic cloud encryption, a password manager, and easy file sharing across multiple platforms.

Highlights
  • Mobile Encryption
  • Automatic Cloud Encryption
  • Password Manager
  • Encrypted File Sharing
  • AES-256 Encryption
  • Cross-platform Access
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AxCrypt is an award-winning and easy to use file and password encryption software. Use AxCrypt to encrypt and protect your sensitive files, passwords, and business data. AxCrypt comes with several unique features, including: * Mobile Encryption * Automatic Cloud Encryption * Password Manager * Automatic Encryption * Encrypted File Sharing * Master Key “Advanced encryption in a superbly simple setting” - PCMag Editor’s choice 2023. AxCrypt has been consistently awarded as the ‘Best Encryption Software’ by PC Mag for 7 years in a row, starting in 2016. With AxCrypt you easily and securely protect all your important files, in an interface that is clean and simple to use. AxCrypt implements strong AES-256 encryption, and you can always access your encrypted files (or files shared with you) for free, on any platform, forever. With AxCrypt it doesn’t matter what platform you use; all you need to do is log in and you can start accessing your files. With the AxCrypt application, you can view any file accessible on your phone, you can key share access to files with our market-leading key-sharing feature and you can encrypt and decrypt files on Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox (no hassle, it works the way you expect). More platforms are coming soon. AxCrypt app includes password manager. Enjoy secure access to your passwords, cards, and notes from anywhere with AES-256 encryption. Create, save, and manage passwords, credit and debit card details, and encrypted notes on the go. AxCrypt also has Windows and MacOS applications with even more features! Don’t leave your important files unprotected, secure them with AxCrypt today! Download it today and try it free for 30 days.

About

Cryptomator

Encrypt your sensitive data stored in cloud services with this open-source tool. It allows you to create secure vaults with passwords, accessible only by you, and integrates seamlessly with your device's file system. Protect your privacy and ensure your data remains confidential.

Highlights
  • Cloud data encryption
  • Password-protected vaults
  • Face ID/Touch ID unlock
  • Files app integration
  • Compatible with major cloud services
  • Open-source software
Features
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Take the security of your data into your own hands. Cryptomator encrypts your files before they reach the cloud — so only you hold the key. Not your cloud provider, not us, no one. Most cloud providers encrypt your data only during transmission, or they keep the decryption keys themselves — keys that can be stolen, copied, or misused. With Cryptomator, the key to your data stays in your hands. EASY TO USE Cryptomator is a simple tool for digital self-defense. Protect your cloud data yourself, independently. • Assign a password to a folder — we call it a vault. That's all: no key creation, no registration, no configuration • Unlock vaults with Face ID / Touch ID • Fully integrated into the Files app — browse and open your encrypted files right where you already manage them • Everything you save into a vault is encrypted automatically COMPATIBLE Cryptomator works with the most commonly used cloud storages and is available for all major operating systems. • Compatible with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint (incl. Microsoft Teams), pCloud, Box, WebDAV- and S3-based cloud storage services • Create vaults in any location via other File Providers (third-party apps must support this) • Access the same vaults across all your mobile devices and computers SECURE & TRUSTWORTHY You don't have to trust Cryptomator blindly, because it is open source software — everyone can see the code: https://github.com/cryptomator/ios • No backdoors and no expiration date, thanks to open source • File content and filename encryption with AES and 256 bit key length • Vault password secured with scrypt for enhanced brute-force resistance • Independently audited by security researchers; crypto implementation publicly documented If someone looks into the folder in your cloud, they cannot draw any conclusions about your data. AWARD-WINNING Cryptomator received the CeBIT Innovation Award 2016 for Usable Security and Privacy. CRYPTOMATOR COMMUNITY Join the Cryptomator Community and participate in the conversations with other Cryptomator users: • Community: https://community.cryptomator.org • Mastodon: @cryptomator@mastodon.online --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AxCrypt4 screens
Cryptomator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cryptomator at 4.4 against AxCrypt's 3.3. Cryptomator also leads on review sentiment (63% vs 41%). AxCrypt's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AxCrypt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Cryptomator sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cryptomator holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 185 and 426 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of AxCrypt's written reviews are positive against 63% of Cryptomator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AxCrypt ships an update monthly, Cryptomator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AxCrypt versus Cryptomator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAxCryptCryptomator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (185 ratings)4.4 (426 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.3% of reviews62.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings185426 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAxCrypt ABSkymatic GmbH

Customer experience

AxCrypt

All ratings185 ratings
Positive57.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative38.9%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive41.3%
Neutral8.7%
Negative50.0%

Cryptomator

All ratings426 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative13.6%
Written reviews291 reviews
Positive62.9%
Neutral9.3%
Negative27.8%

Bugs and requests

AxCrypt

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Cryptomator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Vault password change issues
  • Files disappearing or becoming inaccessible
  • Freezing and crashes on certain devices
  • Compatibility problems with latest iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic vault locking option
  • Improved search and file management functionality
  • Support for more cloud storage providers
  • Offline file access and editing

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AxCrypt

Subscriptions2
  • AxCrypt Premium Month1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • AxCrypt Premium Year1 Month trial$56.991 Year
5 purchases

Cryptomator

Subscriptions1
  • Full Version$9.991 Year
One-time4
  • 30-Day TrialFree
  • Free UpgradeFree
  • Paid Upgrade$2.99
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  • Full Version$19.99

Questions

Is AxCrypt free?
AxCrypt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cryptomator free?
Cryptomator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AxCrypt or Cryptomator?
Cryptomator is rated higher. AxCrypt averages 3.3 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while Cryptomator averages 4.4 from 426 ratings.
Do AxCrypt or Cryptomator have ads?
Neither AxCrypt nor Cryptomator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AxCrypt or Cryptomator?
AxCrypt ships an update monthly, and Cryptomator every 3 weeks. Most recently, AxCrypt was updated on September 30, 2026 and Cryptomator on October 18, 2026.

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