Comparison

MCBackup vs CryptoBox Lite

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

Head to head
About

MCBackup

Easily back up, export, and restore your contacts without a computer or account. Supports multiple export formats like Excel and PDF, with custom field selection for tailored backups. Keep your address book safe and organized.

Highlights
  • One-tap contact backup
  • Export to VCF, CSV, Excel, PDF
  • Custom field selection
  • Selective import
  • Find and merge duplicates
  • Works offline and privately
Features
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Never lose a phone number again. Trusted by 500k+ iPhone users, MCBackup is the simple way to back up, export, and restore your contacts right on your device. No computer. No account. Just tap Backup. NEW: Excel, PDF and custom field selection Back up contacts as Excel (XLSX) or PDF, in addition to VCF and CSV Choose exactly which fields to export: names, phone numbers, emails, addresses, company, birthdays, notes and more Import selectively by field. Pick which details to bring back into your address book. Full Notes support. Contact notes are now saved in backups and restored on import. WHY MCBACKUP? One-tap backup: save your whole contact list in seconds Four export formats: VCF (vCard), CSV, Excel and PDF. They work with email, Files, AirDrop, iCloud Drive, Google Drive and Dropbox. Custom exports: include only the fields you need for a clean, ready-to-use file Printable PDF contact list: handy as a paper copy or for sharing with family Excel-ready spreadsheets: easy to sort, edit, or use in business and CRM tools Restore anytime: recover deleted numbers or move contacts to a new iPhone Smart import: restore all contacts or only the ones you choose, with the fields you choose Find and merge duplicates: clean up duplicate names, phone numbers and emails Works offline and stays private: backups stay on your device until you decide where to save them PERFECT FOR Upgrading to a new iPhone or iPad Keeping a safe copy before iOS updates, repairs or resets Printing a contact list or sharing it as a PDF Managing business contacts in Excel Cleaning up a messy phonebook before a trip or job change Sharing your address book in a universal file format HOW IT WORKS Tap Backup and choose VCF, CSV, Excel or PDF Select the contact fields you want to include Save to Files, email it to yourself, or AirDrop it to another device Restore or import whenever you need, choosing which contacts and which fields YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS MCBackup has no sign-up and no servers. Your contacts never leave your device unless you choose to share the file. Available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Turkish, Russian, Danish and Arabic. Download MCBackup free and keep your contacts safe today. Privacy Policy: https://ruruinfotech.com/PrivacyPolicy/ContactsbackUp/McBackup_privacy.html

About

CryptoBox Lite

Features
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CryptoBox – All-In-One Encrypted Privacy Vault Your fully offline secure locker to guard all private data on your iPhone. All encryption runs locally on your device, no raw data uploaded to cloud servers. Core Privacy & Security Features Encrypted Photo Albums Create password-locked hidden photo vaults. Rename, separate password protection for single albums, fully hide albums from gallery previews. All images encrypted end-to-end locally. Professional Password Manager Store logins, bank cards, identity info & secret notes. Built-in password generator, password health security score, 2FA code storage, tag classification for quick account search. Private Encrypted Memos & File Locker Write confidential encrypted notes with reminders; lock local documents & files inside the secure vault. Multi-Layer Device Security Lock Master password primary unlock screen Face ID / Biometric quick unlock toggle Custom auto-lock timeout & Lock on Leave trigger Auto clear clipboard after custom delay (prevent credential leaks) Background screen blur when app enters background Screenshot intrusion alert to stop unauthorized capture Global haptic feedback for security interactions Comprehensive Privacy Settings Dashboard Real-time security score detection, one-tap view of enabled protections: Face ID status, strong password check, screen blur, 2FA activation status. Customize app language, global security switches, encrypted storage management. Why Choose CryptoBox? 100% Local Encryption: No plaintext data shared to external servers Zero third-party data collection for advertising Granular independent locks for photos, passwords & files Anti-leak tools: Clipboard auto wipe, background blur, screenshot alerts Biometric + master password dual protection for maximum safety Lightweight, low power usage, offline full functionality Permissions Usage Statement (for Apple Review Team) We only request system permissions for core vault functionality, no data shared or collected for marketing: Contacts Permission: Import account usernames/contact identities to quickly fill password manager identity forms; contact data never uploaded outside your device. Location Permission: Trigger the "Lock on Leave" security feature – auto lock the entire vault when your device leaves a custom geofenced safe location. Location data is processed only locally and never stored or transmitted externally. Photo Library Permission: Import photos/videos into encrypted hidden albums; original media remains untouched in your system gallery, imported copies fully encrypted inside CryptoBox vault. Face ID/Biometric Permission: Quick biometric unlock for the vault as alternative to master password (user opt-in toggle). Clipboard Access: Auto-clear clipboard content after set delay to prevent accidental credential exposure. Important Privacy Promise CryptoBox never sells, shares or transmits your private photos, passwords, files, contacts or location data to any third parties. All encryption and data processing happens offline on your iPhone.

Screenshots

MCBackup4 screens
CryptoBox Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CryptoBox Lite at every 9 days against MCBackup's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MCBackup ships an update every 3 months, CryptoBox Lite every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MCBackup versus CryptoBox Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMCBackupCryptoBox Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB273 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRavi KotadiyaPT. HAPPY CUBE JAYA

Bugs and requests

MCBackup

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes frequently
  • Incorrect contact merging
  • Backup files not working
  • Contacts disappearing after use

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to disable ads
  • Improved contact backup and restore
  • Better duplicate contact management
  • Export to more file formats

CryptoBox Lite

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

MCBackup

No in-app purchases

None

CryptoBox Lite

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MCBackup free?
MCBackup is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CryptoBox Lite free?
CryptoBox Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MCBackup or CryptoBox Lite have ads?
Both MCBackup and CryptoBox Lite show ads.
Which is updated more often, MCBackup or CryptoBox Lite?
MCBackup ships an update every 3 months, and CryptoBox Lite every 9 days. Most recently, MCBackup was updated on November 2, 2026 and CryptoBox Lite on November 5, 2026.

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