Comparison

SAGE Encrypt vs Secret Vault·Private Locker

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

Head to head
About

SAGE Encrypt

Securely encrypt and decrypt your files, including photos, videos, and documents, to protect your privacy. Share encrypted files with trusted friends and control access permissions for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • File encryption without format change
  • Encrypted file reading without decryption
  • Intimate circle encryption for trusted sharing
  • Shared encryption with read-only access
  • Automatic photo encryption
  • Multi-terminal platform support
  • File permission control
Features
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SAGE Encrypt supports multiple languages, cross-platform support for Mac, IOS, Window, Linux and other mobile computer encryption and decryption, is a fast intelligent encryption of your mobile computer files (pictures, videos, office, PDF,CAD,SolidWorks) Software, let you better protect your privacy and secrets, and can be safely shared with authorized secret friends to better enjoy work and life; The main function: 1. Encryption: Do not change the file format, no one can open the encrypted file except yourself, you can safely save to cloud disk or export backup 2. Encrypted reading: the file can be read directly without decryption; 3. Intimate circle encryption: The encrypted files in the intimate circle can only be read by friends in the intimate circle, and cannot be decrypted and copied; 4. Shared encryption: Anyone who shares the encrypted files can browse without entering the circle of close friends. All encrypted files cannot be modified by copying screenshots and recording screens to protect the intellectual property rights of the files; 5. Photo encryption: After the photo is taken, it is automatically encrypted and saved in the safe. Steps to share encrypted files in close circle [1] Both close friends download the APP; [2] Invite friends to join the close circle (share the link through social software, the other party is to enter the mobile phone number to register the mobile phone number, social software registration only needs to enter a nickname), you can also directly enter the close circle name to enter the close circle. [3] The default is to automatically enter the close friends circle. If the close friends circle audit is enabled, the administrator's consent is required to enter the close friends circle; [4] After entering the circle of close friends, the circle of close friends encrypts the file and shares it with the other party. The other party can only read without decryption authority; [5] Remove the close friend. After selecting the close friend to move out of the close friend circle, the encrypted files received by the other party will be invalid and cannot be opened. Technical features: 1. Users do not need to remember the password (one-click identification: WeChat + mobile phone dynamic code + fingerprint identification); remove the problem of complex password forgetting; 2. Support encrypted files without changing the format and storage path, without storing the files in a specific area for protection; 3. Encrypted files can be exported and shared at will, and the problem of file protection can only be solved on a single device; 4. Support mainstream terminal device file encryption and decryption: mobile phone, computer, tablet; realize multi-terminal platform unified encryption, decrypt file, not only file encryption and decryption processing on a single device; 5. Support file encryption reading; the other party can only view the file and cannot be maliciously transmitted; 6. Support file permission control; 7. Support file encryption and circulation; 8. Support file intelligent encryption: such as: automatic copying of files and automatic encryption of files in encrypted folders; 9. Enterprise-level document security protection; contact us WhatApp: +8615094302358 400 Tel: +86-4000897028 Official website: www.360jiami.net

About

Secret Vault·Private Locker

Securely encrypt and hide your files, photos, and videos with a triple-lock system. This app supports nearly every media and document format without conversion, offering multiple transfer methods and a built-in web browser for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Triple lock system (App Lock, File Encryption, Hidden Space)
  • Plays all media and document formats without conversion
  • Multiple WiFi and device-to-device transfer options
  • Built-in web browser with search functionality
  • Supports ZIP, RAR, and other archive extraction
  • Markdown and EPUB reader for private notes
Features
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A local file encryption and privacy manager for your iPhone. App lock, file encryption and hidden space in one place. Plays, extracts and transfers nearly every format — no conversion. 【Triple Lock, Total Privacy】 • App Lock: Gesture / Fingerprint / Face ID on launch • File Encryption: Keep important files locked away • Hidden Space: Keep private photos & videos out of sight 【Play Everything, Stay Organized】 • All formats: video, audio, docs, archives — no conversion • Speed & background playback • Markdown / EPUB: private notes & reading, no traces • Archives: extract ZIP / RAR / 7Z / TAR / GZ / BZ2, password-protected included • Lyrics: match lyrics online for your music, view while playing, edit & export • Text editor: open TXT / LRC / LOG and more, with search & highlight • Video (50 formats): MP4 / MKV / AVI / RMVB / WMV / FLV / MOV / TS / M2TS / VOB / WEBM / SWF / WTV / MXF… 4K & legacy tapes • Audio (56 formats): MP3 / FLAC / APE / WAV / AAC / OPUS / DTS / AC3 / CUE / MIDI / TAK / WV… lossless & surround • Subtitles (23): SRT / ASS / SSA / VTT / IDX / TTML — loaded instantly • Documents (24): PDF / DOCX / XLSX / PPTX / MD / EPUB / Keynote / Numbers / CSV • Images (12): HEIC / JPG / PNG / GIF / WEBP / TIFF / BMP 【5 Ways to Transfer, No Cable Needed】 • WiFi Transfer: enter the IP in a browser, drag & drop • FTP / SMB: connect to LAN servers directly • Device-to-Device: fast nearby transfer • Album Import: save photos & videos privately • iTunes File Sharing: bulk import via cable 【Web Search, All in One】 • "Web Search" entry on the home screen — built-in browser, one tap away • Multiple search engines and direct URL access • Site navigation and bookmarks for faster browsing 【Nice Details】 • Trash: recover accidentally deleted files • Star marks: find what matters fast • Format conversion: one tap for docs & images === What Users Say === "Encryption plus hiding — this app keeps everything private." "WiFi transfer is blazing fast, hundreds of MB in seconds." "Plays almost any format without converting." 【Auto-Renewable Subscription】 1. Service: Premium Membership Auto-renewal 2. Price: $0.99/Quarter, $3.99/Year; lifetime $4.99 as a one-time purchase. 3. Your iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before each renewal. 4. Cancel anytime: Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions → select this membership. Auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before expiry. 5. Terms of Use: https://xiaodev.com.cn/terms.html 6. Privacy Policy: https://xiaodev.com.cn/privacy.html Contact: xiaodeve@163.com Your privacy, guarded with care.

Screenshots

SAGE Encrypt4 screens
Secret Vault·Private Locker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SAGE Encrypt at 100% against Secret Vault·Private Locker's 50%. SAGE Encrypt also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Secret Vault·Private Locker's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. SAGE Encrypt sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Secret Vault·Private Locker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SAGE Encrypt holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of SAGE Encrypt's written reviews are positive against 50% of Secret Vault·Private Locker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SAGE Encrypt ships an update every 6 weeks, Secret Vault·Private Locker weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SAGE Encrypt versus Secret Vault·Private Locker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSAGE EncryptSecret Vault·Private Locker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better4.4 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings47 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB131 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer南京思智信息科技 有限公司景元 肖

Customer experience

SAGE Encrypt

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Secret Vault·Private Locker

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SAGE Encrypt

One-time3
  • Encrypt Monthly VIP$0.99
  • VIP Month$1.99
  • SAGE Encrypt VIP Year$15.99
3 purchases

Secret Vault·Private Locker

Subscriptions2
  • Quarterly Membership$0.993 Months
  • Annual Membership$3.991 Year
One-time1
  • 永久会员$4.99

Questions

Is SAGE Encrypt free?
SAGE Encrypt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Secret Vault·Private Locker free?
Secret Vault·Private Locker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SAGE Encrypt or Secret Vault·Private Locker?
SAGE Encrypt is rated higher. SAGE Encrypt averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Secret Vault·Private Locker averages 4.4 from 7 ratings.
Do SAGE Encrypt or Secret Vault·Private Locker have ads?
SAGE Encrypt shows ads; Secret Vault·Private Locker does not.
Which is updated more often, SAGE Encrypt or Secret Vault·Private Locker?
SAGE Encrypt ships an update every 6 weeks, and Secret Vault·Private Locker weekly. Most recently, SAGE Encrypt was updated on November 2, 2026 and Secret Vault·Private Locker on November 6, 2026.

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