Comparison

MemoTaro vs PassBox

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

Head to head
About

MemoTaro

Securely store your notes with a password lock and biometric authentication. Easily organize, edit, and share your memos with intuitive drag-and-drop and swipe gestures. Find information quickly with powerful search and customize your viewing experience with font settings.

Highlights
  • Password lock with Touch ID/Face ID
  • Drag-and-drop memo organization
  • Swipe to delete notes
  • Direct sharing to messages, mail, social media
  • Memo search and character search
  • Customizable font size and color
Features
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MemoTaro is a memo app with ease of operation, utility, password lock function.  Compatible with Touch ID / Face ID. ◆ Password lock function: · Password lock can be selected. · When lock setting is done, it will be locked when in the background etc so it is safe.  Compatible with Touch ID / Face ID. ◆ Editing function: · Movement of memo is possible by drag & drop. Deleting notes can also be done with swipe, and operability is simplified. · Because you can lock the edits, if you keep the important memo locked, you can prevent mistakes that you accidentally erase. · Selective deletion, all deletion function is also installed ◆ Activity function: · Functions that can post directly to messages, mail, LINE, Twitter etc. ◆ Search refinement function: · It is also possible to narrow down the target memo and display it by entering a search word. ◆ Character search function on the edit screen: ・Even if you write a lot of notes, it is easy to find where you wrote it. ◆ Font setting: The font size and font color (select from black and gray) of the list screen and memo edit screen can be changed. * The maximum number of characters that can be entered in one memo is 100,000 (6.0 or later). * When you delete an application, the saved memo data will be deleted. * If the password becomes unknown, third parties can not invalidate the lock, so please be careful when managing the setting. ◆ Note: Ads will be hidden if you pay.

About

PassBox

Features
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PassBox – Your Smart and Secure Password Manager PassBox is the complete solution to manage, protect, and organize your passwords easily and safely. Designed for personal, professional, and business users, it combines advanced security, modern usability, and intelligent technology in a single app. Total Security, No Compromises • AES-256 Encryption – the government-grade protection standard for confidential data. • Encrypted storage – all your passwords and sensitive notes remain safe from unauthorized access. • Biometric access – unlock with Face ID or Touch ID, quickly and securely. • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – generate and manage temporary OTP codes directly from the app or your Apple Watch. New: PassBox for Apple Watch • View your favorite accounts and OTP codes even without opening your iPhone. • Track real-time countdowns for each code with a dynamic interface. • Send OTP codes to your iPhone with one tap: they’re automatically copied to the clipboard, ready to paste into Safari or any app that requires them. • Enjoy automatic, encrypted synchronization between iPhone and Watch via Apple Watch Connectivity. Intelligent Password Analysis With built-in artificial intelligence, PassBox evaluates your password strength in real time and provides personalized suggestions to enhance security. Receive instant alerts if a password is weak or compromised. Everything You Need • Generate strong, unique passwords. • AutoFill login details on websites and apps. • Multi-device backup and synchronization. • Family management and secure sharing. • Detect weak, duplicated, or expired passwords. • Get automatic reminders to renew your credentials. Available Versions • PassBox Free → up to 3 passwords, ideal for getting started. • PassBox Pro → one-time purchase, no subscription, full functionality. Why Choose PassBox • Unmatched security with end-to-end encryption. • Clean, elegant, and fast interface. • Deep integration with the Apple ecosystem. • Continuous updates and dedicated support. Get Started Today Protect your credentials with a professional, secure, and intelligent app. With PassBox, your privacy is truly in your hands — now also on your wrist.

Screenshots

MemoTaro4 screens
PassBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PassBox at none against MemoTaro's shown. PassBox also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MemoTaro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PassBox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MemoTaro ships an update every 9 days, PassBox every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
MemoTaro versus PassBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMemoTaroPassBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (13 ratings) — better
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasashi SasaokaVittorio Scocca

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MemoTaro

One-time1
  • Ad-free$1.99
1 purchases

PassBox

One-time1
  • PassBox Pro Version$1.99

Questions

Is MemoTaro free?
MemoTaro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PassBox free?
PassBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MemoTaro or PassBox have ads?
MemoTaro shows ads; PassBox does not.
Which is updated more often, MemoTaro or PassBox?
MemoTaro ships an update every 9 days, and PassBox every 5 days. Most recently, MemoTaro was updated on August 11, 2026 and PassBox on September 15, 2026.

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