# KeePassium (KeePass passwords) vs File Password Keeper

The clearest difference is monetization model: File Password Keeper at free against KeePassium (KeePass passwords)'s free with in-app purchases. File Password Keeper also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). KeePassium (KeePass passwords)'s advantage is ratings volume (1.4K vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and File Password Keeper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

File Password Keeper holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KeePassium (KeePass passwords) has 1.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) ships an update monthly, File Password Keeper every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KeePassium (KeePass passwords) | File Password Keeper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepassium-keepass-passwords/id1435127111/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-password-keeper-1limx/id1615037409/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 79.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 26 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **10** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KeePassium Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1352150144) | [Linh Do Huu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1597264716) |

## What reviewers say

### KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepassium-keepass-passwords/id1435127111)

This open-source password manager prioritizes user privacy and data control. It offers secure offline storage, biometric authentication, and seamless autofill for apps and websites. Advanced features like YubiKey support and password leak audits are available with a premium license.

**Highlights:** Offline password storage, Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID), Password AutoFill, KeePass/KeePassXC compatibility, Optional cloud sync, YubiKey support (Premium), Password leak audit (Premium)

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Donation | $3.00 | one-time |
| Donation | $5.00 | one-time |
| Donation | $10.00 | one-time |
| KeePassium 1.44 Premium | $19.99 | one-time |
| KeePassium 1.51 Premium | $29.99 | one-time |
| Version 2.5 Premium (iOS+Mac) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Version 2.3 Premium (iOS+Mac) | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 👍 Clean and intuitive UI
- 👍 Seamless cloud sync
- 👍 Excellent integration with iOS features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional sync and connectivity issues
- 🐛 Unreliable autofill functionality
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security

**Reported bugs**

- Database file not found errors
- Crashes and freezes on certain operations
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between devices

**Requested features**

- Support for more cloud storage providers
- Advanced password management features (tags, expiration, etc.)
- Improved organization and search capabilities
- Biometric unlock options for non-Face ID devices


### File Password Keeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/file-password-keeper-1limx/id1615037409)

Securely store and encrypt passwords, text, rich text, and files using strong ChaCha20-Poly1305 encryption. Syncs encrypted data to your Google Drive for cross-device access while maintaining offline security.

**Highlights:** Offline encryption with ChaCha20-Poly1305, Master password and key for data access, Encrypts text, rich text, images, and files, Google Drive sync with end-to-end encryption, Autofill and password generator, Data import from other password managers, Browser autofill extension

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $9.00 | per year |
| One-Time Purchase | $39.00 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KeePassium (KeePass passwords) free?

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is File Password Keeper free?

File Password Keeper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or File Password Keeper?

File Password Keeper is rated higher. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while File Password Keeper averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or File Password Keeper have ads?

Neither KeePassium (KeePass passwords) nor File Password Keeper shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or File Password Keeper?

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) ships an update monthly, and File Password Keeper every 2 weeks. Most recently, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) was updated on October 29, 2026 and File Password Keeper on October 24, 2026.

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