Comparison

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) vs Guardian Checklist

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

Head to head
About

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

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
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KeePassium is an open-source password manager compatible with KeePass/KeePassXC. Built for IT professionals, power users and privacy enthusiasts, it keeps your data under your control. KeePassium is offline by default, open to review, and independently audited by Cure53. Security • Offline by default — privacy you can verify • Face ID / Touch ID — secure access without typing • Passkeys and one-time codes — when you need more than a password • YubiKey support — strong, hardware-backed protection [Premium] • Password leak audit — detects compromised passwords [Premium] Convenience • Password AutoFill — automatically sign in to apps and websites • Automatic sync — optional, works with major cloud providers or your own server • Multiple databases — share passwords with family and team members [Premium] • Quick registration — create new accounts without switching apps [Premium] • Enterprise storage — keep work passwords in your company’s cloud [Premium] Compatibility • Works with KeePass, KeePassXC, and other KeePass-compatible apps • Supports VoiceOver and large text sizes for accessibility • Premium license covers both iOS and macOS …and of course • No vendor lock-in • No analytics • No ads Privacy KeePassium does not collect any personal data. We sell the app, not its users. Privacy Policy: https://keepassium.com/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://keepassium.com/terms/app EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Guardian Checklist

Streamline safety inspections with digital checklists and hazard documentation. Generate professional PDF reports for immediate distribution, eliminating paperwork. Supports both civilian and military safety standards.

Highlights
  • Digital checklist templates
  • Hazard identification and prioritization
  • Photo documentation with location
  • PDF report generation
  • Civilian and military safety standards
  • iCloud data syncing
Features
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Guardian Checklist is a field inspection tool for safety professionals, supervisors, and unit safety officers who need to find hazards, document them, and get a clear report to the right person, without paperwork piling up afterward. ONE APP, CIVILIAN OR MILITARY - Checklist templates built around OSHA workplace safety standards - Choose your organization type to add military safety overlays on top of the OSHA core - Army users can assess hazards with a DA PAM 385-30 risk matrix and generate reports in AR 25-50 memorandum format - Civilian users get the same inspection depth in a standard business report format INSPECT WITH STRUCTURE - Prioritize findings as P1, P2, or P3 so the most urgent issues get fixed first - Assess each hazard with a built-in risk matrix - Report hazards and mishaps on the spot, even outside a scheduled inspection DOCUMENT WHAT YOU SEE - Attach photos directly to each finding - Photos and reports include location, so every finding is tied to where it was found REPORT AND FOLLOW UP - Generate a professional PDF inspection report - Send it to your safety manager or safety officer through Mail, Messages, Files, or any app you already use - Get reminders for upcoming inspections and overdue corrective actions YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS - No sign-up or account required - Syncs only through your own private iCloud - No analytics, no tracking, no ads - One purchase. No subscription. Guardian Checklist is designed for business and professional use. Guardian Checklist is an inspection aid. It does not guarantee regulatory compliance and does not replace a qualified safety professional's judgment or your organization's official safety program requirements. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by OSHA, the U.S. Department of Labor, the Department of Defense, the U.S. Army, or the National Guard. Users are responsible for following their organization's policies on approved software and on handling sensitive or controlled information. Built by The Option LLC in Vermont.

Screenshots

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)4 screens
Guardian Checklist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: KeePassium (KeePass passwords) at Free against Guardian Checklist's $1.99. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) also leads on ratings volume (1.4K vs 2). Guardian Checklist's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) is free to download; Guardian Checklist costs $1.99 up front. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Guardian Checklist asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Guardian Checklist 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 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) versus Guardian Checklist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeePassium (KeePass passwords)Guardian Checklist
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.7 (1.4K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.4K — better2
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB2 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperKeePassium LabsThe Option LLC

Bugs and requests

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

4 requests
  • 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

Guardian Checklist

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

Subscriptions2
  • Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time4
  • Donation$3.00
  • Donation$5.00
  • Donation$10.00
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  • Version 2.5 Premium (iOS+Mac)$29.99
None

Guardian Checklist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KeePassium (KeePass passwords) free?
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Guardian Checklist free?
Guardian Checklist costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or Guardian Checklist?
Guardian Checklist is rated higher. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Guardian Checklist averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or Guardian Checklist have ads?
Neither KeePassium (KeePass passwords) nor Guardian Checklist shows ads.

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