# Password generator.# vs PSWD

The clearest difference is rating: PSWD at 4.9 against Password generator.#'s 4.2. PSWD also leads on review sentiment (97% vs 62%) and ratings volume (153 vs 11). Password generator.#'s advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password generator.# sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and PSWD sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PSWD holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PSWD has 153 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of Password generator.#'s written reviews are positive against 97% of PSWD's.

Password generator.# ships an update every 5 days, PSWD monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password generator.# | PSWD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-generator/id1450508929/reviews) | **[4.9 (153 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pswd-password-generator/id1541482816/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **153** |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | **97.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.2** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peter Bohl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1075788156) | [Kerem Erkan](https://appshunter.io/developer/416098703) |

## What reviewers say

### Password generator.#

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-generator/id1450508929)

This app generates highly secure passwords using 256-bit encryption. Input a keyword to create a secure password and a master password. Generated passwords are not stored within the app for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** 256-bit encryption, Keyword-based password generation, Master password creation, No password storage, Keyword history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Password keywords | $0.99 | one-time |


### PSWD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pswd-password-generator/id1541482816)

Generate strong, random passwords with customizable options. This app offers phonetic password generation, interval separators, and real-time strength analysis. It prioritizes user privacy by operating entirely locally on your device.

**Highlights:** Generates passwords up to 128 characters, Customizable character combinations, Phonetic password generation, Password presets and iCloud sync, Real-time entropy and strength calculation, Share or copy passwords with one tap, Shortcuts app integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small cup of tea | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large cup of tea | $1.99 | one-time |
| Teapot! | $3.99 | one-time |
| Samovar!! | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Essential and convenient
- 👍 Excellent and flexible
- 👍 Lightweight and intuitive
- 👍 Simple and perfect
- 👍 Great professional password generator

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Should generate and copy passwords automatically
- 🐛 Copy & Paste Problems

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Auto-launch option when logging in
- Auto font matching when copy and pasting
- Diceware password generation method
- Display generated passwords when multiple are created
- Reset button for password settings


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password generator.# free?

Password generator.# is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PSWD free?

PSWD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Password generator.# or PSWD?

PSWD is rated higher. Password generator.# averages 4.2 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while PSWD averages 4.9 from 153 ratings.

### Do Password generator.# or PSWD have ads?

Neither Password generator.# nor PSWD shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Password generator.# or PSWD?

Password generator.# ships an update every 5 days, and PSWD monthly. Most recently, Password generator.# was updated on October 21, 2026 and PSWD on October 17, 2026.

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