Comparison

iWriter 2 vs Passify Password Manager

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

Head to head
About

iWriter 2

A minimalist Markdown text editor designed for distraction-free writing. It offers advanced features like MultiMarkdown support, live preview, Wikilinks, and seamless export to various formats. Built with TextKit 2 for enhanced performance and a smooth user experience.

Highlights
  • Distraction-free minimalist writing environment
  • MultiMarkdown support with live preview
  • Wikilinks and Wiki-Embeds
  • Built-in document manager with search
  • Export to HTML, PDF, EPUB, DOCX, LaTeX
  • LaTeX syntax highlighting and Mermaid diagrams
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iWriter 2 is an elegant and minimalist Markdown text editor designed for distraction-free writing. # iWriter 2 is the next generation of the beloved iWriter text editor. "Simple & beautiful" App Store Review, 2019 "Terrific Writing and Notes App" App Store Review, 2015 "Great simple text editor" App Store Review, 2014 Immerse yourself in a minimalist writing environment designed to enhance focus and productivity. Say hello to structured, professional documents that effortlessly transform your ideas. ## MultiMarkdown Support iWriter 2 is a full-featured Markdown editor built for precision and flexibility. - MultiMarkdown support with live preview and syntax highlighting. - Wikilinks and Wiki-Embeds for connected notes. - Task lists and code blocks made simple. - Keyboard shortcuts for fast inline formatting. ## Built-in Document Manager A built-in document manager that lets you easily organize, browse, and manage all your files in one place — complete with powerful document search to quickly find exactly what you need. ## Rebuilt with TextKit 2 iWriter 2 has been completely rebuilt from the ground up using Apple’s modern TextKit 2 framework, delivering faster performance, smoother scrolling, and a more responsive writing experience. ## Multiple Export Options A refined, user-friendly interface designed for focus and productivity, offering intuitive formatting options and seamless export to multiple formats including HTML, PDF, EPUB, DOCX (Microsoft Word), and LaTeX. ## LaTeX and Mermaid Diagrams iWriter 2 offers LaTeX syntax highlighting, making complex math expressions easy to read and edit as you write. It also supports Mermaid diagrams, letting you create flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more using simple text-based syntax. Both integrate seamlessly into your Markdown workflow, keeping technical writing and visual documentation in one place. --- Terms of Use: http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://serpensoft.com/privacy-policy/

About

Passify Password Manager

This app generates unique passwords algorithmically using a personal secret, eliminating the need to store sensitive data. It offers features like data breach notifications, auto-fill, and 2-factor authentication support.

Highlights
  • Algorithmic password generation
  • Single personal secret for unlimited passwords
  • Data breach notifications
  • Password update reminders
  • iOS Password Auto-Fill integration
  • 2-Factor Authentication (TOTP) support
  • Sync generation rules across devices
Features
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Passify is a new type of password manager... It does not store your passwords. Instead, Passify algorithmically generates them using a Personal Secret you choose... Giving you simple and complete control without keeping your passwords anywhere. === OVERVIEW ================== With Passify, you can mitigate the risk of storing your passwords on your device or in The Cloud. Unlike other password managers, Passify does not store your passwords and instead stores only the rules necessary to algorithmically re-generate them when you need them. Passify remembers your generation rules, and you remember a Personal Secret. Your Personal Secret is not permanently stored and without it, it is impossible for Passify to generate your correct passwords. If your device or your data is lost, stolen or compromised, the attacker will not have be able to acquire your passwords from Passify unless they know your Personal Secret. === FEATURES ================== * ALGORITHMIC PASSWORDS Passify algorithmically re-generates your passwords, eliminating the attack vector caused by storing them. * ONE PERSONAL SECRET, UNLIMITED PASSWORDS With a single Personal Secret, Passify manages unique passwords for all of your accounts without storing them. * DATA BREACH NOTIFICATIONS Passify can alert you if any password has been exposed online in a known data breach. * EASY PASSWORD UPDATES Let Passify remind you when you've used a password for a while and should update it, and easily view your password history. * AUTO-FILL Passify's integration with Apple iOS Password Auto-Fill allows you to safely enter usernames and passwords without retyping or using the clipboard. * EASY PASSWORD CREATION If Passify knows the password rules for a domain you're adding, it will automatically configure the generation rules for you. * 2-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION Passify supports the Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) standard for 2-Factor Authentication, eliminating the need for a separate authenticator app and avoiding insecure SMS text message authentication. * BACKUP AND SYNC ON YOUR TERMS Sync your generation rules across devices without losing control of your data. Passify integrates with your own file hosting provider for sync: - Amazon S3 - BackBlazeB2 - Dropbox - FTPS - Google Drive - iCloud - MEGA - Microsoft OneDrive - NextCloud - ownCloud - pCloud - SSH - WebDAV === ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ================== More information, Frequently Asked Questions, Help, and Videos are available at: https://passify.app View our Privacy Policy at: htts://passify.app/privacy View our Terms of Use & End-User License Agreement at: https://passify.app/terms

Screenshots

iWriter 24 screens
Passify Password Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Passify Password Manager at 100% against iWriter 2's 40%. Passify Password Manager also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and price ($4.99 vs $9.99). iWriter 2's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (10 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

iWriter 2 costs $9.99 and Passify Password Manager $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Passify Password Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iWriter 2 has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of iWriter 2's written reviews are positive against 100% of Passify Password Manager's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iWriter 2 ships an update fortnightly, Passify Password Manager every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iWriter 2 versus Passify Password Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriWriter 2Passify Password Manager
Price$9.99$4.99 — better
Rating4.5 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS2613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB285 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSerpensoft GroupUser Imperative LLC

Customer experience

iWriter 2

All ratings10 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Passify Password Manager

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

iWriter 2

No in-app purchases

None

Passify Password Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iWriter 2 free?
iWriter 2 costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Passify Password Manager free?
Passify Password Manager costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iWriter 2 or Passify Password Manager?
Passify Password Manager is rated higher. iWriter 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Passify Password Manager averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do iWriter 2 or Passify Password Manager have ads?
Neither iWriter 2 nor Passify Password Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iWriter 2 or Passify Password Manager?
iWriter 2 ships an update fortnightly, and Passify Password Manager every 2 months. Most recently, iWriter 2 was updated on November 6, 2026 and Passify Password Manager on November 3, 2026.

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