# Password Encrypted Message vs App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

The clearest difference is rating: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps at 4.6 against Password Encrypted Message's 4.0. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps also leads on ratings volume (9.7K vs 1). Password Encrypted Message's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password Encrypted Message sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Encrypted Message | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-encrypted-message/id1476157384/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **9.7K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 40.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 13 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Fanatic Development](https://appshunter.io/developer/488507501) | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Encrypted Message

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-encrypted-message/id1476157384)

Securely share sensitive information through encrypted messages. This app allows you to encrypt and decrypt messages with a password, making it ideal for private communication or fun password-guessing games with friends.

**Highlights:** Encrypt messages with a password, Decrypt password-protected messages, iMessage integration for easy use, Share private information securely, Fun password-guessing games

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Messages | $0.99 | one-time |


### App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749)

Secure your digital life with this app that locks and hides your applications, photos, videos, and passwords. Automate app blocking based on time or location, and manage sensitive data with ease. It's your all-in-one solution for comprehensive privacy protection.

**Highlights:** Lock and block any app, Automated app blocking by schedule, Location-based app locking, Photo and video vault, Password management, Secret contacts and duplicate cleaner, Private camera

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock - Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing
- 🔒 Fantastic all-in-one security solution
- 👍 User-friendly and reliable
- 🔒 Provides great security and privacy
- 👍 Seamless integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🐛 Buggy and freezes
- 💰 Expensive/Requires subscription
- 🐛 Outdated instructions
- 🐛 Doesn't actually hide apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't lock or hide anything
- Subscription popup issues
- Locking process not working
- Shortcuts not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Backup data option
- Support for more apps to lock


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Encrypted Message free?

Password Encrypted Message is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps free?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Password Encrypted Message or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. Password Encrypted Message averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 from 9.7K ratings.

### Do Password Encrypted Message or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps have ads?

Neither Password Encrypted Message nor App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps shows ads.

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