Comparison

Padloc vs Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

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

Head to head
About

Padloc

Securely store all your passwords, documents, and sensitive information with this intuitive and open-source password manager. Access your data across all devices with seamless cloud synchronization. Share credentials easily with family or team members.

Highlights
  • Secure password storage
  • Document storage
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Open source code
  • Secure data sharing
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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Lock away all your passwords, documents and other important information with this refreshingly simple password manager! ◆ DELIGHTFULLY SIMPLE ◆ As important as it is, we know that worrying about data security and password hygiene is about as much fun as doing your taxes. That's why we made Padloc as beautiful, intuitive and dead simple to use as possible. No clutter, no distractions! ◆ EFFORTLESSLY PORTABLE ◆ Padloc is available on all major platforms and synchronizing your devices is fast and easy. We securely store your data in the cloud so you have access to it from anywhere, any time! ◆ TRANSPARENTLY SECURE ◆ We believe that transparency and openness are the best foundation for trust so we are building Padloc completely out in the open. Our source code is developed under an open source licence so anyone can review it, provide feedback and even offer contributions at any time! ◆ BETTER TOGETHER ◆ Want to share your passwords and documents with your family or team members? No problem! Padloc makes it easy to share and manage your sensitive data within your family, business or any other kind of organization.

About

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

A powerful, private web browser designed for customization and control. It offers desktop-style tab management, built-in ad and tracker blockers, and sync capabilities across devices. Personalize your browsing experience with themes, wallpapers, and dark mode.

Highlights
  • Ad Blocker
  • Tracker Blocker
  • Desktop-like tabs
  • Encrypted Sync
  • Customizable Themes & Wallpapers
  • Dark Mode for Webpages
  • Notes & Bookmarks
Features
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Vivaldi Browser is a powerful, personal, and private web browser. It comes packed with built-in features including desktop-style tabs, an Ad Blocker, tracking protection. Designed to put you back in control. Trusted by millions of users across the world. FEATURES: - Ad Blocker: Browse with minimal distractions. - Tracker Blocker: Stay protected with leading privacy and security features. - Custom Wallpapers & Themes: Pick a theme and background that matches your style. - Dark Mode for all webpages: Force Dark Mode to every website you visit. - Desktop-like tabs: Efficiently manage multiple websites at once. - Encrypted Sync: Seamlessly sync data across your mobile and desktop devices. - Notes: Jot down thoughts and ideas while browsing. - Bookmarks: Organize your favorite sites effortlessly. - Reading Lists: Save articles for offline reading. - Custom App Icon: Personalize Vivaldi's appearance on your home screen. - Switch Search Engines: Choose your preferred search engine on the fly. POWERFUL Packed with flexible features, all built in. PERSONAL You make it your own, Vivaldi adapts to you. PRIVATE We don't track you, or your behavior. DESKTOP-LIKE TABS Bring the robust tab management from your desktop to your iOS device. Vivaldi on iOS features a unique Tab Bar akin to the desktop browser. To activate or deactivate the Tab Bar, head to Vivaldi menu > Settings, and tap on "Show Tab Bar" to toggle the setting. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES Never feel out of touch. Sync your data across devices with end-to-end encryption. From open tabs and saved logins to bookmarks and notes, everything is seamlessly available wherever you go. Add an extra layer of security with an encryption password. SET AS DEFAULT BROWSER Ready to make the switch? Set Vivaldi as your default browser and experience the web like never before. Here's how: Go to Settings, scroll down to Vivaldi, and select it as your Default Browser App. It's that simple! ABOUT VIVALDI With millions active users and a vibrant community of over 1.4 million members worldwide, Vivaldi is redefining what a web browser can be. At Vivaldi, we believe a browser should be powerful, personal, and private. With our unique philosophy of "respect, question, create, and deliver," we're crafting a browsing experience that adapts to you, not the other way around. Some of the links in this app are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the development of Vivaldi and keeps the web browser independent. Thank you for your support! By downloading Vivaldi, you are agreeing to the End User License Agreement at https://vivaldi.com/privacy/vivaldi-end-user-license-agreement/. Learn more about how Vivaldi handles and protects your data in our Privacy Policy at https://vivaldi.com/privacy/browser/.

Screenshots

Padloc4 screens
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser at 4.7 against Padloc's 3.6. Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 41%) and ratings volume (4.4K vs 10). Padloc's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser has 4.4K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Padloc's written reviews are positive against 78% of Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Padloc ships an update every 2 months, Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Padloc versus Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPadlocVivaldi Powerful Web Browser
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (10 ratings)4.7 (4.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.2% of reviews77.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings104.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB241 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMaKleSoft UGVivaldi Technologies

Customer experience

Padloc

All ratings10 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive41.2%
Neutral17.6%
Negative41.2%

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

All ratings4,386 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews1,154 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral7.5%
Negative14.7%

Bugs and requests

Padloc

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Issues with ad blocker not working consistently
  • Problems with tab syncing between devices
  • Text input lag and delays
  • Forced review prompts

Requested features

6 requests
  • Option to move address bar and navigation buttons to the bottom of the screen
  • Ability to set custom search engines
  • Implement a reader mode
  • Add support for browser extensions
  • Improve tab closing/management gestures
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  • Provide more customization options

In-app purchases

None

Padloc

No in-app purchases

None

Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Padloc free?
Padloc is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser free?
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Padloc or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser?
Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser is rated higher. Padloc averages 3.6 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser averages 4.7 from 4.4K ratings.
Do Padloc or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser have ads?
Neither Padloc nor Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Padloc or Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser?
Padloc ships an update every 2 months, and Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser fortnightly. Most recently, Padloc was updated on October 17, 2026 and Vivaldi Powerful Web Browser on October 17, 2026.

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