Comparison

Cloak Files vs Cryptomator

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

Head to head
About

Cloak Files

Securely encrypt and decrypt files without needing to manage passwords. Share sensitive information via cloud storage or email, ensuring only authorized recipients can access it. Supports various sign-in methods and offers advanced security features for personal and enterprise use.

Highlights
  • Password-free file encryption
  • Secure file sharing
  • Client-end encryption and key generation
  • AES, RSA, and ECC encryption
  • Single Sign-On integration
  • Enterprise Single Sign-On via Cloak Gateway
  • Key management tools
Features
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Cloak provides simple password-free file encryption. Cloak supports sign in with your Apple, Google, Facebook or Dropbox ID. If your team likes it, it is easy for your organization to enable its staff to sign on to Cloak Apps using their Windows Active Directory or LDAP accounts, through our Cloak Gateway. Cloak (encrypt) your files, so that you can safely store or share them on the cloud or via email. Only your authorized recipients will be able to uncloak (decrypt) the files. With our key management services, there are no file passwords to send to recipients. It also works out of the box across major platforms. This product is free to use and is not plagued by advertisements. As a privacy protection tool, it only asks for minimum permissions on your device. Advanced security specifications: 1.Encryption: a. Client-end encryption b. Client-end key generation c. Unique cryptographic key for each user d. AES encryption (256 bit) e. RSA encryption (2048 bit) f. ECC encryption f. PKI and X509 support 2. Single Sign-On (Google, Facebook, Dropbox, Box) 3. Enterprise Single Sign-On (ADFS/LDAP through *Cloak Gateway) 4. Multi-Factor Authentication (with *Cloak Gateway) 5. User Key Control (with *Cloak Gateway) 6. Key Management Tools for: a. Lost certificate recovery b. Endpoint revocation c. User revocation 7. Sharing a. No file password required b. Company groups and users sharing c. Owner notification and approval of file access requests * Cloak Gateway is a enterprise service. Kindly contact us for a demo.

About

Cryptomator

Encrypt your sensitive data stored in cloud services with this easy-to-use tool. Secure your files and folders with a password and access them across all your devices. It offers robust security features and is compatible with major cloud storage providers.

Highlights
  • Create and manage encrypted vaults
  • Password protection with Face ID/Touch ID unlock
  • Compatible with iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and more
  • Open-source and publicly documented encryption
  • AES 256-bit file content and filename encryption
  • Integrated with the Files app
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The "Full Version" is basically the same as Cryptomator with the in-app purchase "Full Version" unlocked. This app is available for interested parties using Apple School Manager or Apple Business Manager that are unable to buy in-app purchases. Or if you want to gift the app to your friends or family. Happy crypting! --- Take the security of your data into your own hands. Cryptomator encrypts your files before they reach the cloud — so only you hold the key. Not your cloud provider, not us, no one. Most cloud providers encrypt your data only during transmission, or they keep the decryption keys themselves — keys that can be stolen, copied, or misused. With Cryptomator, the key to your data stays in your hands. EASY TO USE Cryptomator is a simple tool for digital self-defense. Protect your cloud data yourself, independently. • Assign a password to a folder — we call it a vault. That's all: no key creation, no registration, no configuration • Unlock vaults with Face ID / Touch ID • Fully integrated into the Files app — browse and open your encrypted files right where you already manage them • Everything you save into a vault is encrypted automatically COMPATIBLE Cryptomator works with the most commonly used cloud storages and is available for all major operating systems. • Compatible with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, SharePoint (incl. Microsoft Teams), pCloud, Box, WebDAV- and S3-based cloud storage services • Create vaults in any location via other File Providers (third-party apps must support this) • Access the same vaults across all your mobile devices and computers SECURE & TRUSTWORTHY You don't have to trust Cryptomator blindly, because it is open source software — everyone can see the code: https://github.com/cryptomator/ios • No backdoors and no expiration date, thanks to open source • File content and filename encryption with AES and 256 bit key length • Vault password secured with scrypt for enhanced brute-force resistance • Independently audited by security researchers; crypto implementation publicly documented If someone looks into the folder in your cloud, they cannot draw any conclusions about your data. AWARD-WINNING Cryptomator received the CeBIT Innovation Award 2016 for Usable Security and Privacy. CRYPTOMATOR COMMUNITY Join the Cryptomator Community and participate in the conversations with other Cryptomator users: • Community: https://community.cryptomator.org • Mastodon: @cryptomator@mastodon.online

Screenshots

Cloak Files4 screens
Cryptomator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Cloak Files at Free against Cryptomator's $19.99. Cloak Files also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.8) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On ratings volume, update cadence, in-app purchases 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

Cloak Files is free to download; Cryptomator costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cloak Files holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 5 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cloak Files ships an update every 3 months, Cryptomator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Cloak Files versus Cryptomator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCloak FilesCryptomator
PriceFree — better$19.99
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better3.8 (5 ratings)
Number of ratings55
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCloak Pte. Ltd.Skymatic GmbH

Customer experience

Cloak Files

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Cryptomator

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Cloak Files

No in-app purchases

None

Cryptomator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cloak Files free?
Cloak Files is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cryptomator free?
Cryptomator costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Cloak Files or Cryptomator?
Cloak Files is rated higher. Cloak Files averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Cryptomator averages 3.8 from 5 ratings.
Which is updated more often, Cloak Files or Cryptomator?
Cloak Files ships an update every 3 months, and Cryptomator every 2 months. Most recently, Cloak Files was updated on September 21, 2026 and Cryptomator on October 24, 2026.

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