Comparison

1Password vs KnowScam Mobile

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

Head to head
About

1Password

Securely store, generate, and share all your sensitive information, including passwords, documents, and notes, across all your devices. Get automatic security alerts for compromised credentials and enjoy a user-friendly interface for effortless online safety.

Highlights
  • Cross-device password synchronization
  • Automatic form and login filling
  • Secure sharing of sensitive information
  • Watchtower security alerts
  • Document and note storage
  • Two-factor authentication support
Features
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1Password is the world’s most loved password manager, trusted by millions of people and over 90,000 businesses to keep their secrets safe. "1Password offers the best combination of features, compatibility, security, and ease of use." —Wirecutter == All your passwords on all your devices == 1Password makes it easy to create and use strong passwords, and sign in to any app or website in seconds. Your information is available on as many devices as you need, with beautifully-designed apps for every platform and web browser. == Sharing made simple == 1Password is the safest way to share logins, credit cards, documents, and other important information. Keep personal items private, and securely share secrets with the people who need them. And if a team or family member gets locked out, you can help them recover access. == More than just passwords == Automatically fill forms, payment details, and logins on websites and in apps. Save important documents like passports and identity cards, safeguard your software licenses and medical records, and store private notes for safekeeping. == Better than your browser's password manager == 1Password gives you access to your data from unlimited devices on any platform. Unlock in an instant with Apple Watch or Touch ID on supported devices. Plus, use it as an authenticator for easy access to one-time passwords for multi-factor authentication. == Uniquely secure, completely private == The information you store in 1Password is encrypted end-to-end, and only you hold the keys to decrypt it. We can't see what you store in your account or which sites you visit, and our system is designed to keep your data safe – even if your device is stolen or our servers get hacked. Learn more about our security model at 1Password.com/security. == Get automatic security alerts == Identify potential threats before they happen. Watchtower warns you about weak, reused, or compromised passwords so you can update them right away. You'll also get an alert if any of your credentials are exposed in a data breach. == The 1 for Business == Protect your most vulnerable assets: your company secrets. 80% of data breaches can be traced to weak, reused, or shared credentials. 1Password integrates seamlessly with your company's infrastructure so you can secure your team without slowing them down. Administrators can effortlessly provision new users, recover accounts, and use domain breach reports to see if any company email addresses or credentials have been exposed in a data breach. == The world's most-loved password manager == Hailed as the #1 password manager by Wired, New York Times, CNN, and The Wall Street Journal, millions of people trust 1Password to keep them safe online. 1Password helps secure over 90,000 businesses, including IBM, Slack, Intercom, and PagerDuty. == Get started for free == Try 1Password free for 14 days, then find the plan that’s right for you or your business. Use 1Password on as many devices as you need, with apps for every platform, unlimited password and item storage, and personalized support. Terms of Use: https://1password.com/legal/terms-of-service/

About

KnowScam Mobile

This app uses AI to detect and prevent scams by scanning various communication channels and verifying identities. It offers expert guidance and educational resources to keep users safe from online threats.

Highlights
  • AI-powered scam detection
  • Scan emails, messages, and web addresses
  • Verify online identities
  • Access to scam intervention experts
  • Scam education resources
  • Real-time threat prevention
Features
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Protect yourself with industry-leading, comprehensive scam detection and prevention services. KnowScam uses cutting-edge AI technology to detect and prevent scams in real time, keeping you one step ahead of potential threats. The KnowScam service includes a range of features to help keep you safe: • Scan & Score - Scan emails, images, physical mail, QR codes, social media messages, text messages, and web addresses to determine whether they're legitimate or an attempt to deceive. • IDeveryone - Verify the identity of people you meet online to help protect against dating scams, marketplace scams, and more, using only their basic contact information. • Scam Intervention - Access trained experts who can provide guidance if you think you're involved in a scam or have become a victim. • Scam Education - Get up-to-date information on the latest scam trends and safety best practices to stay one step ahead. WHAT YOU CAN DO IN THE APP As part of your service, the KnowScam mobile app lets you: • Review your scam detection results on the go for accounts already enrolled in AutoScan. • Use QuickScan to select items, such as texts or social media messages, for review with Scan & Score. • Start IDeveryone verifications right from the app to confirm the identity of anyone you've met online, such as through a dating site or marketplace. NEED MORE HELP? For further assistance with your account, to speak with the Scam Intervention team, or to access our Scam Education services, log in at https://portal.scamnetic.com. The KnowScam companion app is compatible with iOS devices and can be downloaded from the App Store. -------- KnowScam is a registered trademark of Scamnetic, Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.scamnetic.com

Screenshots

1Password4 screens
KnowScam Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: KnowScam Mobile at 100% against 1Password's 39%. KnowScam Mobile also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). 1Password's advantage is ratings volume (45K vs 15) and chart position (#35 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. 1Password sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. KnowScam Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KnowScam Mobile holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 1Password has 45K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of 1Password's written reviews are positive against 100% of KnowScam Mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1Password ships an update fortnightly, KnowScam Mobile every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
1Password versus KnowScam Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1PasswordKnowScam Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (45K ratings)5.0 (15 ratings) — better
Positive reviews39.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings45K — better15
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#35 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size402 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAgileBits Inc.Scamnetic, Inc.

Customer experience

1Password

All ratings45,353 ratings
Positive91.6%
Neutral2.3%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews2,331 reviews
Positive39.0%
Neutral9.3%
Negative51.7%

KnowScam Mobile

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

1Password

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Face ID not working consistently
  • App opening to wrong password entry in edit mode
  • Syncing issues causing data loss
  • Scrolling and navigation bugs in the iOS app
  • Inability to delete passwords from the Watchtower tab

Requested features

5 requests
  • Option to use passcode instead of Face ID
  • Ability to rename login titles
  • Improved search functionality
  • Easier management of duplicate entries
  • More customization options for the home screen

KnowScam Mobile

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

1Password

Subscriptions6
  • 1Password Individual Monthly14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • 1Password Family Monthly14 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • 1Password Teams Monthly14 Days trial$24.951 Month
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  • 1Password Individual Annual14 Days trial$47.991 Year
  • 1Password Family Annual14 Days trial$71.991 Year
  • 1Password Teams Annual14 Days trial$299.991 Year
None

KnowScam Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 1Password free?
1Password is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KnowScam Mobile free?
KnowScam Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 1Password or KnowScam Mobile?
KnowScam Mobile is rated higher. 1Password averages 4.7 out of 5 from 45K ratings, while KnowScam Mobile averages 5.0 from 15 ratings.
Do 1Password or KnowScam Mobile have ads?
Neither 1Password nor KnowScam Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 1Password or KnowScam Mobile?
1Password ships an update fortnightly, and KnowScam Mobile every 2 weeks. Most recently, 1Password was updated on November 4, 2026 and KnowScam Mobile on November 4, 2026.

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