Comparison

Notebox vs Simpleum Safe Encryption

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

Head to head
About

Notebox

This app offers a secure, block-based editor with Markdown support for local note-taking. For cross-device synchronization and real-time updates, a subscription unlocks cloud features with zero-knowledge encryption.

Highlights
  • Zero-knowledge encryption
  • Block-based editor
  • Markdown support
  • Local-only mode
  • Cross-device sync
  • Real-time updates
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# V2 Ultimate Privacy - All user data is stored with D2D zero-knowledge encryption - Block based flexible editor - Supports Markdown - Local-only use on iPhone, iPad and Mac is FREE. # Subscribe to Sync - Across all devices - Real time - Conflict-Free - Complete Security All personal data is stored in personal iCloud. All synchronization is processed on user device locally. --- privacy policy: https://notebox.cloud/privacy-policy terms of use: https://notebox.cloud/terms-of-use

About

Simpleum Safe Encryption

Securely store and organize your sensitive documents, photos, and videos with bank-grade encryption. Access your data locally without an internet connection and sync across devices. Offers a free download with in-app purchase options for full functionality.

Highlights
  • AES-256 encryption
  • Local data storage
  • Encrypted viewing and editing
  • Document archiving and organization
  • Encrypted photo and video capture
  • Text file creation and editing
  • Document scanning
Features
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SimpleumSafe – Simple. Secure. Encrypted. Your data is valuable. With SimpleumSafe, it stays protected like a digital safe – and neatly archived. Protected by AES-256 encryption and developed in Germany. Important documents like taxes, insurance, and contracts are secure and quick to find. Protection does not stop at storage: content stays encrypted even when viewing or editing. You stay in control: no separate registration, no server login. Data is stored locally on your device and access remains possible even without internet. Your Benefits on iPhone and iPad • Capture encrypted photos and videos directly • Import files from your photo library, camera, or other apps • Document archive – store important documents neatly and find them quickly • Securely organize with tags, favorites, and a search function • Full-screen image viewer and slideshows • Create, edit, and comment on text files • Scan documents with your camera – instantly saved encrypted • Accessible via the Files app • Encrypted full-text search Security without compromise • AES-256 encryption – bank-grade protection • Continuous protection – content stays encrypted even when viewing or editing • Files remain encrypted even in iCloud backups • Face ID and Touch ID for quick access • Background protection and recovery password Synchronized and available anywhere • Sync safes between iPhone, iPad, and Mac • Optionally via iCloud or wirelessly – even without an internet connection Perfect for • For private individuals who want to securely archive important documents – taxes, insurance, contracts • For people who want to keep personal memories private – photos, videos, diaries • For professionals and self-employed who must store confidential data in compliance with GDPR Flexible subscription and one-time purchase options: SimpleumSafe offers both monthly and annual subscription plans tailored to your needs: • Monthly subscription • Annual subscription with a 7-day free trial to get you started. • One-time purchase Free to download. Purchase in the app. Your subscription includes continuous updates and improvements to ensure your data remains protected against evolving digital threats. A one-time purchase option is also available for those who prefer. INVEST IN SECURE ORGANIZATION FOR YOUR DOCUMENTS Download SimpleumSafe and begin your journey to comprehensive digital security on your iPhone and iPad. Further details about our terms and conditions and privacy policy: • Terms of Use: https://simpleum.com/en/safe/simpleumsafe-terms-of-use/ • Privacy Policy: https://simpleum.com/en/about-us/privacy-policy/ Secure your digital world with SimpleumSafe – the secure encryption solution and your document archive for iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Notebox4 screens
Simpleum Safe Encryption4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Notebox at 86% against Simpleum Safe Encryption's 20%. Notebox also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 11 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Notebox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and Simpleum Safe Encryption sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Notebox holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Notebox's written reviews are positive against 20% of Simpleum Safe Encryption's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Notebox ships an update every 2 days, Simpleum Safe Encryption every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Notebox versus Simpleum Safe Encryption: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteboxSimpleum Safe Encryption
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (6 ratings) — better3.9 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings614 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB185 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGuap Inc.Simpleum Media GmbH

Customer experience

Notebox

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

Simpleum Safe Encryption

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Notebox

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Cloud Subscription7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Yearly Cloud Subscription1 Month trial$14.991 Year
5 purchases

Simpleum Safe Encryption

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription2 variants$0.991 Month
  • Annualy1 Year trial$6.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription7 Days trial$6.991 Year
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  • Annual Family Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • One time purchase$22.99

Questions

Is Notebox free?
Notebox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Simpleum Safe Encryption free?
Simpleum Safe Encryption is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Notebox or Simpleum Safe Encryption?
Notebox is rated higher. Notebox averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Simpleum Safe Encryption averages 3.9 from 14 ratings.
Do Notebox or Simpleum Safe Encryption have ads?
Neither Notebox nor Simpleum Safe Encryption shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Notebox or Simpleum Safe Encryption?
Notebox ships an update every 2 days, and Simpleum Safe Encryption every 11 days. Most recently, Notebox was updated on September 30, 2026 and Simpleum Safe Encryption on October 9, 2026.

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