Comparison

Cryptomator vs Warden

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

Head to head
About

Cryptomator

Encrypt your sensitive data stored in cloud services with this open-source tool. It allows you to create secure vaults with passwords, accessible only by you, and integrates seamlessly with your device's file system. Protect your privacy and ensure your data remains confidential.

Highlights
  • Cloud data encryption
  • Password-protected vaults
  • Face ID/Touch ID unlock
  • Files app integration
  • Compatible with major cloud services
  • Open-source software
Features
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With Cryptomator, the key to your data is in your hands. Cryptomator secures and encrypts your sensitive data in your favorite cloud service. So you can rest assured that only you can access your data. EASY-TO-USE Cryptomator is a simple tool for digital self-defense. It allows you to protect your cloud data by yourself and independently. • Simply create a vault and assign a password • No additional account or configuration needed • Unlock vaults with Face ID / Touch ID • Fully integrated into the Files app COMPATIBLE Cryptomator is compatible with the most commonly used cloud storages and 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 your vaults on all your mobile devices and computers SECURE You don't have to trust Cryptomator blindly, because it is open source software. For you as a user, this means that everyone can see the code: https://github.com/cryptomator/ios • File content and filename encryption with AES and 256 bit key length • Vault password is secured with scrypt for enhanced brute-force resistance • Crypto implementation is publicly documented AWARD-WINNING Cryptomator received the CeBIT Innovation Award 2016 for Usable Security and Privacy. We're proud to provide security and privacy for hundreds of thousands of Cryptomator users. CRYPTOMATOR COMMUNITY Join the Cryptomator Community and participate in the conversations with other Cryptomator users: https://community.cryptomator.org • Follow us on Mastodon @cryptomator@mastodon.online • Like us on Facebook /Cryptomator --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Warden

Securely back up your non-custodial crypto wallet seed phrases using iCloud Keychain. Never lose access to your funds and ensure automatic transfer to new devices. Works with popular wallets like Metamask and Phantom.

Highlights
  • Secure seed phrase storage
  • iCloud Keychain integration
  • Automatic device transfer
  • Works with any non-custodial wallet
  • Open-source code available
  • Fast customer support
Features
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Crypto Warden allows you to securely store your non-custodial wallet seed phrases in your iCloud Keychain to never lose them and keep them accessible in case of need. It's open-source, you can find the code here: https://github.com/get-sentinel/crypto-warden Why should you trust Crypto Warden? Check out our security model at https://getsentinel.io/security-model We rely on the iCloud Keychain to guarantee the state of art security systems provided by Apple while making the user experience the best possible: - never lose your data - automatic transfer to new devices - always available on all your devices Crypto Warden works with any non-custodial wallet: Metamask, Phantom, Terra Station, SUI Wallet, etc. Terms of Service: https://getsentinel.io/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://getsentinel.io/privacy-policy Need help? Something is wrong? Don’t worry! Contact us at hello@getsentinel.io, we are friendly and usually answer in less than 1 hour.

Screenshots

Cryptomator4 screens
Warden4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Warden at 5.0 against Cryptomator's 4.4. Warden also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 63%) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Cryptomator's advantage is ratings volume (410 vs 4). On price, update cadence, 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. Cryptomator sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Warden sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Warden holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cryptomator has 410 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Cryptomator's written reviews are positive against 100% of Warden's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cryptomator ships an update every 3 weeks, Warden every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Cryptomator versus Warden: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCryptomatorWarden
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (410 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings410 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSkymatic GmbHTommaso Carpi

Customer experience

Cryptomator

All ratings410 ratings
Positive83.2%
Neutral3.2%
Negative13.7%
Written reviews284 reviews
Positive63.0%
Neutral9.5%
Negative27.5%

Warden

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Cryptomator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Vault password change issues
  • Files disappearing or becoming inaccessible
  • Freezing and crashes on certain devices
  • Compatibility problems with latest iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Automatic vault locking option
  • Improved search and file management functionality
  • Support for more cloud storage providers
  • Offline file access and editing

Warden

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Cryptomator

Subscriptions1
  • Full Version$9.991 Year
One-time4
  • 30-Day TrialFree
  • Free UpgradeFree
  • Paid Upgrade$2.99
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  • Full Version$29.99
2 purchases

Warden

One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime$1.99
  • Premium Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Cryptomator free?
Cryptomator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Warden free?
Warden is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cryptomator or Warden?
Warden is rated higher. Cryptomator averages 4.4 out of 5 from 410 ratings, while Warden averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Cryptomator or Warden have ads?
Neither Cryptomator nor Warden shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cryptomator or Warden?
Cryptomator ships an update every 3 weeks, and Warden every 6 weeks. Most recently, Cryptomator was updated on September 30, 2026 and Warden on September 28, 2026.

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