Comparison

Cryptomator vs addy.io

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

addy.io

Manage your email aliases and recipients on the go with this sleek mobile application. Create new aliases, forward emails, and receive notifications for delivery issues. Securely access your account with biometric authentication.

Highlights
  • Create and manage email aliases
  • Forward emails from anywhere
  • Biometric app lock
  • Notifications for delivery issues
  • Alias management via Shortcuts and Siri
  • Widgets for quick access
  • WatchOS app for on-the-go management
Features
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Easily create and manage your addy.io aliases, recipients and more from your phone, tablet or wearable with this gorgeous addy.io app for iOS and iPadOS. Requirements: addy.io instance running v1.8.0 or higher (current version of the addy.io app has been tested with v1.8.0) Characteristics: - Connect to a hosted addy.io instance or your own self-hosted instance - A unique, gorgeous and sleek design, based on the Human Interface Guidelines - Support for Deep Link to easily deactivate aliases from the email banner - Lock the app using Biometrics - App exclusive features - Watching aliases for new emails - Send emails from aliases from anywhere by selecting and sharing text or an email address - Get notified on failed deliveries, domain errors and expiring subscriptions - Create aliases using Shortcuts and Siri - Manage your addy.io subscription - Enable error logging to *locally* store exceptions for easy troubleshooting - Widgets! - Manage and create aliases on the go with the WatchOS app, including support for Siri Security: - Keychain API, your API key and other addy.io related settings are securely stored on your device using the Keychain API - I am forgoing the convenient third-party collection SDK and various stats just so you can use it with confidence. Manage (add, edit, delete): - Aliases - Recipients - Domains - Usernames - Rules - Blocklist - Labels - Failed deliveries What is addy.io: addy.io is an open source email forwarding service designed to protect an Internet user's email addresses from spam and other unwanted emails. Using the addy.io app managing your aliases has become easier than ever! addy.io Terms of Service: https://addy.io/terms?ref=appstore addy.io Privacy Policy: https://addy.io/privacy?ref=appstore

Screenshots

Cryptomator4 screens
addy.io4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: addy.io at 4.7 against Cryptomator's 4.4. addy.io also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 63%). Cryptomator's advantage is ratings volume (410 vs 68). 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 addy.io sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

addy.io holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cryptomator has 410 ratings behind it against 68, 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 81% of addy.io's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cryptomator versus addy.io: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCryptomatoraddy.io
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (410 ratings)4.7 (68 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews81.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings410 — better68
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size95 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSkymatic GmbHaddy.io

Customer experience

Cryptomator

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

addy.io

All ratings68 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral4.4%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive81.0%
Neutral9.5%
Negative9.5%

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

addy.io

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
3 purchases

addy.io

Subscriptions3
  • Pro Plan (1 Month)$3.991 Month
  • Lite Plan (1 Year)$13.491 Year
  • Pro Plan (1 Year)$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Cryptomator free?
Cryptomator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is addy.io free?
addy.io is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Cryptomator or addy.io?
addy.io is rated higher. Cryptomator averages 4.4 out of 5 from 410 ratings, while addy.io averages 4.7 from 68 ratings.
Do Cryptomator or addy.io have ads?
Neither Cryptomator nor addy.io shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cryptomator or addy.io?
Cryptomator ships an update every 3 weeks, and addy.io every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cryptomator was updated on September 24, 2026 and addy.io on September 24, 2026.

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