BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault vs Encrypted Email
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault
Securely store and organize all your important digital and physical documents. Share sensitive information with trusted contacts and access it anytime, anywhere, even offline. Designed for ultimate privacy and productivity.
- Secure cloud storage for files, notes, and passwords
- Import/export with popular apps
- Scan and digitize physical documents
- Invitation-only secure messaging
- Offline access to stored information
- Automatic cross-device synchronization
- Rapid search functionality
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ONE APP. EVERYTHING IMPORTANT. SECURE. Protect your digital life with BUNKR, the all-in-one privacy and security app that brings your documents, passwords, private messaging, file sharing, and secure calls together in one place. Built with bank-grade security, BUNKR makes it simple to protect sensitive information, stay organized, and communicate privately with people you trust. No juggling multiple apps. No complicated security routines. Just one secure place for what matters most. EVERYTHING YOU NEED. ALL IN ONE APP. Secure Document Vault Store and organize IDs, passports, financial records, insurance documents, travel information, and important files in one encrypted digital vault. Secure Password Manager Protect and manage passwords for banking, shopping, travel, and online accounts. Securely share account information with people you trust. Private Messaging & File Sharing Send private messages, share sensitive files and entire folders, and communicate with trusted contacts in a secure environment designed to help prevent unwanted connections. Secure Audio & Video Calls Make private audio and video calls without switching between multiple communication apps. Document Scanner & Private Notes Scan documents directly into your secure vault and keep important notes, personal details, and sensitive information organized. Multi-Device Access Access your important information across supported devices with secure synchronization, keeping everything connected and organized. BANK-GRADE SECURITY. MADE SIMPLE. Your privacy and security are built into every part of BUNKR. - Always-On Encryption: Your information is encrypted in cloud storage and on your device. - Biometric Authentication: Add an important layer of protection when accessing BUNKR on your phone. - Private Connections: Connect and communicate with people you trust, with protections against unknown or unwanted contacts. - Privacy by Design: Your personal information is never sold to third parties. - Built by Security Experts: Created by entrepreneurs with decades of experience protecting sensitive information. - Live Human Support: Get help from real people when you need it. YOUR DIGITAL LIFE. ONE SECURE PLACE. From everyday passwords and personal documents to private conversations and important files, BUNKR brings the tools you need together in one simple, secure app. Protect what matters. Stay connected. Take control of your digital life. Get started with BUNKR today.
Encrypted Email
This app provides a secure and private email service with integrated cloud storage, calendar, and contacts. It offers end-to-end encryption and password-protected emails for enhanced privacy. Ideal for individuals and businesses seeking a secure communication and collaboration platform.
- OpenPGP encrypted emails
- Password-protected emails
- Integrated cloud storage (Drive)
- Shared calendars and contacts
- Workspaces for collaboration
- No tracking or ads
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Mailfence is an encrypted email service that offers a secure and private Email suite with Drive and Workspaces. Restore Privacy says : "Mailfence is a fully-featured alternative to Gmail. Whether you are a regular privacy-conscious user or managing a business team, Mailfence can cater to your needs." The Mailfence app consists of different tools all integrated in an easy to use interface. Messages: • Create a @mailfence.com or @mf.me email address • Send and receive emails • Send and receive OpenPGP encrypted emails • Send Password-protected Emails to anyone • Switch between multiple mailboxes • Keep your inbox tidy and clean with folders, labels and swipes • Receive new email notifications • Your Mailfence email account can also be accessed in POP, IMAP & SMTP via third party email clients Drive / Cloud Storage: • Access your private and shared documents • Manage them with folders and labels • Share your documents with Mailfence users via workspaces / groups • Share documents by making them accessible publicly • Your Mailfence Drive can also be accessed in WebDAV via third party clients Calendar : • Access your private and shared calendars • Create and accept meetings • Layer different calendars • Share your Calendar publicly • Get reminders by email • Your Calendar can also be accessed through CalDAV or ActiveSync via third party clients Contacts / Address book : • Access your private and shared contacts • Manage your contacts with labels and comments • Search in your private and shared address books • Access your mailing lists • Your Mailfence Contacts can also be accessed through CardDAV or ActiveSync via third party clients Why use Mailfence? • No tracking : No ads, no spams, no trackers, no solicitations, no backdoor, free from government surveillance. • Privacy protection : State of the art security features protect your email privacy at all times. • An integrated suite of tools : Messages, Documents, Groups. • Legal protection : Belgian privacy protection law is strong. Only local judges can request information and they must have a court order. It rarely happens. • Workspaces : Share mailboxes, drives and collaborate in shared workspaces. Advanced sharing rights managed by group administrator. • Interoperable : User decides whether to encrypt emails or not. Interoperable with any other OpenPGP encrypted email. • Standard protocols : Interoperability with standard clients : Outlook, Mac Mail, Thunderbird,…. • Individual or teams : Ideal for individual users or professionals. Mailfence in the press: • In an article Kim Komando of Fox News wrote about Mailfence, "It's a great option for small business owners and ordinary users alike." • Lifehacker wrote, "Mailfence is a solid choice with office apps, it's more email- and calendar-focused compared to the comprehensive app suite of Kolab Now." • The ProPrivacy's Ray Walsh mentions in his article “Mailfence is a solid and easy-to-use email provider that is ideal for beginners." • Restore privacy's Sven Taylor wrote, “Mailfence has all the features and options that you are likely to need, whether you are looking to manage the mail for an entire organization, or just want great service for personal use” • Lifewire writes : “Mailfence is a security-centric email service that features end-to-end encryption to ensure nobody but you and your intended recipient can read your messages." For more information, check : • site : https://mailfence.com • support site : https://kb.mailfence.com • blog: https://blog.mailfence.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault at 93% against Encrypted Email's 42%. BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Encrypted Email's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Encrypted Email asks for nothing beyond the download.
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 112 and 115 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault's written reviews are positive against 42% of Encrypted Email's.
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault ships an update every 3 weeks, Encrypted Email every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault | Encrypted Email |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (112 ratings) — better | 3.9 (115 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.2% of reviews — better | 41.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 112 | 115 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BUNKR | Contactoffice Group |
Customer experience
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault
Encrypted Email
User reviews
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault
From 112 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🔒 Excellent security and privacy
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 📂 Organizes documents and files effectively
- 🔑 Secure password management
- 💬 Secure messaging feature
Room to improve
- 🐛 Glitchy and crashes during photo backup
- 🐛 Account creation errors and locked accounts
- 🐛 Slow customer support response
- ⚠️ Lack of integration with iOS ecosystem
Encrypted Email
From 115 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🔒 Secure and private email
- 👍 Clean and simple interface
- 🚫 No ads, no spam
- 🇪🇺 European-based service
- ✨ Minimalist design
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 Emails going to spam
- 🐛 Unreliable notifications
- 🐛 Signup blocks privacy-minded users
- 🐛 Poor customer support for free users
Bugs and requests
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault
Reported bugs
3 issues- Cannot back up photos without glitching/crashing
- Account creation errors, locked accounts, and delayed wait times
- Customer support was unaware of issues and suggested fixes not implemented
Requested features
3 requests- Improve photo backup stability
- Faster customer support response
- Better integration with iOS ecosystem
Encrypted Email
Reported bugs
15 issues- Unable to reach servers on phone app
- App scrolls text off screen while typing
- Emails going to spam folder
- Login failures on iOS
- App doesn't recognize login/password after update
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- Account deactivated too quickly
- Cannot sign up with valid recovery email
- Account hacked
- Cannot delete account
- iPad app glitch: page scrolls up while typing
- Notifications not working
- Cannot send emails with attachments
- Spam notifications even for spam emails
- IMAP connectivity issues
- App logs out from all devices frequently
Requested features
12 requests- Allow account creation with VPNs/privacy tools
- More specific error messages during signup
- Grace period and human review for signup false positives
- Ability to mark emails as 'not spam'
- Folder creation within the app
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- Improved dark mode rendering
- Sender icons
- Landscape mode on iOS
- Printing from mobile app
- Calendar and notes integration in mobile app
- Block sender feature
- Ability to add other email providers
In-app purchases
BUNKR Secure Messaging & Vault
- Pro Access1 Month trial$29.991 Year
- Full Access$39.991 Year
- Pro Access6 variants$39.991 Year
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- Pro Access1 Month trial$39.991 Year
Encrypted Email
No in-app purchases
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