Sherlocked vs NoteCrypt
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sherlocked
Securely store and manage passwords, passkeys, credit cards, and documents across your Apple devices. Log in to apps and websites with a single tap using Face ID or Touch ID. Offers a free tier with limited items and a one-time purchase or subscription for unlimited access.
- Password and passkey management
- Secure document storage
- Automatic form filling
- Face ID/Touch ID unlock
- Cross-device iCloud sync
- Built-in authenticator
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A private, secure vault for passwords, passkeys, AND MORE — built exclusively for the Apple ecosystem. Sherlocked remembers all your passwords and passkeys and logs you in to websites and apps with a single tap — across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. SIMPLE. SECURE. PRIVATE. Simple A clean, thoughtfully designed Apple-native interface that feels right at home on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Secure Your vault is protected with strong, industry-standard AES-256 encryption and secured by a master password only you know. Private Your data lives in your own private iCloud database. It’s never sent to our servers. LOGIN WITH A TAP • Create strong, unique passwords for every website and app • Store, manage, and sign in seamlessly with modern Passkeys • Automatically fill passwords in apps and websites • Use Face ID or Touch ID to unlock instantly STORE MORE THAN JUST PASSWORDS • Passwords, credit cards, notes, codes, and more • Scan and securely store documents • Organize everything with tags and custom fields • Share selected items securely using QR codes AVAILABLE ON ALL YOUR APPLE DEVICES Your vault syncs automatically across iPhone, iPad, and Mac using iCloud. Always up to date. Always with you. SECURITY, BY DESIGN Your data is encrypted before it’s stored and can only be decrypted with your master password. We don’t have access to your information. • Built-in authenticator for two-factor authentication (2FA) • Quick lock/unlock with Face ID or Touch ID FLEXIBLE PRICING FREE FOREVER Store up to 10 items — no time limit. ONE-TIME PURCHASE Unlock unlimited items for life with a single payment. No more subscriptions. SUBSCRIPTION OPTION Choose an auto-renewable subscription if you prefer. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage subscriptions in your Apple ID settings. • Privacy policy: https://sherlockedapp.com/privacy.html • Terms of use: https://sherlockedapp.com/terms-of-use.html
NoteCrypt
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NoteCrypt - Your Private Encrypted Notes App Protect what matters most with SecureNote Vault, the secure and private note-taking experience built for privacy-minded users. Whether it’s personal thoughts, passwords, meeting notes, or creative ideas, your data stays safe and accessible only to you. KEY FEATURES Military-Grade Security • AES-256 encryption - same standard used by governments • End-to-end encryption - only you can access your notes • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) • Auto-lock with customizable timeouts Seamless Note-Taking • Beautiful, distraction-free writing experience • Rich text formatting support • Instant search across all notes • Categories and tags for organization • Quick note creation Advanced Privacy Protection • Zero-knowledge architecture - we can't read your data • Local-only storage option • Emergency wipe feature • Passcode fallback authentication • Secure background auto-lock Optimized for All Devices • Native iPad support with sidebar navigation • iPhone-optimized interface • Dark/Light mode support • iCloud sync (optional) • Offline-first design SMART ORGANIZATION • Smart categories with visual tags • Quick filters and search • Pin important notes • Archive old notes • Bulk operations SECURITY YOU CAN TRUST Unlike other note apps that store your data in plain text, NoteCrypt encrypts everything before it leaves your device. Your journals, passwords, ideas, and confidential information remain protected even if your device is compromised. Perfect For: - Personal journals & diaries - Password & sensitive information - Business ideas & plans - Confidential meeting notes - Travel plans & important documents - Creative writing & brainstorming WHY CHOOSE NOTECRYPT? "Finally, a notes app that takes privacy seriously without compromising on design or usability." - Our Users
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Sherlocked at Free against NoteCrypt's $0.99. NoteCrypt's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On 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
Sherlocked is free to download; NoteCrypt costs $0.99 up front. Sherlocked sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. NoteCrypt asks for nothing beyond the download.
Sherlocked ships an update every 2 months, NoteCrypt every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sherlocked | NoteCrypt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stashword Inc. | Harshad Jadav |
In-app purchases
Sherlocked
- Unlimited Items$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$39.99
NoteCrypt
No in-app purchases









