Comparison

NordLocker vs PulseList

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

Head to head
About

NordLocker

Securely store and encrypt your photos, videos, and files in the cloud or locally. This app offers end-to-end encryption and zero-knowledge architecture, ensuring only you have access to your data. Share files securely with others while maintaining complete control.

Highlights
  • End-to-end file encryption
  • Zero-knowledge cloud storage
  • Local encryption tool
  • Secure file sharing
  • Cross-device syncing
  • Access control
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NordLocker is an encrypted cloud storage app that puts privacy first. Store your files in a securely encrypted cloud that provides maximum protection from data leakage. Why NordLocker? NordLocker was built by the team behind NordVPN, the world’s most popular VPN. As a company, we strive to build the best cybersecurity tools anyone could use. That’s why NordLocker has been recognized by the Cyber Security Awards as the Cloud-Based Product of the Year. Our secure storage uses an end-to-end encryption algorithm to secure your files in the cloud. All data is encrypted with a unique key that gives you complete access control. Encrypted at all times Protect your precious files, upload them to the cloud storage, or sync them across your devices for easy access. And even when files are synced to a shared device, your data stays private. Because no one can see or access your data without your permission. When it comes to sharing files, you can securely share any file or folder via NordLocker in just two steps. Share your files with however many people you like, and wait until they accept your invitation. NordLocker offers an option to share your files via a securely generated link that encrypts the file in transit. You always remain the owner of your files and can stop sharing it whenever you want. Hassle-free security Upload your files into NordLocker, and they’re encrypted instantly. Make NordLocker what you want it to be — media or other files storage for sensitive data. Your data is yours only What's yours is yours. That's why we believe using a cloud app should never be based on trust. Unlike mainstream cloud providers, we can never see your encryption keys or know what you store in your cloud. NordLocker is built on zero-knowledge architecture, meaning we know nothing about what you store in your cloud. Not only is this more secure, but it also gives you complete access control. Download NordLocker and protect your digital assets now!

About

PulseList

This app transforms documents, bills, and screenshots into a concise to-do list. It intelligently extracts key information and deadlines, integrating with your existing reminders and calendar for a unified view. Sensitive data is processed locally, ensuring your privacy.

Highlights
  • Extracts action items from documents and screenshots
  • Combines reminders and calendar events
  • On-device AI processing for privacy
  • Intelligent data extraction and categorization
  • Data export and deletion options
  • Masks sensitive information
Features
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PulseList is one short list of what actually needs you. Type it, say it, photograph it, or hand over a screenshot. PulseList works out what it asks of you and puts that one line on your list. Clear it when it's done. • Share a list and tick it off together. • Screenshot a restaurant, museum or bar in Google Maps to save it as somewhere to go. • One press from Control Center, the Lock Screen or the Action Button (iOS 18 or later). • With PulseList Plus, your Reminders and calendars join the same list. PulseList never changes them. PulseList 1.8 holds no server of its own. No account with us, no analytics, no crash reporter. A list you share goes to your iCloud and the iCloud of the person you shared it with, which is Apple's and not ours. Everything else stays on your iPhone. Free to start. PulseList Plus watches on your behalf: your photo library, Reminders, calendar, repeating tasks, the widget and the month view. $1.99 a month with the first three days free, or $29.99 once. Subscriptions renew until cancelled in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://pulselist.io/terms

Screenshots

NordLocker4 screens
PulseList4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PulseList at 5.0 against NordLocker's 3.7. PulseList also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 weeks). NordLocker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, ads, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. PulseList sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. NordLocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PulseList holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NordLocker has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NordLocker ships an update every 4 weeks, PulseList every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
NordLocker versus PulseList: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNordLockerPulseList
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (13 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews9.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size67 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNordvpn S.A.DAVID SEDACCA

Customer experience

NordLocker

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.8%
Written reviews239 reviews
Positive9.6%
Neutral9.2%
Negative81.2%

PulseList

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

NordLocker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues and recovery key problems
  • Compatibility problems on newer devices
  • Inconsistent file sync and upload failures

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add thumbnail previews for files
  • Allow batch/folder uploads
  • Implement biometric login
  • Integrate with native Files app
  • Add dark mode option

PulseList

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

NordLocker

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

PulseList

Subscriptions1
  • PulseList Plus3 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • PulseList Plus Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is NordLocker free?
NordLocker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PulseList free?
PulseList is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NordLocker or PulseList?
PulseList is rated higher. NordLocker averages 3.7 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while PulseList averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do NordLocker or PulseList have ads?
Neither NordLocker nor PulseList shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NordLocker or PulseList?
NordLocker ships an update every 4 weeks, and PulseList every 2 days. Most recently, NordLocker was updated on October 22, 2026 and PulseList on October 29, 2026.

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