Comparison

File Password Keeper vs PassCat.

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

Head to head
About

File Password Keeper

Securely store and encrypt passwords, text, rich text, and files using strong ChaCha20-Poly1305 encryption. Syncs encrypted data to your Google Drive for cross-device access while maintaining offline security.

Highlights
  • Offline encryption with ChaCha20-Poly1305
  • Master password and key for data access
  • Encrypts text, rich text, images, and files
  • Google Drive sync with end-to-end encryption
  • Autofill and password generator
  • Data import from other password managers
  • Browser autofill extension
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1LimX: The Ultimate File Note Password Keeper and Encryption Tool. Powered by ChaCha20-Poly1305 encryption (chosen by Google - https://developer.apple.com/documentation/cryptokit/chachapoly), the 1LimX app is your all-in-one solution for secure password management and data protection. Your Master Password, Your Master Key 1LimX uses a master password and master key—known only to you—to encrypt all your data offline. This ensures that your sensitive information remains secure and accessible only by you. Complete Data Protection Solution 1LimX is more than just a password keeper. It’s a powerful tool for managing passwords, encrypting/decrypting text, rich text, and files—all in a user-friendly interface. Whether you’re storing passwords, securing files, or encrypting sensitive information, 1LimX has you covered. Secure, Private, and Synced via Your Own Google Drive Your data is protected with 256-bit ChaCha20-Poly1305 encryption, the same industry-standard encryption chosen by Google. Everything—from setting up your master password to storing your data—happens offline on your device, ensuring complete privacy. Even when you sync data to the cloud, it remains end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) by your master password and master key. Your encrypted data is stored in your own Google Drive, giving you full control over your information. Multiple Data Types & Lightning-Fast Encryption 1LimX supports a wide range of data types, including: • Text • Rich text • Images and files • Dates, times • 2-factor authentication codes (Using secret keys or scanning QR codes via screen capture) With fast encryption, you can secure gigabytes of data in seconds. Everything happens offline, optimized for speed and security on your device. More Than Just a Password Keeper 1LimX goes beyond traditional password managers with features like: • Autofill • Auto backup • Password generator • Custom text and file encryption • Extracting text from camera-taken images (on mobile) and filling multiple item fields at once • Field Finder: Easily locate fields within items containing long list of fields • Encrypt custom text, rich text, files without creating an item • Backing up all data to a single, sharable encrypted file allows for easy access across devices. This can be used with different master passwords and master keys for local use • Data Import: Import data (e.g., passwords, logins, bank accounts) from other password managers: 1. CSV: 1Password, Bitwarden, Dashlane, Nordpass, Lastpass, KeePass, RoboForm 2. JSON: Keeper, Enpass • BROWSER AUTOFILL EXTENSION: Autofill support is now available on Firefox, Chrome and Chromium-based browsers (requires main app open and the 1LimX Autofill Extension installed in the browser). And yes, it works entirely offline! • And many more... Pre-Built Templates for Efficiency Save time with pre-designed templates for: • Credit cards • Addresses • Bank accounts • Passports • Driver’s licenses ...and more. It’s not just a password keeper—it’s your ultimate data organizer. Open-sourced We're on a path to open-source the app. Starting with the encryption part, you can find the code here: https://github.com/1limxapp. Cross-Platform Availability 1LimX is available on Windows, Linux, Mac, iPhone, iPad, ensuring seamless access to your encrypted data across all your devices. Why Choose 1LimX? 1LimX combines the best of both worlds: a secure password keeper and a powerful encryption tool. With offline encryption, end-to-end cloud sync, and user-friendly features, it’s the ultimate solution for protecting your digital life. See more at: https://1limx.com/faqs/ https://1limx.com/demo/ https://1limx.com/gallery/ https://1limx.com/download/ Privacy Policy: https://1limx.com/legal/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://1limx.com/legal/terms-of-service/

About

PassCat.

Features
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PassCat is a password manager that stores your passwords encrypted on your own device, ready to copy with a single tap. Optionally, it can sync with your own cloud storage (Google Drive / Dropbox / Box / WebDAV) so you can use the same data on multiple devices. We do not operate any server that stores your passwords. Your data lives only on your device and, if you choose, in your own cloud account.

Screenshots

File Password Keeper4 screens
PassCat.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PassCat. at none against File Password Keeper's 3. File Password Keeper's advantage is iOS requirement (10 vs 15.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. File Password Keeper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per year. PassCat. asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

File Password Keeper ships an update every 2 weeks, PassCat. every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
File Password Keeper versus PassCat.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile Password KeeperPassCat.
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size136 MB112 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinh Do HuuKazuko Fujii

In-app purchases

3 purchases

File Password Keeper

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription1 Month trial$9.001 Year
One-time2
  • One-Time Purchase$39.00
  • Lifetime$79.99
None

PassCat.

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is File Password Keeper free?
File Password Keeper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PassCat. free?
PassCat. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do File Password Keeper or PassCat. have ads?
Neither File Password Keeper nor PassCat. shows ads.
Which is updated more often, File Password Keeper or PassCat.?
File Password Keeper ships an update every 2 weeks, and PassCat. every 9 days. Most recently, File Password Keeper was updated on October 24, 2026 and PassCat. on October 27, 2026.

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