Comparison

iKeePass vs PassNote

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

Head to head
About

iKeePass

Securely store and manage all your passwords with military-grade encryption. This app offers a beautiful interface for your iPhone and iPad, featuring a security dashboard, built-in TOTP for two-factor authentication, and cloud sync options. Access your vault quickly with biometric unlock.

Highlights
  • Military-grade encryption (AES-256, ChaCha20)
  • Security dashboard for password health
  • Built-in TOTP for two-factor authentication
  • Cloud sync (Nextcloud, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive)
  • KeePass KDBX format compatibility
  • Biometric unlock (Face ID, Touch ID)
Features
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iKeePass – Your secure password vault for iPhone and iPad. Your passwords deserve the best protection. iKeePass brings the full power of the KeePass format natively to your iPhone and iPad – with a beautiful, intuitive interface. MILITARY-GRADE ENCRYPTION AES-256 and ChaCha20 protect every single entry. With Argon2d and Argon2id, cracking your master password becomes virtually impossible. SECURITY DASHBOARD How healthy are your passwords? The dashboard shows you weak, duplicate and outdated passwords at a glance. ONE-TIME PASSWORDS (TOTP) Two-factor authentication built right in. No additional app needed – your TOTP codes are always at your fingertips. CLOUD SYNC Sync your password database via Nextcloud (WebDAV), Dropbox, OneDrive or Google Drive. Or open KDBX files directly from your device. KEEPASS FORMAT No vendor lock-in: Your data belongs to you. Full compatibility with KDBX 3.x and 4.x for maximum freedom. BIOMETRIC UNLOCK Unlock your vault in a flash with Face ID or Touch ID. More info at https://ikeepass.de

About

PassNote

Features
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PassNote – Secure, Synced & Simple Tired of forgetting passwords or using the same weak PIN for everything? PassNote is your personal, ultra-secure digital vault. Built with military-grade AES-256 encryption, PassNote securely stores your passwords, bank cards, and private notes, generates unbreakable keys, and syncs seamlessly across all your devices. Your security is our priority. With our strict zero-knowledge architecture, ONLY YOU hold the key to your data. We can't see, track, or access your sensitive information—ever. WHY CHOOSE PASSNOTE? Unbreakable, Military-Grade Security • Industry-leading AES-256-GCM end-to-end encryption. • 100% Zero-knowledge model: Your master key never leaves your device. • Biometric Authentication: Unlock instantly with your fingerprint or face. • Auto-Lock: Set timeouts to secure your vault the moment you step away. Seamless Cloud Sync & Offline Access • Access your vault across all your devices, anytime, anywhere. • Real-time encrypted cloud backup prevents data loss. • Fully functional offline mode—add or view items even without an internet connection. Advanced Password Generator • Instantly generate complex, unbreakable passwords. • Highly customizable: Choose length (up to 32 characters), letters, numbers, and symbols. • Say goodbye to weak or reused passwords. Smart & Intuitive Organization • Categorize everything: Bank accounts, Emails, Social Media, Shopping, Wi-Fi, and more. • Powerful search & filter to find exactly what you need in seconds. • Mark favorites for lightning-fast access to your most-used items. PASSNOTE PREMIUM (One-Time Purchase!) Start protecting your digital life for free. Need more? Upgrade to Premium with a single, one-time payment—NO monthly subscriptions! • Unlimited Storage: Store as many passwords and cards as you need. • 100% Ad-Free Experience • Lifetime Updates & Sync Support • Pay once, own it forever. PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST Unlike other password managers, we don't hold the keys to your vault. • Everything is encrypted LOCALLY on your device before syncing. • No backdoors. No tracking. No compromises. • Important: If you lose your encryption key, we cannot recover your data. Keep it safe! GETTING STARTED IS EASY 1. Sign in securely via Google or Apple. 2. Create your unique, private Master Key. 3. Start adding your passwords & cards—they are encrypted automatically. 4. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your digital life is safe. Download PassNote today and take absolute control of your digital security! Need help? Contact us: support@xappstudio.dev --- Information regarding the auto-renewable nature of subscriptions: • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://passnote.dev/privacy-policy

Screenshots

iKeePass4 screens
PassNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PassNote at Free against iKeePass's $3.99. PassNote also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). iKeePass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On 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

PassNote is free to download; iKeePass costs $3.99 up front. PassNote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iKeePass asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iKeePass ships an update monthly, PassNote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
iKeePass versus PassNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriKeePassPassNote
Price$3.99Free — better
Positive reviews24.1% of reviews—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerfusenigk.de GmbHThanh Nguyen Van

In-app purchases

None

iKeePass

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PassNote

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Premium$9.99

Questions

Is iKeePass free?
iKeePass costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is PassNote free?
PassNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iKeePass or PassNote have ads?
Neither iKeePass nor PassNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iKeePass or PassNote?
iKeePass ships an update monthly, and PassNote every 2 months. Most recently, iKeePass was updated on October 19, 2026 and PassNote on October 10, 2026.

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