Comparison

PassDirector vs Password Manager

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

Head to head
About

PassDirector

Securely store and manage all your sensitive personal information, including passwords, financial details, and confidential notes. This app utilizes robust AES-256 encryption to protect your data and offers convenient syncing across devices.

Highlights
  • AES-256 encryption
  • Syncing via Wi-Fi or iCloud
  • Customizable categories and fields
  • Touch ID and Face ID authentication
  • Built-in web browser
  • Encrypted backup file
Features
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PassDirector is an encrypted, password protected database for sensitive personal data: - bank accounts, credit cards - email accounts, web passwords - serial numbers - hardware passwords - phone numbers - any other confidential information PassDirector uses strong, high secure AES-256 encryption. All cryptographic operations are performed using standard, system-provided iOS libraries. Other features: - syncing between the Mac and iPhone PhoneDirector database over the Wi-Fi or iCloud - creating new categories with custom fields - renaming and deleting categories and fields - custom picture for a category and an entry - Touch ID authentication - Face ID authentication - built-in web browser allowing to fill logins and passwords - Safari view controller is an option for displaying web links stored in the PassDirector database - sending emails directly from the PassDirector database - link to the Phone application to call phone numbers from the PassDirector database - link to the Maps application to show address from the PassDirector database - sending the encrypted backup file by email - searching in the database The Mac version of PassDirector: - use the same database on your Mac computer and your iPhone - editing the database on both iPhone and your Mac computer - syncing between the Mac computer and iPhone over the Wi-Fi connection (your iPhone and the computer must be on the same network) - syncing between the Mac computer and iPhone using iCloud

About

Password Manager

Features
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Password Manager โ€“ Secure & Smart Vault Keep your passwords safe and organized with Password Manager, a secure and easy-to-use app designed to store, manage, and generate strong passwords. Categorize your credentials, copy them with a single tap, and edit or delete them anytime. Key Features: - Store Passwords by Category โ€“ Organize your logins (Social, Banking, Work, etc.) for easy access. - One-Tap Copy & Autofill โ€“ Quickly copy and paste passwords when needed. - Edit & Delete Anytime โ€“ Update or remove credentials with ease. - Strong Password Generator โ€“ Create secure and unique passwords effortlessly. - 100% Secure & Encrypted โ€“ Your data is protected with advanced encryption. Never forget a password again! Keep your digital life secure with Password Manager.

Screenshots

PassDirector4 screens
Password Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Password Manager at Free against PassDirector's $19.99. PassDirector's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 5 months vs every 13 months). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Password Manager is free to download; PassDirector costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PassDirector ships an update every 5 months, Password Manager every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences ยท 4 level
PassDirector versus Password Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassDirectorPassword Manager
Price$19.99Free โ€” better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 5 months โ€” betterEvery 13 months
AdsNo โ€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidโ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 โ€” better17.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size3 MB22 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMacMediaBhumi Thummar

In-app purchases

None

PassDirector

No in-app purchases

None

Password Manager

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PassDirector free?
PassDirector costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Password Manager free?
Password Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PassDirector or Password Manager have ads?
Password Manager shows ads; PassDirector does not.
Which is updated more often, PassDirector or Password Manager?
PassDirector ships an update every 5 months, and Password Manager every 13 months. Most recently, PassDirector was updated on October 8, 2026 and Password Manager on October 6, 2026.

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