Comparison

PassDirector vs SplashID Classic

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — 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

SplashID Classic

Securely manage passwords, one-time codes, and private notes without relying on the cloud. Organize your data with categories and tags, and sync across devices via WiFi or use it offline. Features automatic backups and a recovery kit for enhanced security.

Highlights
  • Offline data storage
  • WiFi sync across devices
  • Password and note creation
  • One-time code generator
  • Automatic local backups
  • Record archiving
  • Data import from SplashID Safe
Features
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SplashID Classic is our modern take on the trusted SplashID Safe—built for privacy-first users who want full control of their data, without the cloud. Easily create and store strong passwords, one-time code generators, notes, and other private info—all neatly organized with categories, types, and tags. Navigate your records with ease across multiple intuitive views designed to boost productivity. Need your data on more than one device? Use WiFi sync to securely keep everything updated across phones and desktops. Prefer to go completely offline? Disable sync and keep each device independent. With features like automatic local backups, a recycle bin for deleted records, a record archive, and a powerful recovery kit, SplashID Classic helps you stay secure and in control. Already using SplashID Safe? You can import your existing data in a few steps and enjoy enhanced encryption, a fresh interface, and powerful new tools. Upgrade to Pro with an annual subscription to unlock the full experience. Need help? Reach out through the support screen—we’ve got your back via email. Privacy Policy: https://classic.splashid.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://classic.splashid.com/terms-of-service.html

Screenshots

PassDirector4 screens
SplashID Classic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SplashID Classic at Free against PassDirector's $19.99. SplashID Classic also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 5 months) and device support (4 vs 2). PassDirector's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On review sentiment and ads 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

SplashID Classic is free to download; PassDirector costs $19.99 up front. SplashID Classic sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. PassDirector asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PassDirector ships an update every 5 months, SplashID Classic every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PassDirector versus SplashID Classic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassDirectorSplashID Classic
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (5 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.3% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—5 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB150 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMacMediaSplashData

Customer experience

PassDirector

Written reviews26 reviews
Positive42.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative50.0%

SplashID Classic

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

PassDirector

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

SplashID Classic

Subscriptions9
  • SplashID Classic iPhone iPad$9.991 Year
  • SplashID Classic Mac$9.991 Year
  • Classic Mac - 50% off 1st year1 Year trial$9.991 Year
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  • Classic Mac - 25% off 1st year1 Year trial$9.991 Year
  • Classic Mac - 10% off 1st year1 Year trial$9.991 Year
  • Classic Mac - 30% off 1st year1 Year trial$9.991 Year
  • Classic Mac - 20% off 1st year1 Year trial$9.991 Year
  • SplashID Classic All Devices2 variants$19.991 Year
  • Classic All - 10% off 1st year1 Year trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is PassDirector free?
PassDirector costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SplashID Classic free?
SplashID Classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PassDirector or SplashID Classic have ads?
Neither PassDirector nor SplashID Classic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PassDirector or SplashID Classic?
PassDirector ships an update every 5 months, and SplashID Classic every 4 weeks. Most recently, PassDirector was updated on September 9, 2026 and SplashID Classic on September 15, 2026.

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