# Password Manager Data Vault vs mSecure

The clearest difference is price: mSecure at Free against Password Manager Data Vault's $9.99. mSecure also leads on ratings volume (51K vs 2.1K) and chart position (#195 vs unranked). Password Manager Data Vault's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and review sentiment (84% vs 62%). On rating, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

mSecure is free to download; Password Manager Data Vault costs $9.99 up front. mSecure sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Password Manager Data Vault asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Password Manager Data Vault against 4.8 for mSecure. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: mSecure has 51K ratings behind it against 2.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Password Manager Data Vault's written reviews are positive against 62% of mSecure's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager Data Vault | mSecure |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.7 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-data-vault/id323373347/reviews) | **[4.8 (51K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msecure-password-manager/id1063795594/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.1K | **51K** |
| Positive reviews | **84.0% of reviews** | 61.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#195** |
| Size | 51 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ascendo Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/320494153) | [mSeven Software, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/292411905) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager Data Vault

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-data-vault/id323373347)

This app securely stores and manages your sensitive information, including passwords, credit card details, and bank account logins. It utilizes advanced encryption and biometric authentication for robust protection. Features include password generation, website autofill, and cross-device synchronization.

**Highlights:** AES Encryption, Face ID & Touch ID Authentication, Website Logins & Safari Autofill, iCloud Sync, Password Generator, Automatic Backups, Apple Watch Access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable, easy to use
- 🔒 Secure, encrypted
- 👍 Syncs across devices
- 👍 Customizable templates
- 👍 Excellent customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with saving/syncing edits
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with iOS updates
- 🐛 Unreliable backup and restore functionality
- 🐛 Lack of updates in recent years

**Reported bugs**

- Passwords not saving correctly
- Sync issues between devices
- Face ID/Touch ID not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Add photo/document storage capability
- Improve sync reliability across platforms
- Provide better organization/folder options
- Implement two-factor authentication


### mSecure

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/msecure-password-manager/id1063795594)

**Currently charting:** #195 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

Securely store and manage all your sensitive digital information, including passwords, financial details, and personal documents. Generate strong passwords, utilize auto-fill, and share data selectively with others. Protect your digital life with robust encryption and convenient access across devices.

**Highlights:** AES 256-bit encryption, Password generator, Auto-fill credentials, Two-Factor Authentication, Shared Vaults, Biometric authentication

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly Upgrade | $1.49 | per month |
| Essentials Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Family Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly Upgrade | $14.99 | per year |
| Essentials Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Family Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent password manager
- 🔒 Secure storage of passwords and data
- 💡 Customizable templates and fields
- 🚀 Seamless sync across devices
- 👍 Reliable and stable app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Forced to use cloud sync and account
- 💰 Subscription model and paywall for basic features
- 🐛 Issues with data migration from older versions
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in newer versions
- 🔒 Lack of password recovery options

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing password entries
- Sync issues between devices
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Unreliable biometric login

**Requested features**

- Ability to create custom categories
- Improved organization and navigation
- Automatic password generation and updating
- Offline/local sync option
- Family/shared account support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Manager Data Vault free?

Password Manager Data Vault costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is mSecure free?

mSecure is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Password Manager Data Vault or mSecure?

mSecure is rated higher. Password Manager Data Vault averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while mSecure averages 4.8 from 51K ratings.

### Do Password Manager Data Vault or mSecure have ads?

Neither Password Manager Data Vault nor mSecure shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager Data Vault or mSecure?

Password Manager Data Vault ships an update every 2 months, and mSecure every 2 months. Most recently, Password Manager Data Vault was updated on September 22, 2026 and mSecure on September 24, 2026.

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