Password Manager Data Vault vs Strongbox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Password Manager Data Vault
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.
- AES Encryption
- Face ID & Touch ID Authentication
- Website Logins & Safari Autofill
- iCloud Sync
- Password Generator
- Automatic Backups
- Apple Watch Access
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The Leading Password Manager for iPhone, iPad & iPod touch ◇ AES Encryption ◇ Face ID ◇ Touch ID ◇ Apple Watch ◇ Website Logins ◇ Safari Autofill ◇ iCloud Sync ◇ Automatic Backups ◇ Password Generator ◇ Flexible Templates ◇ Advanced Security Options Secure. Powerful. Simple. Try DataVault Password Manager today! #1 Must-Have App for iPhone - Cnet Apps that will Change your Life - Wall Street Journal #1 App to Banish Forgetfulness - Reader’s Digest Robust Password Management - Secure Mac Best iPad Password Manager - BrightHub Is your private information safe? Are your passwords secure? DataVault Password Manager protects confidential information related to credit cards, bank accounts, logins and more using Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), the most powerful technology to keep your data secure. DataVault Password Manager includes a unique set of features like Face ID, Touch ID, Website Logins, iCloud backups and advanced security options to protect your most precious information. Unrivaled features and ease-of-use have made DataVault a best-selling password manager for iPhone, iPad & iPod touch. USER REVIEWS “Essential Gear. A password manager should be one of the first apps you download. I compared a few and this one excelled because it could sync across multiple devices.” “Rock Solid Foundation. I've tried most of the password apps and selected this one for its flexibility in defining item templates, ability to sync one database to multiple mobile devices, and strong desktop versions. I have 1100 items now and the app has performed brilliantly.” “Terrific Customer Support. My question was answered within 24 hours and the issue resolved. Now that's what I expect from a developer!!!” “I have been using DataVault for many years. Song the way, I have tried other Password Managers but have always come back to DataVault. It is simple to use, and all data resides on my hardware, fully encrypted.” “Absolutely the best password safe across all platforms and outstanding support!” SECURE YOUR LIFE • Encrypts information using 256-bit AES with PBKDF2 and salting to insure the highest security of any password manager. Nobody can access your data without your master password, not even Ascendo. • Enable Face ID to login with facial recognition and Touch ID to login with your fingerprint. • Set Auto-Lock duration to require login after an inactivity delay. • Set Maximum Login Attempts to wipe your data after successive failed login attempts. • Set a hint in case you forget your master password. • Mask information to shield it from prying eyes. POWERFUL FEATURES • Access passwords and private information securely on your Apple Watch. • Log in to websites automatically using Safari. * Choose from 65 pre-configured logins such as Amazon, Paypal, etc. or make your own. • Generate strong passwords with settings for length & types of characters. • Use Strength Meter to determine if your passwords are weak, good or strong. • Backup your data automatically to insure you never lose your important information. • Synchronize with DataVault for Mac (sold separately) using iCloud, Dropbox or Wi-Fi. SIMPLE TO USE • View Items in list view or folder view. • Use Templates for common items such as bank accounts, credit cards & logins. • Choose from 50 default templates or create your own. • Initiate phone calls, emails or web site logins with action fields. • Use categories & types to organize items. And a whole lot more… • Full iPad support with split screen display. • 200 icons to personalize your items. • Import from text files in CSV format. • Import from Keeper, 1Password, EWallet, SplashID, mSecure, Keepass & other password managers with DataVault Desktops (sold separately). • Great support. One copy of DataVault Password Manager can be installed on up to 5 authorized iOS devices. Questions? Contact at info@ascendo.co Get peace of mind with the best password manager for iOS. Download DataVault Password Manager today!
Strongbox
Securely store and manage all your passwords with one master password. Supports open-source formats and offers advanced security features like biometric unlock and YubiKey protection. Includes password auditing and cloud syncing for easy access.
- Biometric unlock (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Passkey support
- YubiKey protection
- Password auditing (Have I Been Pwned?)
- Cloud syncing (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive)
- Secure password generation
- TOTP Two Factor Authentication codes
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Strongbox is an application for keeping all your passwords safely stored and protected by one master password. Supporting the open source Password Safe and KeePass formats. *** Features *** - Face ID/Touch ID Unlock for the ultimate in convenience, security and speed. - Passkey support - The latest, most convenient and most secure authentication method (passkeys). - PIN Code Unlock with a Duress PIN option for those tricky situations. - YubiKey protection - secure your databases with a hardware token. - Secure - protected by time tested military grade cryptography. - Private - Isolated In-App attachments viewer for your sensitive documents, photos & videos. - Audit your passwords - Automatically check your database for weak password including a 'Have I Been Pwned?' check. - Cloud Support, so you can access your cloud safes using iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, WebDAV or SFTP even when offline. Use the built in Files app for many other storage options or store them securely only on your local device. You choose your storage. - Search your entire set of passwords and secrets instantly and powerfully, with deep search. Autocomplete new entries, and auto generate secure passwords. - Compatible - Import/Export by Files app, Email, CSV, iTunes File Sharing or use cloud storage. - Standards compliant - using the time tested Password Safe and KeePass formats so you can import any existing password safe you have. - Features galore - Incredibly configurable password generation including Diceware (XKCD) & regular passwords. - Timed Auto Clear Clipboard. - Entry History. - KeePass Field References, Tags, Custom Icon & FavIcons (including automatic search & download). - Two Factor Authentication codes (TOTP) - QR Code, Steam & Manual. *** Strongbox is Freemium *** This means that Strongbox is free with a basic feature set, but if you like there are enhanced Pro features too. You can opt-in to a 90 day Free Trial of all the Pro features if you like, no obligations, but most find the Free version perfectly adequate. --------------------------------------------------------------------- • Strongbox provides In-App Purchases (both auto renewable subscriptions and one-off non-consumable) for Pro versions of the App • An outright/upfront (i.e. non In-App Purchase) option exists also, please see the Strongbox website for details. • Subscriptions are auto renewable with recurring billing. Cancel anytime. • The time period of the subscriptions are monthly, 3-monthly or yearly at users discretion • The user can also choose to purchase a 'Lifetime' one-off Pro version of the App • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable • Strongbox Privacy Policy may be found here: https://strongboxsafe.com/privacy-policy/ • Strongbox Terms of Use may be found here: https://strongboxsafe.com/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Strongbox at Free against Password Manager Data Vault's $9.99. Strongbox also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Password Manager Data Vault's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and chart position (#144 vs unranked). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume 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
Strongbox is free to download; Password Manager Data Vault costs $9.99 up front. Strongbox sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 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 4.7 for Strongbox. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.2K and 4.1K respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 84% and 84% positive.
Password Manager Data Vault ships an update every 2 months, Strongbox fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.
| Parameter | Password Manager Data Vault | Strongbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (2.2K ratings) | 4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 84.0% of reviews — better | 83.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2.2K | 4.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Freemium — better |
| Best chart rank | #144 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 145 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ascendo Inc. | Phoebe Code Limited |
Customer experience
Password Manager Data Vault
Strongbox
User reviews
Password Manager Data Vault
From 2.2K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Reliable, easy to use
- 🔒 Secure, encrypted
- 👍 Syncs across devices
- 👍 Customizable templates
- 👍 Excellent customer support
Room to improve
- 🐛 Issues with saving/syncing edits
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with iOS updates
- 🐛 Unreliable backup and restore functionality
- 🐛 Lack of updates in recent years
Strongbox
From 4.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Seamless integration with iOS
- 🔒 Highly secure with end-to-end encryption
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🔒 Open-source and transparent
- 🚀 Reliable and stable performance
Room to improve
- 💰 Paid features can be expensive for some users
- 🐛 Occasional syncing and compatibility issues
- 💰 Lifetime license cost may be prohibitive
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported by some users
Bugs and requests
Password Manager Data Vault
Reported bugs
3 issues- Passwords not saving correctly
- Sync issues between devices
- Face ID/Touch ID not working as expected
Requested features
4 requests- Add photo/document storage capability
- Improve sync reliability across platforms
- Provide better organization/folder options
- Implement two-factor authentication
Strongbox
Reported bugs
2 issues- Crashes when using certain iOS versions
- Issues with database syncing and corruption
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to create custom templates and fields
- Improved organization and search functionality
- Tighter integration with Apple Keychain
- Support for more cloud storage providers
In-app purchases
Password Manager Data Vault
No in-app purchases
Strongbox
- Strongbox Pro (Monthly)2 variants$2.991 Month
- Monthly Tip$2.991 Month
- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)$19.991 Year
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- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)3 Months trial$19.991 Year
- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)1 Month trial$19.991 Year
- Yearly Tip$19.991 Year
- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)1 Year trial$24.991 Year
- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)3 Months trial$24.991 Year
- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Little Tip$4.99
- Small Tip$9.99
- Medium Tip$19.99
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- Large Tip$99.99
- Strongbox Pro (Lifetime)$99.99
- Huge Tip$199.99
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