# Folder Lock vs Password Encrypted Message

The clearest difference is ads: Password Encrypted Message at none against Folder Lock's shown. Password Encrypted Message also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). Folder Lock's advantage is ratings volume (1.8K vs 1) and rating (4.2 vs 4.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Folder Lock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Password Encrypted Message sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Folder Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Folder Lock has 1.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Folder Lock | Password Encrypted Message |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/folder-lock/id372925917/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-encrypted-message/id1476157384/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 33.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NewSoftwares.net](https://appshunter.io/developer/372925920) | [Fanatic Development](https://appshunter.io/developer/488507501) |

## What reviewers say

### Folder Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/folder-lock/id372925917)

Secure your private files, photos, videos, and sensitive information with password protection and encryption. This app also functions as a file manager, allowing wireless transfers and secure browsing, acting as a comprehensive tool for smartphone data security and privacy.

**Highlights:** Password-protect files and folders, Encrypt sensitive data, Secure private photos and videos, Wireless file transfer (PC/Mac), Password manager, Secure notes and wallet cards, Secure browser

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Folder Lock Weekly | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Folder Lock Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlocked Feature Pack | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure file storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast file transfers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 💥 Data loss after updates
- 📢 Excessive ads and pop-ups
- 🔑 Password/login issues
- 🤯 Unreliable app performance

**Reported bugs**

- Photos and videos becoming corrupted or lost
- App crashing on launch or during use
- Login/password reset functionality not working
- Inability to access or transfer stored files

**Requested features**

- Ability to recover lost data
- Improved file management options
- Cross-device syncing capabilities
- Better customer support responsiveness


### Password Encrypted Message

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-encrypted-message/id1476157384)

Securely share sensitive information through encrypted messages. This app allows you to encrypt and decrypt messages with a password, making it ideal for private communication or fun password-guessing games with friends.

**Highlights:** Encrypt messages with a password, Decrypt password-protected messages, iMessage integration for easy use, Share private information securely, Fun password-guessing games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Messages | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Folder Lock free?

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

### Is Password Encrypted Message free?

Password Encrypted Message is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Folder Lock or Password Encrypted Message?

Folder Lock is rated higher. Folder Lock averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Password Encrypted Message averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Folder Lock or Password Encrypted Message have ads?

Folder Lock shows ads; Password Encrypted Message does not.

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