Comparison

TapCrypter vs Keys Safe

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

Head to head
About

TapCrypter

Securely encrypt and decrypt private messages, emails, and SMS. Protect sensitive data like passwords and credit card information from prying eyes. This app converts regular text into unreadable cipher-text, requiring a password for decryption.

Highlights
  • Encrypt and decrypt messages, SMS, and emails
  • Password protection for sensitive data
  • Automatic email composition with encrypted messages
  • Copy/Paste functionality
  • Symmetric-key encryption
  • Contact information integration
Features
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TapCrypter is an offline encrypted vault for passwords, recovery codes, private notes, and other sensitive text. Create encrypted local cards, protect them with a master password, and keep your private information on your device. TapCrypter does not require an account, cloud sync, or network connection for its core vault features. Key Features: • Create encrypted cards for passwords, backup codes, notes, and private text • Store encrypted cards locally on your device • Unlock cards with your master password • Import and export encrypted cards as text, files, or QR codes • Scan QR codes with the camera or import QR images from Photos • Generate printable recovery cards for offline backup • Optional Face ID or Touch ID app lock • Clipboard auto-clear after copying sensitive content • English and Simplified Chinese support Privacy First: TapCrypter is designed for offline use. Your encrypted cards stay on your device unless you choose to export, print, or share them. Master passwords are not stored. TapCrypter is built for people who want a simple, private way to keep sensitive text encrypted and close at hand — without relying on cloud storage or online accounts. Privacy Policy: http://mindkey.xyz/index.php/zensee-studio/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Keys Safe

Securely store and encrypt your vital data and files with this versatile vault. Protect passwords, notes, photos, and documents with multiple layers of encryption and customizable security options.

Highlights
  • Encrypted storage for various file types
  • Customizable password complexity
  • Proactive protection against brute force attacks
  • Integrated password generator
  • Smart export and sharing functions
  • Advanced import for multiple formats
  • AES 256 encryption
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The safest, most versatile and convenient vault for storing data and files on your iPhone and iPad. Keys Safe protects your most sensitive data and files with military-grade encryption — entirely on your device, no cloud, no leaks, no compromises. Designed for professionals and privacy-conscious users who demand the highest standard of data security. --- Try Keys Safe for free --- Tailored Password Complexity Keys Safe adapts to your security requirements by offering multiple authentication methods: - Numeric keypad — from 6 to 23 digits - Alphanumeric — mix letters, symbols and numbers freely - Gesture / Pattern with resizable grid (iPad) - Face ID and Touch ID for everyday convenience Pro-Active Protection Against Brute Force To prevent any unauthorised access attempt, repeated unsuccessful password entries trigger an automatic 3-minute lockout — blocking all further attempts until the timer expires. Built-in Password Generator Generate strong, fully customizable passwords directly within the app and store them instantly in your encrypted vault. Encrypted Backup & Recovery Create fully encrypted backups of your vault and store them securely in iCloud, on your computer, or any location of your choice. Your backup is protected by the same AES-256 encryption as your vault — unreadable without your password, accessible only by you. Smart Export & Sharing Share notes and files between your devices using Keys Safe's proprietary encrypted format (KSX). Export all your notes as CSV or plain text files at any time. Advanced Import Keys Safe supports a wide range of formats — PDF, images, videos, Microsoft Office documents, iWork documents, CSV, text, ZIP and more — with no size restrictions. --- Free Download --- Main Features - Encrypted storage for passwords, notes, PDF files, photos, iWork files and Microsoft Office documents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Encrypted backup to iCloud, local storage or any destination of your choice - Import files from other apps or via Finder file sharing and AirDrop - Export your data to any medium - Customisable password generator - AES-256 encryption with a self-generated 32-character key - Automatic 3-minute lockout after repeated failed attempts - Biometric or password authentication — your choice - Organise your data with fully customisable groups Your Privacy, Guaranteed Keys Safe collects zero data and sends nothing anywhere. Everything stays on your device. Without your password, no one — not even us — can read what you store. Even if your device is lost, stolen or compromised, your data remains completely unreadable. --- Try Keys Safe for free ---

Screenshots

TapCrypter4 screens
Keys Safe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TapCrypter at $0.99 against Keys Safe's $12.99. Keys Safe's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 1.0) and review sentiment (50% vs 20%). On ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

TapCrypter costs $0.99 and Keys Safe $12.99 up front. TapCrypter sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Keys Safe sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Keys Safe holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of TapCrypter's written reviews are positive against 50% of Keys Safe's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TapCrypter ships an update every 4 months, Keys Safe every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
TapCrypter versus Keys Safe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTapCrypterKeys Safe
Price$0.99 — better$12.99
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.3 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer碧珍 刘Laurent Bottigliengo

Customer experience

TapCrypter

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Keys Safe

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

TapCrypter

One-time1
  • TapCrypter Pro$0.99
1 purchases

Keys Safe

One-time1
  • Unlimited$7.99

Questions

Is TapCrypter free?
TapCrypter costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Keys Safe free?
Keys Safe costs $12.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TapCrypter or Keys Safe?
Keys Safe is rated higher. TapCrypter averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Keys Safe averages 4.3 from 7 ratings.
Do TapCrypter or Keys Safe have ads?
Neither TapCrypter nor Keys Safe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TapCrypter or Keys Safe?
TapCrypter ships an update every 4 months, and Keys Safe every 5 weeks. Most recently, TapCrypter was updated on September 24, 2026 and Keys Safe on September 17, 2026.

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