PIN VAULT vs floccus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PIN VAULT
Securely store and manage all your passwords, account details, and private notes locally on your device. This app offers a password generator, quick copy features, and a simple interface for easy organization and access.
- Securely store passwords and private details
- Local device storage, no cloud sync
- Password generator for strong new passwords
- Quickly copy passwords and details
- Search saved items by title or detail
- Encrypted backup and restore
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PIN VAULT helps you store and manage passwords, account details, security codes, banking information, and other private notes safely on your own device. Your saved information stays on your device. PIN VAULT does not require an online account or cloud sync, so your passwords are not stored on an external server. With PIN VAULT, you can create unique passwords for different services and keep them organized in a simple, secure, and easy-to-use vault. Key Features - Store passwords and private details securely - Passwords are saved locally on your device - Password generator for creating strong new passwords - Show or hide passwords while editing - Quickly copy passwords and detail information - Search your saved items by title or detail - Case-insensitive alphabetical sorting - Security Slider for additional protection when viewing passwords - Automatic serial numbers for saved items - Easy backup and restore with passcode-protected encrypted backup files - Simple interface for adding, editing, and deleting items PIN VAULT is designed for people who want a straightforward password vault without unnecessary complexity. Keep your important passwords organized, protected, and always available on your iPhone.
floccus
Access, organize, and share your synced bookmarks privately on your mobile device. Supports multiple backends and offers offline access, ensuring your bookmarks are always available and consistent across platforms.
- View synced bookmarks instantly
- Supports Nextcloud, Linkwarden, WebDAV, Git, Google Drive
- Full privacy with user-chosen servers
- Share bookmark collections publicly or with groups
- Offline access to bookmarks
- Open-source with community contributions
- Seamless cross-platform synchronization
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**What is the Floccus Companion?** The Floccus Companion is a mobile app that lets you **view, organize, and share** the bookmarks you sync with the Floccus browser extension. It brings the same privacy‑first, cross‑device sync experience to your phone or tablet. **Key Features** - **Instant Access** – View all synced bookmarks directly on your device, no web browser required. - **Multiple Back‑end Support** – Connect to the same storage you use in the extension: - Nextcloud - Linkwarden - KaraKeep - WebDAV - GIt - Google Drive - **Full Privacy** – Your data stays on the server you choose; no third‑party tracking. - **Share & Collaborate** – Share bookmark collections with friends or teams via public links or group sharing (Nextcloud, Linkwarden, KaraKeep). - **Offline Mode** – Browse your bookmarks even without an internet connection; changes sync when you reconnect. - **Open‑Source** – The app’s source code is available on GitHub, allowing community contributions and transparency. **Benefits** - **Seamless Cross‑Platform** – Keep your bookmarks consistent across Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and mobile. - **Convenient Organization** – Tag, folder‑organize, and search bookmarks on the go. - **Secure Collaboration** – Share collections with colleagues or friends while maintaining control over who sees what. **Why Floccus?** Floccus is built on a voluntary subscription model and is maintained by a passionate community. The companion app extends that philosophy to mobile, ensuring your bookmarks are always within reach, wherever you are. **Get Started** 1. Install the **Floccus** browser extension on your desktop. 2. Download the **Floccus Companion** from the App Store. 3. Sign in with the same backend (Nextcloud, Linkwarden, etc.). 4. Start browsing your synced bookmarks instantly. **Download now and experience bookmark freedom on your phone!**
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: PIN VAULT at free against floccus's paid. PIN VAULT also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (80% vs 59%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PIN VAULT holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of PIN VAULT's written reviews are positive against 59% of floccus's.
PIN VAULT ships an update every 2 months, floccus monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PIN VAULT | floccus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (11 ratings) — better | 3.7 (21 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better | 58.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 11 | 21 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NIK | Marcel Klehr |
Customer experience
PIN VAULT
floccus
In-app purchases
PIN VAULT
No in-app purchases
floccus
No in-app purchases








