Groups vs PDF Locker.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Groups
This app transforms your phone's contacts into a private social network. Organize people, share updates, and stay connected without sharing your data with large tech companies. It offers features for communication, event planning, and contact management.
- Organize contacts into custom groups
- Set reminders to reach out
- Send personalized group messages
- Create events and invite guests
- Share content from any app
- Data privacy focused
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You've just found the best, easiest app for staying in touch with people. Try it for yourself — it's free! Downloaded by millions in over 100 countries, Groups turns your phone's native contacts into a private social network. Organize your groups, share with friends and family, and stay connected — without feeding Big Tech your data. ORGANIZE YOUR CONTACTS: ◆ Group by how you know them — friends, family, work, hobbies ◆ See who you met recently and interaction history ◆ Smart search finds anyone instantly ◆ Clean up duplicates and merge contacts STAY IN TOUCH: ◆ Set reminders to reach out to people who matter ◆ Send personalized messages to your whole circle at once ◆ Message templates for birthdays, holidays, events ◆ Track who you haven't spoken to in a while SHARE TOGETHER: ◆ Exchange contact info instantly with QR codes ◆ Take Group Photos with fun AI effects ◆ Create events and invite people (they join via browser — no app needed) ◆ Share links, photos, and content from any app ◆ Custom icons for each group YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS: ◆ Unlike Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn, your contacts never leave your phone. ◆ Messages go directly through SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, or Email — recipients don't need Groups to receive them. ◆ No algorithms deciding who sees your posts. No ads. No data mining. No selling your information. ◆ Just a better way to stay connected with the people you actually care about. Through channels you already use. WORKS WITH EVERYTHING: ◆ Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, SMS, WhatsApp, Telegram, and more. ◆ Fully compatible with iOS features like Do Not Disturb, Voice Messages, and Shortcuts. Now available on iPad. OWN YOUR COMMUNITY Every contact is real social capital. Whether you're organizing a book club, coordinating family events, or building a community around shared interests — Groups helps you bring people together on your terms. Free to download. Start growing your private social network today.
PDF Locker.
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PDF Locker. is a powerful tool designed to protect your documents and give you full control over access. Whether you want to add a password or remove one, everything is handled and securely on your device. Lock, unlock, and protect your PDF files in seconds. Secure sensitive documents with strong encryption or remove forgotten passwords. Fast, private, and easy to use. Key Features: • Lock PDFs with strong encryption Protect sensitive files like contracts, IDs, and financial documents. • Unlock password-protected PDFs Quickly remove passwords when you have access rights. • Offline processing Your files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy. • Fast and simple interface Lock or unlock PDFs in just a few taps. • Batch processing support Handle multiple files efficiently. • Works with all major PDF formats Unlike many PDF tools, this app prioritises speed, simplicity, and privacy. No uploads, no accounts, no risks. Everything happens locally on your device. Perfect For: • Students securing assignments • Professionals protecting documents • Anyone needing quick PDF access We do not store, track, or upload your files. Your data remains completely yours. Subscription Details: • Title: Savory All Access • Length: 1 year • Price: $19.99 per year, $2.99 per week (auto-renews) and $29.99 Lifetime Access. • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IysoItFPBXxdxDkkTJ6FRT1Of8qXqAwwB0op5coC1nU/edit?usp=sharing
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: PDF Locker. at none against Groups's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Groups sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and PDF Locker. sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Groups | PDF Locker. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 146 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Qbix, Inc. | KELVIN SENANU WALLACE |
Bugs and requests
Groups
Reported bugs
4 issues- Groups disappearing
- Contacts not syncing properly
- Inability to create new groups
- Freezing and crashing on certain actions
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to delete groups and contacts
- Improved group management and sorting
- Option to send mass texts without individual replies
- Better integration with native contacts app
PDF Locker.
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Groups
- Unlock All Features$0.991 Month
- Plus$1.991 Month
- Premium$2.991 Month
- Turn off Ads$1.99
- Turn off Ads$4.99
- + 500 icons$5.99
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- Unlock All Features$5.99
- + I just like your app$9.99
- Unlock All Features$9.99
- + I really love your app!$19.99
PDF Locker.
- All Access$2.997 Days
- All Access$19.991 Year
- All Access Forever$29.99
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