Comparison

iPGMail vs FishMemo

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

Head to head
About

iPGMail

This app simplifies PGP encryption for iOS users, allowing easy sending and receiving of encrypted emails and files. It supports the OpenPGP standard, key management, and various import methods for keys and messages.

Highlights
  • PGP encryption and decryption
  • Send and receive encrypted emails
  • Encrypt and decrypt files
  • Create and manage PGP keys
  • Import keys from various sources
  • Supports OpenPGP standard
Features
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iPGMail is a complete OpenPGP client for iPhone and iPad. Encrypt, decrypt, and digitally sign email and files using the same RFC 9580 / RFC 4880 standard you already use with GnuPG, Mailvelope, Thunderbird, ProtonMail's PGP exports, and any other OpenPGP-compatible tool. Bring your existing PGP identity to iOS or generate a new one in the app. Your private keys are stored in a private local database with the highest data-protection class and are unlocked only by Touch ID or Face ID. All cryptography runs locally — your keys and message content never leave your device. CRYPTO & INTEROPERABILITY • OpenPGP v4 and v6 (RFC 9580 / RFC 4880, RFC 6637) — fully interoperable with GnuPG, Mailvelope, Thunderbird, ProtonMail PGP exports, and any other compliant tool • Post-quantum encryption (RFC 9980): import, encrypt to, and verify signatures from hybrid ML-KEM + ML-DSA keys, which pair NIST-standardized post-quantum algorithms with proven elliptic-curve cryptography • Optional post-quantum key generation: create v6 ML-DSA-65 + ML-KEM-768 or ML-DSA-87 + ML-KEM-1024 keys (turn on in Settings › Advanced) • Public-key algorithms: RSA, DSA, ECDSA, EdDSA (Ed25519, Ed448), ECDH (Curve25519, X448), ML-KEM, ML-DSA • Symmetric ciphers including AES-256, with modern AEAD encryption on PGP v6 (SEIPDv2) messages • PGP/MIME for encrypted email; standard ASCII-armored output for any plain-text channel • Detached and inline signatures; sign-only mode for authenticated but readable messages • Symmetric (password-based) file encryption • Encrypt to multiple recipients in a single message, mixing classic and post-quantum keys EMAIL • Send encrypted email directly from the app via SMTP — works with iCloud, Gmail, Outlook / Hotmail, Yahoo, AOL, Fastmail, GMX, Yandex, mail.ru, QQ, Comcast, and any custom SMTP server • Google OAuth2 for password-free Gmail authentication • Reply with quoted plaintext ("> " prefix) so encrypted threads read like normal email • Or hand off to your default mail app via the standard iOS share sheet KEY MANAGEMENT • Generate new keypairs in-app with strong defaults (ECC or RSA) • Import existing public and private keys (ASCII-armored or binary) • Search SKS / hkps key servers and Keybase to find recipient keys • Attach your public key to outgoing messages so recipients can import it directly • Inspect key flags, expiration, signatures, and user IDs FILES • Encrypt and decrypt files up to 100 MB per file (200 MB total per message), with on-screen progress • Quick Look preview of decrypted content in-place • Receive encrypted attachments directly from iOS Mail.app — no copy/paste required • Read .pgp, .gpg, .asc, and .sig files from anywhere via the Files app, AirDrop, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or the system clipboard • Open URL handler for the x-ipgmail:// scheme so other apps can hand work to iPGMail iPAD-OPTIMIZED • Sidebar navigation and full keyboard shortcut support • Optimized layouts for Split View and Stage Manager PRIVACY POSTURE • Private keys are stored locally in a secured private database and unlocked only by Touch ID / Face ID • All encryption, decryption, signing, and verification happens on-device • No account creation, no cloud middleman, no third-party access to your message content • Open standard — your keys and messages stay portable to any other OpenPGP tool, on any platform WHO IT'S FOR Built for journalists, activists, security professionals, lawyers, developers, and anyone who already uses PGP on the desktop and wants the same workflow on iOS. Bring your existing key, decrypt your inbox, sign and send — without surrendering custody of your keys to anyone.

About

FishMemo

Features
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FishMemo is a lightweight logging and fishing spot management tool designed for fishing enthusiasts. It allows you to record every fishing trip in a simpler way, review the best times and locations, and continuously improve your catch rate. Core Features Catch Log: Record the date, time, location, fish species, bait, weather, and notes. You can add multiple photos and set a cover image. Fishing Spot Management: Save fishing spots on a map, with support for ratings, species information, and descriptions, along with multiple photo displays. Weather/Tide Information: View weather and tide trends and get fishing index references. Timer: Supports both countdown and stopwatch modes, automatically generating timing records, useful for training and competitions. Data Backup and Restore: Export/import with one click, including logs, fishing spots, timer records, and photos. Share Cards: Generate beautiful image cards that can be shared on social media or with fishing friends. Watch Support: Quickly time your fishing on Apple Watch for a more focused experience. Why Choose FishMemo Simple and Easy to Use: Focused on fishing scenarios, with short operation paths and visualized information. Visual Records: Map and trend views help review your trips and discover patterns. Reliable Storage: Combines local and mirrored storage for more stable data; backup files include photos for full restoration across devices. Privacy and Permissions Location and photo permissions are only used with user authorization. Photos and location information are solely for log and fishing spot features. Pricing and In-App Purchases Core features are free to use; some advanced features may be unlocked via in-app purchases (such as higher image quotas or advanced analysis). Compatibility and Requirements Supports iPhone and Apple Watch; enabling location and photo permissions is recommended for the full experience. Contact and Feedback Feel free to provide suggestions and report issues through the feedback channel in the settings page. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

iPGMail4 screens
FishMemo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FishMemo at Free against iPGMail's $3.99. iPGMail's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On update cadence, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

FishMemo is free to download; iPGMail costs $3.99 up front. FishMemo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. iPGMail asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iPGMail ships an update every 10 days, FishMemo every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
iPGMail versus FishMemo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriPGMailFishMemo
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.3 (235 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings235 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB19 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperWyllys IngersollAuspiciousNet LLC

Bugs and requests

iPGMail

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes when importing certain private keys
  • Issues with sending/receiving encrypted attachments
  • Problems with key server integration and key management

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to save password/passphrase
  • Automatic deletion of local decrypted files
  • Better integration with iOS Mail app
  • Support for more encryption algorithms beyond RSA

FishMemo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

iPGMail

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FishMemo

Subscriptions2
  • Subscribe Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Subscribe Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Purchase$59.99

Questions

Is iPGMail free?
iPGMail costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is FishMemo free?
FishMemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do iPGMail or FishMemo have ads?
Neither iPGMail nor FishMemo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iPGMail or FishMemo?
iPGMail ships an update every 10 days, and FishMemo every 9 days. Most recently, iPGMail was updated on October 13, 2026 and FishMemo on October 10, 2026.

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