Comparison

Encrypt.me vs BlackCloak

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

Head to head
About

Encrypt.me

This app provides a simple and secure way to protect your online data, especially on public Wi-Fi. It automatically secures your connection when you use untrusted networks, offering peace of mind for your on-the-go activities. Enjoy effortless online security with a minimal interface and cloud-synced preferences across your devices.

Highlights
  • Auto-secure on untrusted networks
  • Effortless online security management
  • Cloud-synced preferences
  • Data encryption
  • Minimal user interface
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Encrypt.me keeps you safe on public Wi-Fi with no fiddling or fuss. With Encrypt.me's auto-secure feature, you don't even need to remember that you have Encrypt.me -- just connect to that coffee shop, or airport, or hotel, or conference Wi-Fi and trust that Encrypt.me's got your back. Encrypt.me empowers our users to have total security on what matters most to them - their data on-the-go. We create innovative and award-winning apps that are as powerful as the clients we serve. Finally, peace of mind while on-the-go allowing you more time to focus on what matters most. If you're working at your favorite coffee shop, on-the-go at an Airbnb or home we help protect your data. We encrypt our user's data contribute to preventing hackers and ISPs from reading your data. What else is cool about Encrypt.me? So much: - With a beautiful, minimal user interface and quick access to all the important controls, Encrypt.me makes it effortless to manage your online security. - Encrypt.me knows which networks you trust, and which you don't... and Encrypt.me automatically secures your connection when you use an untrusted network. - All of your preferences are cloud synced to all of your devices: iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches, and Macs. As always, we welcome your comments and feedback and, yes, even your bug reports. To get in touch, send us an email: hello@encrypt.me -- we are here to help, so please do say hello!

About

BlackCloak

Safeguard your digital life and family from online threats with this personal cybersecurity companion. It offers dark web monitoring, identity protection, and device security insights. Get expert support to enhance your online privacy and security.

Highlights
  • Dark web monitoring
  • Identity protection alerts
  • Personal device security insights
  • Online privacy monitoring
  • Cybersecurity expert support
Features
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Protect Your Privacy. Secure Your Digital Life. The BlackCloak mobile app is your personal cybersecurity and privacy companion, designed to safeguard you and your family from online threats, breaches, and digital vulnerabilities. With BlackCloak, you gain unmatched visibility into your digital security, coupled with actionable steps to enhance your protection. Key Features: • Dark Web Monitoring: Instantly detect if your personal information has been exposed on the dark web. View compromised accounts and reset passwords directly within the app. • Identity Protection: Stay alerted to potential risks to your identity and take proactive measures to secure sensitive information. • Personal Device Security: Receive tailored insights to enhance the security of your devices against hacking attempts and malware. • Privacy Monitoring: Protect your online privacy by identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in your digital presence. • Concierge Support: Access direct, one-on-one support from BlackCloak cybersecurity experts for personalized guidance and assistance. Why BlackCloak? BlackCloak specializes in protecting high-net-worth individuals, families, and executives from cyberattacks and breaches. Our app empowers you with advanced tools and services tailored to your unique digital footprint—no technical expertise required.

Screenshots

Encrypt.me4 screens
BlackCloak3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BlackCloak at none against Encrypt.me's 3. BlackCloak also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Encrypt.me's advantage is ratings volume (5.7K vs 36) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support 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

Both are free to download. Encrypt.me sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. BlackCloak asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Encrypt.me against 4.4 for BlackCloak. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Encrypt.me has 5.7K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 52% of Encrypt.me's written reviews are positive against 44% of BlackCloak's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Encrypt.me ships an update every 2 months, BlackCloak fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Encrypt.me versus BlackCloak: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEncrypt.meBlackCloak
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (5.7K ratings) — better4.4 (36 ratings)
Positive reviews52.4% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings5.7K — better36
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCloak Holdings LLCBlackCloak Inc.

Customer experience

Encrypt.me

All ratings5,719 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral3.7%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews248 reviews
Positive52.4%
Neutral6.9%
Negative40.7%

BlackCloak

All ratings36 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.9%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative55.6%

Bugs and requests

Encrypt.me

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Certificate expiration issues
  • Inability to connect to home/trusted networks
  • Disconnects frequently, requires constant reconnection

Requested features

3 requests
  • Pause/resume VPN functionality
  • Improved compatibility with hotel/public WiFi logins
  • Ability to bypass VPN for specific apps or websites

BlackCloak

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Encrypt.me

One-time3
  • Week Pass$3.99
  • Month Pass$9.99
  • Year Pass$99.99
None

BlackCloak

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Encrypt.me free?
Encrypt.me is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BlackCloak free?
BlackCloak is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Encrypt.me or BlackCloak?
Encrypt.me is rated higher. Encrypt.me averages 4.5 out of 5 from 5.7K ratings, while BlackCloak averages 4.4 from 36 ratings.
Do Encrypt.me or BlackCloak have ads?
Encrypt.me shows ads; BlackCloak does not.
Which is updated more often, Encrypt.me or BlackCloak?
Encrypt.me ships an update every 2 months, and BlackCloak fortnightly. Most recently, Encrypt.me was updated on September 20, 2026 and BlackCloak on September 10, 2026.

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