Comparison

Guarded Key vs DrivePassword Password Manager

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

Head to head
About

Guarded Key

Securely store all your online identities, financial details, and product codes with robust 4096-bit encryption. Synchronize data across devices using iCloud or manage it locally for complete control. Generate strong passwords and receive reminders for expiring items.

Highlights
  • 4096-bit encryption
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Password generation
  • Secure storage for cards and contacts
  • Automatic sign-in
  • Portable license
Features
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Guarded Key is the most secure password manager which uses encrypted database to store all your online identities, bank accounts, credit/debit cards, contact information, product codes (software activation keys, serial numbers, registration codes). Optional iCloud - Synchronize iPhone/iPod/iPad and Mac OS X devices. FREE VERSION: Never expires, no ads, up to 32 records in the database (8 passwords + 8 cash items + 8 contacts + 8 products) FULL VERSION: Never expires, no ads, unlimited records in the database Demo database: load it and see Guarded Key in action! DATA MANAGEMENT Encrypted database is stored on your device. Use cloud service to enable database mirroring and synchronize data on all your devices from the cloud. The database uses very strong encryption, so database in the cloud and upload/download is absolutely safe. Local database on the device is the primary data source for the app. If the cloud service (or the internet) is not accessible for any reason, the app works with local database and you have your data under total control (unlike online password managers). Transition between offline and online is made seamlessly without any user interaction. You can always backup/restore data through iTunes on your desktop computer. DATA SECURITY Each record in the database is encrypted with 4096-bit key and 8 layers of encryption consisting of different encryption standards (AES, Triple DES, Blowfish, Twofish). Encrypted database can only be accessed after providing username and password (this is the only password you have to remember). Database is protected so well, that breaking 10 character password would take on a personal computer 8 billion years. FEATURES: * One master password - use one password forever (Face ID is optional and can be enabled for convenience) * iCloud - enable cloud service to synchronize data between iOS and Mac OS. * Portable license - copy your database to USB flash drive and use with desktop/laptop version of the app * Passwords - manage all your online accounts and passwords, sign into your favorite web sites with one-tap, or copy user name and password into pasteboard * Automatic (cryptographic) password - let Guarded Key generate strong passwords * Custom password - enter password manually or generate random password with one tap * Cryptographic Security Token - dynamic security token based on Certificate/RSA Signature * Cash - manage bank accounts and credit/debit cards * Contacts (address book) - names, birth dates, addresses, phone numbers, emails, social networks, Skype id * Products - product codes, serial numbers, software activation keys * Animated gauges - visual check of password strength and expiration dates * Reminders - birthdays and items about to expire * Strong encryption - 4096-bit key and 8 layers of encryption * Platform independent - use operating system of your choice * Browser independence - use with any web browser of your choice * Automatic sign in - the app starts web browser, navigates to web page and enters username and password * Shredder - database record is decrypted only when used and shredded (overwritten with zeros) when no longer needed * Computer and Mobile Device management - enhance safety by authorizing specific computers/mobile devices for Guarded Key sign-in * Import contacts from your device SUBSCRIPTIONS: • You can subscribe to access all premium features. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Guarded Key (Strong password to the Internet) Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DrivePassword Password Manager

Securely store and manage all your passwords using your Google Drive account. Offers robust encryption, password generation, and sharing capabilities for individuals and teams.

Highlights
  • Google Drive integration
  • AES-256 bit encryption
  • Password generator
  • Import/Export passwords
  • Password strength indicator
  • Sharing with access control
  • Two-factor authentication
Features
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Drive Password is a password manager entirely based on Google Drive™, any password or secret is secure and encrypted in Google Drive™. All you need to start using and protecting your passwords is a Google Account. Drive Password remembers all your passwords for you and your organization. Try Drive Password free plan forever, or upgrade to Drive Password subscription*. WHY DRIVE PASSWORD Drive Password offers complete control over your data by fully integrating with Google Drive. Your information is encrypted locally on your device using AES-256 bit military-grade encryption before being securely stored in your Google Drive. With end-to-end encryption, your data remains private and is only decrypted on your device, ensuring that you, and only you, have access to your passwords. This approach guarantees that your sensitive information stays protected and under your control at all times. ESSENTIAL FEATURES ● Organize your passwords with categories ● Endless subcategorization - folder/subfolder1/subfolder2/subfolder3….. ● Password Generator for creating secure passwords ● Import from variety of password managers ● Export all you passwords ● Password strength indicator ● Second auth mechanism - password / pattern lock / 2FA ● Share categories and accounts ● Full control on the shared categories/accounts TEAMS AND FAMILY FEATURES ● Sharing - Securely share and manage account information, logins, secret keys, backup keys, and more with other team members. ● Access control - Complete control on who can access and/or edit the securely stored information in your Drive Password account. ● Priority Support - Having a problem? Got questions? Get the help you need when you need it, fast!. ● Two-factor authentication - Choose the most convenient 2FA method to securely access your account. DATA SOVEREIGNTY Only you can access your data. Neither we, nor Google can peak at the secrets and passwords you store in Drive Password. This is achieved by our unique and innovative implementation of separation secrets keys and encrypted data. We love Drive Password and strive to make it the best it can be. Connect with us with us at support@drivepassword.com, @DrivePassword on Twitter, and Facebook.com/DrivePasswordHQ! * Drive Password is a monthly service that costs $6.99 for individuals or $33.99 for a teams of 10 (prices vary by region and platform). Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and auto-renews at the same price unless disabled in iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your subscription can be managed in your iTunes Account Settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. * Privacy policy: https://drivepassword.com/privacy-policy/ * Terms of Use: https://drivepassword.com/terms-of-service/

Screenshots

Guarded Key4 screens
DrivePassword Password Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Guarded Key at 100% against DrivePassword Password Manager's 63%. Guarded Key also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium). DrivePassword Password Manager's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. Guarded Key sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and DrivePassword Password Manager sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guarded Key ships an update every 2 months, DrivePassword Password Manager every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Guarded Key versus DrivePassword Password Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuarded KeyDrivePassword Password Manager
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better62.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRobert JanikPROMOTINO LTD

Customer experience

Guarded Key

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DrivePassword Password Manager

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Guarded Key

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription (1 Month)$0.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription (1 year)$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full version$19.99
6 purchases

DrivePassword Password Manager

Subscriptions6
  • Pro plan monthly$6.991 Month
  • Small Team monthly$33.991 Month
  • Pro plan yearly$41.991 Year
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  • Regular Team plan$74.991 Month
  • Small team yearly$349.991 Year
  • Regular Team yearly$699.991 Year

Questions

Is Guarded Key free?
Guarded Key is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DrivePassword Password Manager free?
DrivePassword Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Guarded Key or DrivePassword Password Manager have ads?
Neither Guarded Key nor DrivePassword Password Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Guarded Key or DrivePassword Password Manager?
Guarded Key ships an update every 2 months, and DrivePassword Password Manager every 3 weeks. Most recently, Guarded Key was updated on November 1, 2026 and DrivePassword Password Manager on November 11, 2026.

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