Guarded Key vs Safe+
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 4096-bit encryption
- iCloud synchronization
- Password generation
- Secure storage for cards and contacts
- Automatic sign-in
- Portable license
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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/
Safe+
This app securely stores your passwords, credit card details, and other sensitive information. It generates strong, unique passwords and offers features like Face ID unlock and two-factor authentication code storage. Share access with teams and families for streamlined security.
- Generate strong, unique passwords
- Store logins, credit cards, and notes
- Fill credentials into apps and websites
- End-to-end encryption
- Face ID unlock
- Two-factor authentication code storage
- Share with teams and families
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Safe+ remembers all your passwords for you, and keeps them safe and secure behind the one password that only you know. Safe+: the password manager that's as beautiful and simple as it is secure. Just add your passwords and let Safe+ do the rest. Sign in to websites and apps with just a few taps, and use the password generator to change your passwords and make them stronger. Try Safe+ free for 7 days, then keep going with a Safe+ subscription*. PUT PASSWORDS IN THEIR PLACE ◆ Create strong, unique passwords and memorizable pass-phrases for your online accounts ◆ Fill usernames, passwords, credit card numbers and addresses into websites and supported apps ◆ Access your information on all your mobile devices and computers GET ORGANISED ◆ Store items in more than a dozen categories: logins, credit cards, addresses, notes, bank accounts, driver’s licenses, passports, and more ◆ Create multiple vaults to keep different areas of your life separate ◆ Organize your information with tags and favorites ◆ Add custom fields to your items to store security questions, extra URLs, and any other information you can think of ◆ Use Spotlight to search for information when you need it STAY SAFE Everything you store in Safe+ is protected by a Master Password that only you know. Safe+ uses end-to-end encryption, so your data is only ever decrypted offline. The encryption keys never leave your device, and you are the only one who can see your passwords. ◆ Unlock the app quickly and securely with Face ID ◆ Lock the app automatically to ensure your data is protected, even if your device is lost or stolen ◆ Use Safe+ as your authenticator: store two-factor authentication codes and access them quickly when it's time to sign in ◆ Get alerts when a site you use has been compromised and you need to change your passwords SHARE WITH TEAMS AND FAMILIES Safe+ for iOS has full support for team and family accounts. It’s never been so easy to share the simple security of Safe+ with those you work and live with. ◆ Add all your accounts — family, team, individual — and see all your information in one place ◆ Easily migrate information between accounts ◆ Share passwords, documents, and more with teammates and family members IN-APP PURCHASE: - Weekly subscription price is $2.99 with 7 days free trail. Every 1 week your subscription renews. - Monthly subscription price is $3.99 with 7 days free trial. Every 1 month your subscription renews. - Yearly subscription price is $39.99 with 7 days free trail. Every 1 year your subscription renews. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period Privacy & Terms: https://Qodeac.com/terms_of_use.html https://Qodeac.com/privacy_policy.html It supports iOS 10.0 and later. Enjoy Now!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Guarded Key at free against Safe+'s free with in-app purchases. Guarded Key also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Safe+'s advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 18.6). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. Guarded Key sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Safe+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Guarded Key holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 4 respectively.
Guarded Key ships an update every 2 months, Safe+ monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Guarded Key | Safe+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | 4.8 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 12.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Robert Janik | Qodeac Digital Media Limited |
Customer experience
Guarded Key
Safe+
In-app purchases
Guarded Key
- Monthly Subscription (1 Month)$0.991 Month
- Annual Subscription (1 year)$9.991 Year
- Full version$19.99
Safe+
- Premium Access Weekly7 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Monthly Premium Access1 Month trial$14.991 Month
- Premium Access Yearly$39.991 Year









