Comparison

SNote vs LockWhisper

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

Head to head
About

SNote

A privacy-focused workspace for secure note-taking, file storage, and task management. It offers end-to-end encryption for all data and allows private collaboration on projects and shared files.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted notes and files
  • Private team collaboration
  • Task and project management
  • Customizable data tables
  • Secure file storage
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SNote is a Privacy focused, End-to-End Encrypted workspace where you can write, plan, collaborate and get organized - it allows you to take notes, store files, add tasks, manage projects & more. Whether you're working solo or in a team. Privacy without Compromises State-of-the-art end-to-end encryption keeps your notes and files secure. We can't read your notes or access to your files, and no one else can either. Privacy isn’t an optional mode - it’s just the way that SNote works. Every note, every file, every time. Collaborate Without Insecurity Privately collaborate with only the people you want on Projects, To-Dos, Tasks and Shared Files. All with an unexpected focus on privacy, combined with all of the features you expect. All with a realtime end-to-end encryption. We call it eye-to-eye. Infinitely Configurable Data Smart, encrypted, and customizable data tables offer endless possibilities for efficient and secure work processes. Using data tables, you and your team can easily tailor tables to your specific needs while ensuring sensitive information remains protected. Terms & Privacy: https://www.snote.app/legal/

About

LockWhisper

This app provides a secure, offline vault for all your sensitive data, using military-grade encryption. It offers features like password management, encrypted notes, secure browsing, and dual-password protection for enhanced privacy. Your data remains entirely on your device, with no cloud sync or tracking.

Highlights
  • Offline security and encryption
  • Dual-password system for plausible deniability
  • AES-256 encryption for all data
  • Password manager with AutoFill
  • Encrypted notes and journal editor
  • Secure browser and QR code scanner
  • Cross-device sync via peer-to-peer
Features
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LockWhisper is a private, offline-first security vault for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It keeps sensitive personal data encrypted on your device without cloud accounts, analytics, tracking, or LockWhisper servers handling your vault contents. ONE PRIVATE PLACE Store passwords, 2FA codes, PGP keys, encrypted notes, journals, plans, files, photos, videos, voice recordings, contacts, cards, identity records, travel documents, vehicle records, saved links, emergency information, habits, and private tasks. LockWhisper also includes a secure browser, secure clipboard, QR and scanner tools, photo metadata cleaning, encrypted search, favorites, import and export tools, and device-to-device sync. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Every supported module is built around local encryption and device-controlled storage. Your vault stays on your device unless you choose to export it or sync supported data directly to another trusted device. A DASHBOARD YOU CONTROL Use daily privacy tips, Quick Actions, Security Snapshot, backup health, favorites, and quick modules to reach what matters. Choose layout presets, change visual density, group modules, resize widgets, and decide which cards appear. REAL AND DECOY VAULTS LockWhisper includes an optional fake password system. Your real password opens your private vault. A separate fake password opens a decoy vault with separate data for plausible deniability. SECURITY TOOLS YOU CAN USE Security Center summarizes password health, authenticator coverage, encryption-key rotation, backup readiness, recovery status, and other actionable findings. Optional auto-destruct, recovery tools, key backup, jailbreak and debug checks, and YubiKey-assisted workflows provide additional protection. PRIVATE DEVICE SYNC Sync supported data directly between trusted devices over encrypted peer-to-peer connections. No LockWhisper account and no central cloud database for your vault contents. ONE PRICE, NOT A SUBSCRIPTION Use core privacy tools free. Upgrade to Pro with a one-time purchase for advanced modules and premium security features. LockWhisper brings passwords, private writing, encrypted files, 2FA, PGP, secure media, planning, scanner tools, and vault records together while keeping personal data under your control.

Screenshots

SNote4 screens
LockWhisper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: LockWhisper at none against SNote's shown. SNote's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.4). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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. SNote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and LockWhisper sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SNote versus LockWhisper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSNoteLockWhisper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperINCOG, LLCNevv Atlantis LLC

Customer experience

SNote

All ratings8 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

LockWhisper

Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative80.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SNote

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$96.991 Year
4 purchases

LockWhisper

One-time4
  • Tip $1$0.99
  • Tip $3$2.99
  • LockWhisper Pro$4.99
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  • Tip $5$4.99

Questions

Is SNote free?
SNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LockWhisper free?
LockWhisper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SNote or LockWhisper have ads?
SNote shows ads; LockWhisper does not.
Which is updated more often, SNote or LockWhisper?
SNote ships an update every 3 weeks, and LockWhisper every 3 weeks. Most recently, SNote was updated on October 2, 2026 and LockWhisper on September 18, 2026.

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