Paranoia File Encryption PRO vs IronKey Password Manager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Paranoia File Encryption PRO
Securely encrypt and conceal your private files and folders using a variety of strong encryption algorithms. This app can also hide files within JPEG images for an extra layer of security. It offers batch processing and deletion options for enhanced privacy management.
- Multiple strong encryption algorithms
- Steganography to hide files in images
- Secure deletion of original files
- Batch processing of multiple files
- Creates encrypted .enc files
- Key for desktop application activation
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• Paranoia File Encryption is a universal file encryption application for iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod), brought to you by Paranoia Works. It securely encrypts your private and confidential files or entire folders. P.F.E. works like an archiver, creating a new .enc file after encryption. The original file(s) can be deleted or wiped after the encryption process is completed. This can be done manually or set to be done automatically. • The app ensures real security as data is encrypted using the strongest encryption algorithms: Blowfish 448bit, AES 256bit, RC6 256bit, Serpent 256bit, Twofish 256bit, Threefish 1024bit, SHACAL-2 512bit, and Paranoia C4 2048bit ciphers are available. • Steganography: The application offers steganographic features, allowing you to conceal files within a JPEG image. Two algorithms are available: J-UNIWARD and F5. The selected algorithm works with your chosen symmetric cipher to create the final steganogram. • Versions for other systems and platforms are available on the application's homepage (download section - https://paranoiaworks.mobi/download/). • The AES web version is available at: https://pteo.paranoiaworks.mobi/paranoia-file-encryption/ • Free / PRO version differences: The PRO version contains more algorithms - specifically, Threefish 1024bit, SHACAL-2 512bit, and Paranoia C4 2048bit (which is a cascade of Threefish–Serpent–AES–SHACAL2). The free version can decrypt data encrypted by these advanced algorithms, but encryption is exclusive to the PRO version. In addition, the PRO version allows the selection of multiple files and their batch processing. It also provides a key to activate the PRO version of the desktop application: Paranoia File & Text Encryption for PC, Paranoia Text Encryption for PC and S.S.E. File Encryptor for PC • We greatly appreciate your feedback, including suggestions for improvement and reports of technical problems. Please feel free to contact us via email, particularly if you have questions. Comments don't provide the means for us to communicate with you effectively.
IronKey Password Manager
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IronKey is a secure password manager that stores your passwords locally on your device using military-grade AES-256 encryption. No cloud servers. No internet required. Your passwords never leave your device. SECURE PASSWORD VAULT WITH AES-256 ENCRYPTION IronKey password manager uses AES-256-GCM encryption — the same encryption standard trusted by governments and military organizations — to protect every piece of data you store. Unlike cloud-based password managers, IronKey keeps your encrypted password vault entirely offline on your device. Your encryption key is generated and stored inside your device's hardware-backed secure enclave. It cannot be extracted, copied, or accessed by any app, server, or person — including us. This is the most secure password storage method available. WHY CHOOSE IRONKEY PASSWORD MANAGER? Military-Grade Encryption AES-256-GCM authenticated encryption protects all your stored data — passwords, usernames, website URLs, notes, and titles. Every field is fully encrypted at rest. Offline Password Manager — No Cloud Required IronKey is a completely offline password vault. Your passwords are never uploaded, synced, or transmitted. No servers means no data breaches. The safest password is one that never touches the internet. Biometric Login — Face ID and Touch ID Unlock your password vault instantly with Face ID or Touch ID. Fast, convenient, and secure biometric access. Brute-Force Protection Your PIN is secured with PBKDF2 key stretching (100,000 iterations). After multiple failed unlock attempts, IronKey activates a security lockout timer to protect against unauthorized access. Auto-Lock and Clipboard Security IronKey automatically locks your password vault after a period of inactivity. Passwords copied to clipboard are automatically cleared after 30 seconds, leaving no trace. Password Generator Generate strong, random passwords with letters, numbers, and special characters. Create unique passwords for every account to maximize your online security. Organize With Categories Sort your passwords into customizable categories. Create, rename, and manage categories to keep your password vault organized. Search, sort by name or date, and filter by category. Favorite Passwords Mark frequently used passwords as favorites for quick access at the top of your vault. COMPLETE FEATURE LIST AES-256-GCM password encryption Hardware-backed secure key storage Offline password storage — no internet needed Biometric unlock — Face ID and Touch ID Strong password generator Customizable password categories Search, sort, and filter passwords Favorite passwords for quick access PIN protection with PBKDF2 hashing Brute-force lockout protection Auto-lock on inactivity Clipboard auto-clear (30 seconds) Cloud backup blocked for security Dark theme security-focused design No ads, no tracking, no analytics No account registration required Store up to 10 passwords for free Unlimited password storage with upgrade SECURITY DETAILS Encryption: AES-256-GCM (NIST-approved standard) Key Storage: Hardware-backed secure enclave PIN Security: PBKDF2-HMAC-SHA256, 100,000 iterations Initialization Vector: Randomized per encryption Integrity: 128-bit GCM authentication tag Backup Policy: Fully blocked (cloud and device transfer) Network: Zero internet permissions
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: IronKey Password Manager at Free against Paranoia File Encryption PRO's $3.99. Paranoia File Encryption PRO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On ads 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
IronKey Password Manager is free to download; Paranoia File Encryption PRO costs $3.99 up front. IronKey Password Manager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Paranoia File Encryption PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Paranoia File Encryption PRO | IronKey Password Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.5 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | Frantisek Dvorak | TUFAN VATANDOST |
In-app purchases
Paranoia File Encryption PRO
No in-app purchases
IronKey Password Manager
- Lifetime Unlimited Password Storage$7.99
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