# iKeep App vs Private Note Encrypted

The clearest difference is ads: Private Note Encrypted at none against iKeep App's shown. Private Note Encrypted also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iKeep App sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Private Note Encrypted sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iKeep App ships an update every 3 weeks, Private Note Encrypted every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iKeep App | Private Note Encrypted |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 11 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Bahadir Sonmez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1745106161) | [ZONESOFT S.R.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6780032610) |

## What reviewers say

### iKeep App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ikeep-app/id6502346775)

Securely store and organize your private notes and sensitive information on Apple devices. Features custom categories, quick search, and biometric locking for enhanced privacy. Syncs across devices via iCloud and offers quick access through widgets and extensions.

**Highlights:** Customizable categories with icons and colors, Fast search, favorites, and filters, Biometric lock (Face ID/Touch ID), iCloud Sync for cross-device access, Home Screen widgets, iMessage extension

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


### Private Note Encrypted

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/private-note-encrypted/id6780053523)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| English | $3.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iKeep App free?

iKeep App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Private Note Encrypted free?

Private Note Encrypted is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do iKeep App or Private Note Encrypted have ads?

iKeep App shows ads; Private Note Encrypted does not.

### Which is updated more often, iKeep App or Private Note Encrypted?

iKeep App ships an update every 3 weeks, and Private Note Encrypted every 11 days. Most recently, iKeep App was updated on November 8, 2026 and Private Note Encrypted on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*