Crypto Notes vs FiveBoxes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Crypto Notes
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The goal of the Crypto Notes app is to create the most secure note-taking application. Without the password, no one can access or modify your notes. We use an encryption method that is very close to information-theoretic security, providing a level of security equivalent to it in most typical scenarios. The password is the only way to access your notes. If you forget it, the content of your notes will be permanently lost. Therefore, please make sure to remember your password carefully and avoid setting one that is too simple, to prevent others from guessing it through brute force attacks. Notes are encrypted and stored locally, not on the server. You can back them up via iCloud.
FiveBoxes
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We live in the digital age and the last line of defense for our personal data is an accessible way to encrypt them. FiveBoxes offers a powerful protective layer for your personal photos, videos, files and even for your personal notes and memories. FiveBoxes aims to give you an option for better privacy in the digital age. Easily encrypt and secure your data with unmatched simplicity. Store your encrypted files right in the app or wherever you prefer.Β Thanks to dynamic random keys, you only need to remember one passwordβthe one you use to unlock FiveBoxes. Every file is safeguarded by five layers of encryption for enhanced security you can trust. When PRO Unlimited version is used, five to twelve layers of encryption are used and video, audio and photos can be added to your private notes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crypto Notes at none against FiveBoxes's 1. Crypto Notes also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. FiveBoxes sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Crypto Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.
Crypto Notes ships an update every 11 days, FiveBoxes fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Crypto Notes | FiveBoxes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days β better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 β better | 26.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 161 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | εΈ ι΅ | Ion Vuc |
In-app purchases
Crypto Notes
No in-app purchases
FiveBoxes
- PRO Unlimited$9.99
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