S3Drive vs LocalAuth
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
S3Drive
This app provides encrypted cloud storage by connecting to various S3, WebDAV, and Rclone compatible services. It offers features like drive mounting, multiple sync modes, and secure file sharing. Your data is encrypted before leaving your device for enhanced privacy.
- Encrypted file storage
- Drive mounting
- Multiple sync modes
- Secure file sharing
- Photo & video backup
- Supports S3, WebDAV, Rclone
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S3Drive is an easy-to-use client that converts any S3, WebDAV or Rclone compatible back-end into your personal encrypted file storage. Your files are encrypted before they leave your device, so no one beside you can access them. Not even us. Features: - Drive mount, - Multiple sync modes (copy, sync, move, two-way), - Content and filename encryption, - Photo & video backup, - Secure sharing via encrypted link, - Multiple accounts support, - Manage files & directories (open, preview, download, copy, delete, rename, folder upload etc.), - Preview different file formats (pdf, markdown, txt, audio, video), - Background audio play-out, - Simple text editor, - Search within directories, - Object Lock support, - File versioning (delete & restore), - Light and dark themes ==Supported providers== Protocols: S3, WebDAV, SFTP, SMB, FTP, HTTP Personal storage: Dropbox, Box, Microsoft OneDrive, pCloud, Proton Drive, Koofr S3 clouds: AWS S3, Backblaze B2, Synology C2, Cloudflare R2, Google Cloud Storage, Wasabi, Linode, IDrive e2, Storj, Scaleway, DigitalOcean Spaces Self-hosted: MinIO, SeaweedFS, GarageFS, Openstack Swift S3, Ceph, Zenko CloudServer Full list: https://docs.s3drive.app/setup/providers Encryption Full compatibility with Rclone crypt - free and open-source encryption scheme. Media backup Backup your valuable photos&videos automatically in the background Sync Synchronize between different accounts. Choose folders and select mode (one-way copy/sync, two-way sync). Import/export Import your data from other providers or export your data if it's time to switch. No vendor lock-in. Cost-effectiveness Choose provider with best pricing model, combine multiple tiers. Self-sovereignty Stay independent from external providers, connect to your own server or NAS... or enable encryption and store your files privately pretty much anywhere. Sign-up for a free account, no credit card required. Available on desktop, mobile and web. If you would like to support our mission considering rating our app and spread the word. We would love to hear from you ! Missing some features? App not working as intended? Need help? Please visit our support channel: https://s3drive.app/support User Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
LocalAuth
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LocalAuth is an open-source, truly local-first 2FA authenticator. You no longer have to choose between convenience and strong protection: unlock everyday accounts quickly with Face ID, and protect critical assets with either a dedicated YubiKey channel or a generic FIDO hmac-secret channel, using a three-channel security model based on account value. Key features: • Open source: core logic is transparent and easier to audit • Zero-cloud local 2FA: tokens stay on your device by default • Three-channel tiered security: Face ID / Secure Enclave + YubiKey + generic FIDO hmac-secret • End-to-end encrypted Travel Vault: only connects when you explicitly use it, encrypts backups on-device first, and keeps plaintext tokens unreadable to the server • Fast import: QR scan, screenshot OCR, and manual entry • Google migration compatible: supports otpauth / otpauth-migration • Local device transfer: pairing code + QR over LAN sync • Privacy first: automatic privacy mask when the app goes to the background • Hardware key support list: continuously updated compatibility references No bloated workflow. No unnecessary account dependency. Built around local data sovereignty. For people who want a calm, trustworthy, and serious authenticator, LocalAuth is built to stay out of the way while keeping control in your hands. Open-source URL: https://github.com/LocalLens-Project/localauth-ios
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LocalAuth at none against S3Drive's 3. S3Drive's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18). On price, ads and device support 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. S3Drive sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. LocalAuth asks for nothing beyond the download.
S3Drive ships an update weekly, LocalAuth every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | S3Drive | LocalAuth |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 18 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 207 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tomasz Raganowicz | Wenzhou Dulan Network Technology Co., Ltd. |
In-app purchases
S3Drive
- Ultimate Monthly$1.991 Month
- Ultimate Yearly$9.991 Year
- Lifetime Ultimate$24.99
LocalAuth
No in-app purchases









