Comparison

FedNote vs iPass Secure Auth

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

Head to head
About

FedNote

Features
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DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. COVER YOUR ASSETS. In 2025, Federal employees face unprecedented workforce changes including Reductions in Force (RIF), deferred resignations, and agency reorganizations. FedNote helps you navigate these challenges by providing essential documentation tools and resources. Key Features: - Secure, offline-only event logging system - Document scanner for preserving critical communications - Status tracker for monitoring employment changes - Comprehensive preparation checklist - Detailed communication logger - Timeline visualization for status changes - Export capabilities for legal documentation - Resource links to employee rights information FedNote operates completely offline with no data collection or external connectivity, ensuring your sensitive employment information remains private and secure. Perfect for Federal employees who need to maintain detailed records of workplace changes, communications, and official notices. Designed specifically for Federal employees facing workforce restructuring, this tool helps you: - Track and timestamp all employment-related events - Document communications with management - Maintain chronological records of status changes - Preserve important notices and communications - Prepare for potential legal proceedings - Follow best practices for workforce transitions Take control of your employment documentation with FedNote - your comprehensive companion for navigating Federal workforce transitions. FedNotes is free forever with all features unlocked in-app purchases are for tips only.

About

iPass Secure Auth

This app provides robust security for your online accounts. It functions as a two-factor authenticator, password manager, and private browser, all protected by military-grade encryption and biometric locks. Keep your digital life safe and accessible across all your devices.

Highlights
  • Two-Factor Authenticator (2FA)
  • Encrypted Password Manager
  • One-Tap Password Generator
  • Private In-App Browser
  • Sync Across Devices
  • Face ID & Fingerprint Lock
Features
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Stop Worrying About Account Security. iPass is your all-in-one authenticator, password manager, and private browser — built to protect your accounts, passwords, and digital identity in one secure app. Two-Factor Authenticator (2FA) Scan QR codes and generate OTP codes for Google, Facebook, Instagram, crypto wallets, and hundreds of supported services. Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) work offline, so your codes are always available when you need them. Encrypted Password Manager Store and manage your passwords securely in one encrypted vault. Keep your credentials organized and accessible only to you. Password Autofill Log in faster and more securely with built-in password autofill. iPass can automatically fill your saved usernames and passwords in supported apps and websites. Password Health Dashboard Check the security of your saved passwords at a glance. Identify weak, reused, or potentially risky passwords and know which credentials may need your attention. Password Import & Export Move your passwords easily when switching password managers or creating a backup. Import existing credentials into iPass or securely export them whenever needed. One-Tap Password Generator Create strong, unique passwords instantly. Customize password length and complexity to meet different website and app requirements. Private In-App Browser Browse securely without leaving iPass. Access your saved credentials and enjoy a smoother login experience directly from the app. Sync Across All Devices Keep your accounts and credentials synchronized across your supported Apple devices. Switch between iPhone and iPad without losing access to your important information. Face ID & Fingerprint Lock Protect your vault with biometric authentication. Your sensitive information remains secured behind Face ID, Touch ID, or your device's supported biometric protection. Why Choose iPass: • Unlimited authenticator accounts • Password Manager • Password Autofill • Password Health Dashboard • Password Import & Export • Strong Password Generator • Offline 2FA code generation • Biometric vault protection • Secure backup and synchronization • Private in-app browser • Simple and intuitive interface Your digital accounts deserve better protection. Download iPass Secure Auth today and keep your 2FA codes, passwords, and account security in one place. Privacy Policy: https://ipasssecureauth.com/privacy-policy
 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FedNote4 screens
iPass Secure Auth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FedNote at every 2 days against iPass Secure Auth's every 3 weeks. FedNote also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FedNote sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and iPass Secure Auth sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FedNote ships an update every 2 days, iPass Secure Auth every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FedNote versus iPass Secure Auth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFedNoteiPass Secure Auth
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB114 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPolemics Applications LLCBeyond Limits Cloud Services LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FedNote

One-time3
  • FedNote Tip $0.99$0.99
  • FedNote Tip $4.99$4.99
  • FedNote Tip $9.99$9.99
6 purchases

iPass Secure Auth

Subscriptions5
  • IPass Secure Auth Pro$7.997 Days
  • IPass Secure Auth Pro$12.991 Month
  • IPass Secure Auth Pro$22.491 Year
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  • IPass Secure Auth Pro3 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • iPass Secure Auth Pro1 Year trial$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • iPass Secure Auth Pro Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is FedNote free?
FedNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iPass Secure Auth free?
iPass Secure Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FedNote or iPass Secure Auth have ads?
Neither FedNote nor iPass Secure Auth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FedNote or iPass Secure Auth?
FedNote ships an update every 2 days, and iPass Secure Auth every 3 weeks. Most recently, FedNote was updated on October 7, 2026 and iPass Secure Auth on October 14, 2026.

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