Easy PGP vs Keywave.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Easy PGP
This app provides robust PGP encryption and decryption for mobile devices. It allows users to generate, import, and export keys, encrypt and decrypt messages, and digitally sign and verify content, all while operating completely offline for maximum privacy.
- PGP key pair generation
- Key import/export
- Message encryption/decryption
- Digital signatures
- Signature verification
- Offline operation
- Secure key storage
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EasyPGP is a user-friendly and secure application that brings the power of PGP encryption to your mobile device. Whether you need to protect sensitive communications or verify the authenticity of messages, EasyPGP offers a complete encryption solution that respects your privacy. COMPLETELY OFFLINE All operations are performed locally on your device. Your data never leaves your phone, ensuring maximum privacy and security. SUPERIOR PRIVACY Your keys and messages are encrypted with your device's secure storage and are only accessible to you. USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN Modern, intuitive interface makes PGP encryption accessible to everyone without sacrificing security. KEY FEATURES: - Generate PGP Key Pairs Easily create new PGP key pairs with customizable encryption settings. - Import/Export Keys Import existing keys or export keys for backup and cross-device usage. - Encrypt Messages Protect your messages with strong PGP encryption using recipient public keys. - Decrypt Messages Securely read encrypted messages using your private key. - Digital Signatures Sign messages to prove authenticity and ensure message integrity. - Signature Verification Verify the authenticity of signed messages from others. - Secure Key Storage All keys are stored securely on your device with optional biometric or PIN protection. - No Internet Required Works entirely offline, ensuring your encryption activities remain private. - Light/Dark Theme Choose between light and dark themes for comfortable usage in any environment. EasyPGP is perfect for: - Journalists protecting sources and sensitive communications - Business professionals securing confidential information - Privacy-conscious individuals - Activists and human rights defenders - Anyone who values secure communications Our commitment to privacy: - No server-side operations - Optional anonymous crash reporting that can be disabled EasyPGP makes the powerful security of PGP encryption accessible to everyone, regardless of technical expertise. Download today and take control of your digital privacy!
Keywave.
Securely encrypt and decrypt messages directly on your device. Manage your PGP keys locally without any server interaction or data tracking. Offers robust key generation and import/export options with a clean interface.
- Encrypt and decrypt messages
- Generate RSA keypairs
- Manage unlimited keys
- Import/export keys
- Native SwiftUI interface
- 100% local processing
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PGP encryption for people who value their privacy. Everything runs on your device. No servers, no tracking, no compromises. Keywave is a native iOS app for PGP encryption and decryption. Encrypt messages before sending them. Decrypt messages you receive. Manage your keys. That's it. Everything runs locally using Protonmail's open-source gopenpgp library. Your keys never leave your phone. Features: • Encrypt & decrypt messages with a tap • Generate 2048, 3072, or 4096-bit RSA keypairs • Store unlimited keys with search and filtering • Import from files, clipboard, or share extension • Export as ASCII Armored or Binary • Native SwiftUI interface with dark mode Why Keywave: • 100% local — no servers, no cloud, no network requests • Zero data collection — no analytics, no tracking • Built on Protonmail's battle-tested gopenpgp library • Keys stored securely in iOS Keychain • Compatible with GPG and other PGP tools Free. No ads. Works offline. Requires iOS 17.5+. New features coming in the next version: This will include a keyboard extension, and also adding support for encrypting and decrypting files. potentially could an encrypted file vault.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Easy PGP at 3.9 against Keywave.'s 2.8. Easy PGP also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 months) and review sentiment (54% vs 33%). Keywave.'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price and 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
Both are free to download. Easy PGP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Keywave. asks for nothing beyond the download.
Easy PGP holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Easy PGP has 20 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Easy PGP's written reviews are positive against 33% of Keywave.'s.
Easy PGP ships an update every 6 days, Keywave. every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Easy PGP | Keywave. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (20 ratings) — better | 2.8 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 20 — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sabri BASOGLU | William Kelley |
Customer experience
Easy PGP
Keywave.
In-app purchases
Easy PGP
- Easy PGP Premium$5.99
Keywave.
No in-app purchases








