# SmartBallot vs ExpressKeys

The clearest difference is rating: SmartBallot at 5.0 against ExpressKeys's 4.2. SmartBallot also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). ExpressKeys's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (29 vs 5). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartBallot sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and ExpressKeys sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SmartBallot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ExpressKeys has 29 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SmartBallot ships an update every 11 days, ExpressKeys every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartBallot | ExpressKeys |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartballot/id6746402345/reviews)** | [4.2 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expresskeys-password-manager/id6748346556/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **29** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 165 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Streamsync Tech Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1536753038) | [Express VPN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687252195) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartBallot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartballot/id6746402345)

This app simplifies the voting process, allowing users to register, explore candidates, cast ballots securely, and track results in real-time. It also facilitates civic engagement through a social feed and community discussions.

**Highlights:** Register for elections, Explore candidate details, Securely cast votes, Track real-time results, Election notifications, Social feed and messaging, Community discussions

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Accreditation Fee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Option 1 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Option 2 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Option 3 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Option 4 | $69.99 | one-time |
| Option 5 | $99.99 | one-time |
| Option 6 | $149.99 | one-time |
| Option 7 | $229.99 | one-time |
| Option 8 | $299.99 | one-time |
| Option 9 | $399.99 | one-time |


### ExpressKeys

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/expresskeys-password-manager/id6748346556)

Securely store, autofill, and manage all your passwords, credit cards, and sensitive data. This password manager uses end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption to protect your information across all your devices, helping you create strong, unique passwords and avoid data breaches.

**Highlights:** Unlimited password storage, Cross-device synchronization, Zero-knowledge encryption, Password generator, Autofill for apps and websites, Secure notes and credit card storage

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Month Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Subscription | $11.99 | per month |
| 12-Month Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| 12-Month Subscription | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartBallot free?

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

### Is ExpressKeys free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SmartBallot or ExpressKeys?

SmartBallot is rated higher. SmartBallot averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while ExpressKeys averages 4.2 from 29 ratings.

### Do SmartBallot or ExpressKeys have ads?

SmartBallot shows ads; ExpressKeys does not.

### Which is updated more often, SmartBallot or ExpressKeys?

SmartBallot ships an update every 11 days, and ExpressKeys every 8 days. Most recently, SmartBallot was updated on October 7, 2026 and ExpressKeys on October 4, 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.*