Comparison

Files Vault Pro, Security Lock vs DocLib Vault

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

Head to head
About

Files Vault Pro, Security Lock

Securely store and encrypt private photos, files, and documents directly on your device. Protect sensitive data with hardware-backed security and multiple unlock methods like Face ID, PIN, or pattern.

Highlights
  • On-device AES-GCM encryption
  • Face ID/Passcode, PIN, or pattern unlock
  • Add files from Photos, Camera, or Files
  • Built-in viewer for various file types
  • Export as ZIP or single items
  • Name collision guard for safe exporting
Features
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Protect private photos and files with hardware-backed security and on-device encryption. On-device AES-GCM. Files are encrypted locally with a symmetric key stored in the Secure Enclave–backed Keychain (When Passcode Set, This Device Only). Three unlock methods. Face ID/Passcode, PIN, or a 3×3 pattern lock. Change anytime behind a biometric “master gate.” Real file handling. Add from Photos, Camera, or Files. Quick Look viewer for PDFs, videos, audio, and more. Pinch-to-zoom for images. Safe exporting. Export everything as a ZIP or single items. Photos can also be saved straight to the system Photos library. Name collision guard. Incoming items and exports get unique names automatically. No accidental overwrites. Secure by default. The “+” button and destructive actions are disabled when locked to prevent exploits. No account. No cloud. No trackers. Your vault lives on your device. Face ID / device passcode authentication Optional PIN and 3×3 pattern lock Encrypted storage for photos, PDFs, docs, videos, audio Built-in viewer (images, PDFs, media, many file types via Quick Look) Add from Camera, Photos, or Files Export all (ZIP) or single items Save exported photos to the Photos app Filename sanitization and automatic de-duplication Wipe-all option when needed Private scans, IDs, medical docs Sensitive work files on BYOD devices Photos you don’t want in cloud libraries Files Vault Pro keeps features local to minimize attack surface. Do not rely on any consumer app for life-critical secrecy. No data collected from this app. Camera and Photos permissions are used only for adding or saving your content. Face ID is used for on-device authentication. Nothing leaves the device.

About

DocLib Vault

Securely store and organize photos, videos, documents, and notes locally on your device. Offers robust import options, advanced file management, and built-in viewers for various media types. Pro version unlocks deeper features like OCR and enhanced multi-play.

Highlights
  • Local-first private vault
  • Import from multiple sources
  • Folder and tag organization
  • Built-in viewers for various file types
  • Markdown and PDF editing
  • Encrypted backup and restore
  • Passcode and Face ID protection
Features
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DocLib is a local-first private vault for photos, videos, files, audio, and notes. Import from Photos, Files, Camera, document scan, direct HTTPS links, the Share Sheet, clipboard, Private Browser, or your computer over local Wi-Fi. No account required. Your content stays on your device by default unless you choose to export, share, or create a backup. Keep everything organized with folders and subfolders, tags, favorites, smart folders, filters, search, and Recently Deleted. Create secure Markdown or plain-text notes, convert supported PDFs and text files into Markdown, view Markdown with rich formatting, preview code files with syntax highlighting and line numbers, search inside PDFs, and mark up PDFs right in the app. Choose from built-in themes and app icons to make the vault feel like yours. DocLib is built for private everyday use: - Passcode and Face ID protection - Built-in viewers for photos, videos, audio, PDFs, Markdown, code, and common document types - Photo slideshows with interval controls - Photo and video Randomizer with folder selection, adjustable tile counts and timing, fit/fill, and optional automatic changes - Photo grids with up to 32 tiles - Custom browser homepages and startup tabs - Mute media for saved media and browser playback, with an info button explaining browser and system audio limitations - Video playback speed controls, mute, loop, mini-player behavior, and swipe-down actions - Multi-Play for watching multiple videos at once with shared controls for play/pause, mute, playback speed, filters, orientation, reordering, and add/remove - Video and audio trim tools, plus compression to save space - Fast import from the Share Sheet, Private Browser, clipboard, and local Wi-Fi Transfer - Encrypted backup and restore with reminder scheduling DocLib Pro adds deeper power features: - Deep Vault with separate passcode, biometrics, and reveal controls - Up to 12 video tiles in Multi-Play and Randomizer, plus duplicate Multi-Play tiles - Resume playback, background audio, and Picture in Picture - On-device OCR and full-text indexing for documents, PDFs, images, and many code/text formats - Selective restore from encrypted backups - Larger link downloads up to 5 GB - Video merge - Per-type library layouts, custom backgrounds, more app icons, and advanced privacy controls Private by default. Fast to use. Built for the things you actually want to keep. Have an idea? Send a feature request from the app. DocLib keeps getting better through real user feedback.

Screenshots

Files Vault Pro, Security Lock4 screens
DocLib Vault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DocLib Vault at Free against Files Vault Pro, Security Lock's $1.99. DocLib Vault also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0). Files Vault Pro, Security Lock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On ratings volume, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

DocLib Vault is free to download; Files Vault Pro, Security Lock costs $1.99 up front. DocLib Vault sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Files Vault Pro, Security Lock asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DocLib Vault holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Files Vault Pro, Security Lock versus DocLib Vault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFiles Vault Pro, Security LockDocLib Vault
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings12 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB216 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEyeOS Store Inc.Tyler Mattingly

Customer experience

Files Vault Pro, Security Lock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

DocLib Vault

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Files Vault Pro, Security Lock

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DocLib Vault

Subscriptions2
  • DocLib Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • DocLib Pro Yearly3 Months trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Files Vault Pro, Security Lock free?
Files Vault Pro, Security Lock costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DocLib Vault free?
DocLib Vault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Files Vault Pro, Security Lock or DocLib Vault?
DocLib Vault is rated higher. Files Vault Pro, Security Lock averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while DocLib Vault averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Files Vault Pro, Security Lock or DocLib Vault have ads?
Neither Files Vault Pro, Security Lock nor DocLib Vault shows ads.

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