Comparison

Greenbox Safe vs VaultaFree

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

Head to head
About

Greenbox Safe

Features
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Greenbox Safe is your personal encrypted vault — a secure place to store passwords, notes, documents, photos, IDs, and sensitive information without relying on any external server. Your data is fully encrypted on your device and only leaves your device in encrypted form. You can sync the encrypted vault file privately using iCloud or Google Drive, giving you complete control over your privacy. Key Features: • Zero-knowledge architecture — only you can decrypt your vault • Encrypted storage for passwords, notes, files, documents, and images • Fast unlock using Face ID, Touch ID, or a master passcode • Private offline mode — nothing is uploaded unless you choose • Cloud Sync via iCloud or Google Drive (encrypted, zero-trust) • No servers, no analytics, no tracking, no ads • Import/Export vault files securely • Designed for speed, simplicity, and total privacy Why Greenbox Safe? Most “password apps” and “vault apps” store your data on their servers. Greenbox Safe gives you real ownership — your encryption keys never leave your device, and only you hold the master key. Your data stays yours. Always.

About

VaultaFree

This app provides secure, offline storage for your private files, including photos, videos, and documents. It uses strong encryption and offers features like a decoy vault and security alerts for enhanced privacy. Backups are optionally encrypted and stored in your personal iCloud.

Highlights
  • Offline-first encrypted storage
  • AES-256 encryption
  • Optional encrypted iCloud backup
  • Decoy vault with secondary passcode
  • Security alerts for incorrect attempts
  • Face ID, Touch ID, and PIN authentication
Features
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Your private files belong to you. VaultaFree is an encrypted offline-first file vault that lives entirely on your iPhone. No account. No servers. No tracking. Your photos, videos, documents and files are protected with AES-256 encryption and accessible only to you. OFFLINE-FIRST PRIVACY Everything runs locally on your device by default. Your files stay under your control and remain accessible even without an internet connection. ENCRYPTED ICLOUD BACKUP Optionally back up your encrypted vault using your personal iCloud account. Files are encrypted before upload and remain unreadable without your recovery key. DECOY VAULT Create a separate vault protected by a second passcode for additional privacy when needed. SECURITY ALERTS Get notified after multiple incorrect passcode attempts. Alert photos are stored securely on your device and visible only to you. WHAT YOU CAN STORE Photos and Videos PDFs and Documents Audio Files Office Files ZIP Archives Any File Type AUTHENTICATION Face ID Touch ID 4-digit PIN 6-digit PIN Alphanumeric passcode You can also create a separate decoy passcode. RECOVERY KEY Your vault is protected by a recovery key generated on your device. Only you can recover access to your encrypted data. NO ADS. NO TRACKING. VaultaFree does not require an account and does not collect your personal data. Requires iOS 18 or later. Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Apple Standard EULA applies: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Greenbox Safe3 screens
VaultaFree4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: VaultaFree at every 9 days against Greenbox Safe's every 3 weeks. Greenbox Safe's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). 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. Greenbox Safe sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and VaultaFree sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Greenbox Safe ships an update every 3 weeks, VaultaFree every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Greenbox Safe versus VaultaFree: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGreenbox SafeVaultaFree
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDiscus ITMartin Gabor

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Greenbox Safe

Subscriptions2
  • Greenbox Premium (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Greenbox Premium (Yearly)$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Greenbox Lifetime$199.99
4 purchases

VaultaFree

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Subscription$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription14 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Welcome Offer$49.991 Year
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  • Annual Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Greenbox Safe free?
Greenbox Safe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VaultaFree free?
VaultaFree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Greenbox Safe or VaultaFree have ads?
Neither Greenbox Safe nor VaultaFree shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Greenbox Safe or VaultaFree?
Greenbox Safe ships an update every 3 weeks, and VaultaFree every 9 days. Most recently, Greenbox Safe was updated on October 28, 2026 and VaultaFree on October 24, 2026.

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