Comparison

Document Expiry Reminder vs HomeVault Documents

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

Head to head
About

Document Expiry Reminder

Never miss an important expiry date again. This app helps you track and manage expiration dates for essential documents like passports, visas, and licenses. It works entirely offline, keeping your information private and accessible with smart reminders and encrypted storage.

Highlights
  • Document expiry tracking
  • Smart local notifications
  • Encrypted storage (AES-256-GCM)
  • Scan documents and attach PDFs/images
  • On-device OCR for date extraction
  • Encrypted backups
  • Biometric app lock (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Export to CSV or PDF
Features
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Never miss an important expiry date again. Document Expiry Reminder helps you track and manage expiration dates for essential documents such as passports, visas, residence permits, IDs, licenses, insurance papers, and certificates. The app is designed to work entirely offline, keeping your information private and always accessible. Key Features - Document expiry tracking Add documents and set expiry dates for passports, visas, IDs, driving licenses, insurance, contracts, and more. - Smart reminders Receive local notifications before documents expire, so you have time to renew without stress. All reminders are generated on your device. - Encrypted storage Documents and attachments are encrypted using AES-256-GCM. All encryption happens on your device. - Scan documents Use your iPhone camera to scan documents and attach images or PDFs for quick reference. - On-device text recognition Extract expiry dates using on-device OCR powered by Apple Vision. No cloud processing, no external servers. - Encrypted backups Create encrypted backup files that can be stored or shared securely without exposing your data. - Biometric app lock Protect your documents with Face ID or Touch ID authentication. - Export options Export document lists to CSV or generate PDF reports for record-keeping. - Fully offline The app works without an internet connection. No accounts, no sync, no servers. - Privacy-first design All data is stored locally on your device. Nothing is collected, tracked, or shared. - Clean Apple-native interface Designed using SwiftUI and Apple Human Interface Guidelines for a familiar, fast, and reliable experience. - Simple and focused No unnecessary features, no distractions, just a clear view of your documents and their expiry status. Why This App Is Different Many apps require accounts, cloud sync, or external servers. Document Expiry Reminder does not. Your documents stay on your device. The developer cannot access them. There is no analytics, no tracking, and no ads. This makes the app ideal for sensitive documents and users who value privacy and simplicity. Designed for iOS - Optimized for iPhone and iPad - Supports iOS 17 and later - Uses modern Apple frameworks for performance and reliability - Local notifications and on-device processing only Use Cases - Track passport and visa expiry - Manage residency permits and IDs - Monitor insurance and license renewals - Keep important certificates organized - Avoid last-minute renewals and penalties Privacy Commitment Document Expiry Reminder does not collect personal data. There are no accounts, no cloud sync, and no third-party services. All document attachments are encrypted using AES-256-GCM and stored locally. Learn more about Apple privacy standards: https://developer.apple.com/app-store/user-privacy-and-data-use Apple on-device processing and Vision framework: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/vision Apple local notifications framework: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/usernotifications Important Notes - Deleting the app removes all stored data - Notifications can be disabled at any time in iOS settings - Future features will respect the same privacy-first principles Support Contact: documentsexpiryreminder@gmail.com Privacy Policy & Terms: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585304445570

About

HomeVault Documents

Features
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HomeVault is a private document vault for iPhone and iPad. Keep IDs, insurance papers, receipts, warranties, tax documents, travel documents, and other important files in one local-first archive. HomeVault helps you scan, import, organize, search, preview, and export documents without creating an account. Documents stay on your device by default. Optional encrypted Apple iCloud backup is available only when you enable it. Key features: - Scan documents with your camera. - Import PDFs and images. - Organize documents by categories. - Search document titles, notes, categories, and OCR text. - Add expiry dates and local reminders. - Preview PDFs. - Export PDFs with the native iOS share sheet. - Protect access with Face ID, Touch ID, or device passcode. - Use HomeVault on iPhone and iPad. Privacy-first by design: - No account. - No HomeVault backend. - No non-Apple cloud storage. - Documents stay local by default. - OCR runs on device. - Expiry reminders use local notifications. - Optional Apple iCloud backup is controlled by you. Free includes core document organization and search. Pro is a one-time unlock for unlimited documents, unlimited reminders, tags, backup, and PDF export without a HomeVault watermark.

Screenshots

Document Expiry Reminder4 screens
HomeVault Documents4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Document Expiry Reminder at fortnightly against HomeVault Documents's monthly. 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. Document Expiry Reminder sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and HomeVault Documents sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Document Expiry Reminder ships an update fortnightly, HomeVault Documents monthly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Document Expiry Reminder versus HomeVault Documents: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDocument Expiry ReminderHomeVault Documents
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMO NOURSerghei Eschin

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Document Expiry Reminder

One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime$39.99
  • Document Expiry Reminder Family$69.99
1 purchases

HomeVault Documents

One-time1
  • HomeVault Pro$6.99

Questions

Is Document Expiry Reminder free?
Document Expiry Reminder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HomeVault Documents free?
HomeVault Documents is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Document Expiry Reminder or HomeVault Documents have ads?
Neither Document Expiry Reminder nor HomeVault Documents shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Document Expiry Reminder or HomeVault Documents?
Document Expiry Reminder ships an update fortnightly, and HomeVault Documents monthly. Most recently, Document Expiry Reminder was updated on October 15, 2026 and HomeVault Documents on October 15, 2026.

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