Comparison

File Cleaner vs VaultLock

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

Head to head
About

File Cleaner

Safely identify and delete duplicate files from your device. Select folders, scan for exact duplicates using secure hashing, and review results before removing unwanted copies. It prioritizes user safety with default retention of one original file and clear confirmation steps.

Highlights
  • Find and remove duplicate files
  • Scan selected folders
  • Secure SHA-256 hashing
  • Review grouped duplicates
  • Manual file selection for deletion
  • On-device scanning
Features
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File Cleaner scans the folder you choose in Files or iCloud Drive and identifies exact duplicate files by content. Find exact duplicate files. Review them before cleaning. Keep the copy you want. Review duplicate groups, see file sizes and locations, choose which copy to keep, and remove only the files you approve. Everything runs locally on your device. No account, no uploads, and no tracking. Key features • Scan folders in Files and iCloud Drive • Find exact duplicate files • Review duplicate groups before cleaning • Choose which copy to keep • See how much space can be recovered • Share a duplicate-file report • Fully on-device processing

About

VaultLock

Features
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Your Private Digital Vault Keep your sensitive files safe and organized with Vault — a secure, private storage app designed for total peace of mind. Whether it’s personal photos, important documents, or confidential videos, Vault ensures only you can access them. - Key Features - Secure File Storage Lock photos, videos, and documents Advanced encryption protection - Smart Organization Tag and categorize files easily Quick search to find anything instantly - Easy Import Add files in seconds Seamless file management - Fast Search Locate files instantly with smart filters - Full Control Customize your vault settings Clean, minimal interface for easy use - Why Choose Vault? No clutter, just pure privacy Designed for speed and simplicity Perfect for personal & professional use - Your Privacy Matters Your files stay 100% private — no unnecessary access, no compromises. - Start Securing Today Download Vault and take control of your private data.

Screenshots

File Cleaner4 screens
VaultLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VaultLock at Free against File Cleaner's $1.99. On ads, in-app purchases, 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

VaultLock is free to download; File Cleaner costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
File Cleaner versus VaultLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFile CleanerVaultLock
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.5 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOpsOh LLCShintae Park

In-app purchases

None

File Cleaner

No in-app purchases

None

VaultLock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is File Cleaner free?
File Cleaner costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VaultLock free?
VaultLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do File Cleaner or VaultLock have ads?
Neither File Cleaner nor VaultLock shows ads.

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