Comparison

PassStore vs DotBGE

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

Head to head
About

PassStore

Features
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PassStore PassStore is a privacy-first password and card manager designed for complete offline security. Unlike cloud-based password managers, PassStore works entirely on your device. Your data never leaves your iPhone — no servers, no accounts, no tracking. All information is protected using strong AES-256 encryption and secured with your device’s hardware-backed security. Key Features • Store unlimited passwords and credit/debit cards • Advanced AES-256 encryption • Face ID, Touch ID, or device passcode protection • Screenshot protection for added privacy • Encrypted backup and restore support • Clean, fast, and easy-to-use interface • No internet permission required 100% Private. Zero Data Collection. PassStore does not collect, store, analyze, or share any personal information. There are: • No ads • No analytics • No third-party tracking Your vault stays on your device at all times. Backup & Restore Create encrypted backups and store them wherever you choose — iCloud Drive, email, or offline storage. Only you can decrypt your data. PassStore is built for simplicity, speed, and complete control. Your data. Your device. Your control.

About

DotBGE

Securely encrypt and decrypt files, photos, and text messages on your iPhone and iPad. Share encrypted content with trusted contacts or password-protect sensitive data. Your files and encryption keys remain private and under your control.

Highlights
  • RSA-4096 and AES-256-GCM encryption
  • Encrypt for specific contacts or with a password
  • Identity cards for secure sharing
  • Encrypt text messages
  • Open .bge files from any app
  • Face ID/Touch ID protected vault
  • Preview decrypted files without saving
Features
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DotBGE encrypts your files right on your iPhone and iPad. No accounts, no DotBGE servers, no tracking. Your files and keys stay yours. Built on the open .bge format, DotBGE uses RSA-4096 and AES-256-GCM encryption to protect documents, photos, PDFs, media, archives, and folders. Share encrypted files with people you trust using identity cards, or lock files with a password only you know. ENCRYPT FOR A FRIEND Encrypt a file so only a specific person's identity can unlock it. Add trusted contacts, then encrypt in a few taps. No passwords to exchange and no shared secret to leak. ENCRYPT TEXT MESSAGES Type or paste text, encrypt it for yourself, a trusted contact, or a password, then share it as a .bge message file through any chat app. The recipient opens it in DotBGE to read and copy the decrypted message. IDENTITY CARDS, NOT RAW KEYS Share your identity card with a QR code or .bgekey file so others can encrypt files for you. No copy-pasting long public keys. PASSWORD MODE No contact yet? Encrypt with a passphrase instead. Anyone with the password can decrypt, which is useful for one-time sharing. OPEN .bge FILES FROM ANYWHERE Open encrypted files from Files, Mail, or any app that offers document handoff. DotBGE routes .bge files into a private decrypt-and-preview flow. OPEN .bge FORMAT Your encrypted files use a documented, self-describing container. They are portable and not locked to any account or service. FACE ID VAULT Keep encrypted files in a local vault protected by Face ID or Touch ID. Optional iCloud sync keeps your encrypted vault available across your own devices. PREVIEW AFTER DECRYPTING View photos, PDFs, text, audio, and video inside the app after decrypting without writing decrypted copies to disk. ENCRYPT FROM ANYWHERE Encrypt from Photos, Files, or other apps through the share sheet. Single-file encryption, preview, and decryption are always free. FOLDER ENCRYPTION WITH PRO Create one encrypted package or encrypt files separately. Choose where to save and whether to keep originals, and optionally hide file and folder names. Save Quick Tasks for repeated runs. Existing encrypted outputs are skipped, even if the source files have changed. DOTBGE PRO Unlock batch encryption, folder encryption, an unlimited vault, and multiple identities. A monthly option is available for short-term projects. Decryption, preview, and single-file encryption stay free. Perfect for: • Sending sensitive documents to a specific person • Keeping private files encrypted before sharing or storing them • Professionals handling confidential files on the go • People who want their own keys, on their own device Encrypt your files. Keep your keys. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdfla/ Privacy Policy: https://dotbge.app/privacy

Screenshots

PassStore4 screens
DotBGE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PassStore at none against DotBGE's 2. DotBGE's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). On price, 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

Both are free to download. DotBGE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PassStore asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PassStore ships an update monthly, DotBGE every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PassStore versus DotBGE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassStoreDotBGE
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNishad Patil刚 熊

In-app purchases

None

PassStore

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DotBGE

Subscriptions1
  • DotBGE Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • DotBGE Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is PassStore free?
PassStore is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DotBGE free?
DotBGE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PassStore or DotBGE have ads?
Neither PassStore nor DotBGE shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PassStore or DotBGE?
PassStore ships an update monthly, and DotBGE every 11 days. Most recently, PassStore was updated on September 30, 2026 and DotBGE on October 8, 2026.

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