Comparison

One vs Lockbox

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

Head to head
About

One

Features
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One Time Passwords is a simple, privacy-first authenticator app for generating two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. Built entirely with Apple frameworks - no third-party dependencies, no analytics, no tracking, and no server-side components. YOUR TOKENS, YOUR DEVICE All tokens are stored in the iOS Keychain, encrypted by the Secure Enclave. Nothing touches the filesystem. Nothing leaves your device unless you choose to enable iCloud Sync. ADD TOKENS EASILY Scan QR codes from any service that supports TOTP, or enter details manually. Supports SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512 algorithms with 6 or 8-digit codes. 880+ SERVICE ICONS Instantly recognise your accounts with branded icons for hundreds of popular services including Google, Microsoft, GitHub, AWS, Discord, Coinbase, and many more. IMPORT & EXPORT Switching from Google Authenticator? Scan your export QR code and all tokens are imported instantly. Back up your tokens to an AES-256 encrypted file that only you can unlock. ICLOUD SYNC Optionally sync tokens across all your Apple devices using your private iCloud account. End-to-end encrypted by Apple. Disabled by default. Delete all cloud data from within the app at any time. FACE ID / TOUCH ID Lock the app with biometrics. Automatically re-locks when you switch away. A privacy screen hides your codes in the app switcher. FULLY PRIVATE Zero network requests (unless you enable iCloud Sync). No analytics. No accounts. No sign-up. Your data stays on your device.

About

Lockbox

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Lockbox is a password manager and private vault that keeps everything encrypted on your device. Passwords, private photos, 2FA codes, secrets, notes, and files; all protected by AES-256 encryption. No cloud. No subscription. No one can see your data, not even us. SIX PRODUCTS IN ONE APP • Password Manager — Generate, store, and autofill strong passwords. Health reports flag weak and reused credentials. • Private Photo Vault — A gallery no one else can access. Import 500+ photos at once. Encrypted on your device. • 2FA Authenticator — Built-in TOTP codes with live countdown. Replaces Google Authenticator. Scan QR codes to set up. • Secure Notes — Encrypted notes for anything sensitive. • File Vault — Store documents, PDFs, and files up to 100MB. All encrypted. • Whisper — Share passwords and files securely. Self-destructing links with optional PIN protection. No account needed for the recipient. SECURITY YOU CAN TRUST • AES-256-GCM encryption (bank-grade) • PBKDF2-SHA256 with 600,000 iterations • Zero-knowledge architecture — we never see your data • Biometric unlock (Face ID / fingerprint) • Screenshot and screen recording blocked • Clipboard auto-clears after 10 seconds • Auto-lock when you leave the app • Dead Man's Switch — auto-wipe after inactivity SWITCH FROM ANY PASSWORD MANAGER Import your passwords from 1Password, Bitwarden, LastPass, Google, Apple Keychain, or Dashlane in 30 seconds. ONE PRICE. YOURS FOREVER. 3 items free. $7.99 once for unlimited. No subscription. No renewal. No ads. No telemetry. Privacy policy: https://lockboxnow.app/privacy

Screenshots

One4 screens
Lockbox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: One at none against Lockbox's 1. Lockbox's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Lockbox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. One asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
One versus Lockbox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOneLockbox
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCORNELIUS BOTHA THIARTEvgeni Abadzhiev

In-app purchases

None

One

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Lockbox

One-time1
  • Unlimited Vault$7.99

Questions

Is One free?
One is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lockbox free?
Lockbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do One or Lockbox have ads?
Neither One nor Lockbox shows ads.

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