Comparison

Private Vault vs File Type

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

Head to head
About

Private Vault

Features
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▶ Private Vault – Offline Safe Private Vault is a simple yet powerful secure storage app designed to keep your most sensitive data truly private — directly on your device. No cloud. No account. No tracking. Ever. ▶ Secure by Design Protect your vault with a PIN and optional Face ID. The app automatically locks when sent to the background. ▶ Store What Matters Manage your private data in one place: ▷ Notes ▷ Images (from Photos or Camera) ▷ Passwords (with quick copy) Add, edit, delete, and search instantly with a clean, intuitive interface. ▶ Your Data Everything stays on your device — 100% offline. ▶ Smart Protection Features ▷ Decoy Vault: Use a secondary PIN to open a fake vault ▷ Disguise Mode: Change the app icon to a calculator ▶ Multi-language Support English, Spanish, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese. ▶ Private Vault is built for speed, simplicity, and absolute privacy.

About

File Type

Features
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Confused by an unknown file extension? Wondering which app can open a specific file? File Type is the ultimate offline file extension dictionary and format reference app for identifying, understanding, and exploring thousands of file types instantly. Whether you're a developer, student, IT professional, content creator, or everyday user, File Type helps you quickly discover what a file is, which software created it, and how to open it. With a massive offline database and lightning-fast search, you can identify file formats anytime without needing an internet connection. KEY FEATURES • Massive File Extension Database Explore thousands of file extensions including documents, images, videos, audio, archives, system files, developer formats, and more. • 100% Offline Access No internet required. Search and browse file types anywhere, anytime. • Instant File Identification Quickly understand unknown file extensions and discover compatible software or apps. • Smart Categories Browse organized categories including PDF, ZIP, MP4, EXE, APK, PSD, HTML, JSON, DOCX, and many more. • A–Z File Directory Easily navigate the complete alphabetical directory of file formats and extensions. • Fast Search Experience Find file information instantly with a clean, optimized, and user-friendly interface. • Modern Design Enjoy a beautiful experience with Dark Mode support and distraction-free navigation. WHY DOWNLOAD FILE TYPE? • Identify unknown files instantly • Learn which apps open specific formats • Improve productivity and workflow • Perfect for students, developers, and professionals • Access information completely offline Stop guessing file formats and extensions. Download File Type today and carry the ultimate file extension encyclopedia in your pocket.

Screenshots

Private Vault4 screens
File Type4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Private Vault at none against File Type's shown. Private Vault also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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. Private Vault sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and File Type sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Private Vault versus File Type: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrivate VaultFile Type
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHai Nam TrinhApurba Saha Bipo

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Private Vault

One-time1
  • Unlock Premium$3.99
7 purchases

File Type

One-time7
  • Espresso Tip$1.99
  • Americano Tip$2.99
  • Latte Tip$3.99
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  • Cappuccino Tip$4.99
  • Mocha Tip$5.99
  • Iced Coffee Tip$6.99
  • Iced Latte Tip$7.99

Questions

Is Private Vault free?
Private Vault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is File Type free?
File Type is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Private Vault or File Type have ads?
File Type shows ads; Private Vault does not.

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