Comparison

DotBGE vs YoBlackBox

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

Head to head
About

DotBGE

Securely encrypt and share private documents and photos using recipient identities or passwords. This app offers a private vault for up to 20 files for free, with advanced features like batch encryption and unlimited storage available via subscription.

Highlights
  • Encrypt and decrypt files
  • Secure sharing via identity or password
  • Private vault with Face/Touch ID
  • Organize files into collections
  • Optional iCloud sync
  • Batch encryption (Pro)
  • Unlimited vault (Pro)
Features
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Encrypt private documents and photos, then share them with people you trust. DotBGE protects files directly on your iPhone using a recipient’s identity or a password — with no DotBGE account required. FREE FOR EVERYDAY FILES • Encrypt and decrypt individual files. • Encrypt text messages and share them as .bge files. • Keep up to 20 encrypted files in your iOS vault. • Use one identity and preview supported files after decrypting. SHARE WITH THE RIGHT PERSON Add trusted contacts using identity cards. Choose a recipient to create files that only their private key can decrypt, without exchanging a shared password. Share your own card as a QR code, link or .bgekey file so others can encrypt files for you. PREFER A PASSWORD? Protect a file with a passphrase for one-time sharing. The recipient can open it in DotBGE using that password. Send the password through a separate channel. A PRIVATE VAULT, KEPT ORGANIZED Unlock your vault with Face ID or Touch ID. Create collections with names, colors and icons, and add a file to several collections without making copies. Optional iCloud sync makes your encrypted vault and collections available across your own devices. DECRYPT, PREVIEW, KEEP EXPLORING View supported photos, PDFs, text, audio and video inside the app. Enable Reuse Authentication in Vault to swipe through supported vault files, and optionally show photo thumbnails. Both settings are off by default. Some previews use protected temporary files; see the privacy policy for details. MESSAGES YOU CAN SHARE Type or paste text, encrypt it for yourself, a contact or with a password, then send the .bge message file through your chat app. Recipients open it in DotBGE to read and copy the decrypted text. MORE FILES, MORE CONTROL WITH PRO • Batch encryption for multiple files. • Folder and structured encryption, with one encrypted package or separate encrypted files. • An unlimited vault and multiple identities. • Saved Quick Tasks for repeating folder workflows. For folder encryption, choose the save location and whether to keep originals. Optionally hide names or select which file types to encrypt. Files outside the selection stay unencrypted. Existing encrypted outputs are skipped, even when the source has changed; Quick Tasks do not automatically refresh those files. ON YOUR DEVICE. IN AN OPEN FORMAT. DotBGE uses RSA-4096 and AES-256-GCM with the documented .bge format. Encryption and decryption run on your device. Open .bge files from Files, Mail or other apps that support document sharing, or encrypt through the share sheet. Pro is available through in-app purchase. Single-file encryption, decryption, encrypted messages and supported previews remain free. Designed for iPhone; runs on iPad in compatibility mode. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdfla/ Privacy Policy: https://dotbge.app/privacy

About

YoBlackBox

Features
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YoBlackBox is a local password manager focused on data security. All data is encrypted with AES-256 and stored locally on your device. No network connection required, no account registration. Your privacy is fully under your control. 【Core Features】 - Bank-grade encryption: AES-256 with PBKDF2 key derivation provides military-level protection for your passwords, accounts, bank cards, and other sensitive data - Biometric unlock: Face ID / Touch ID support for fast access, combining security and convenience - Smart password generator: One-tap generation of strong random passwords; customize length, uppercase, lowercase, digits, and special characters; real-time strength indicator - Category & tag management: Flexible categories and a colored tag system make it easy to manage website logins, bank cards, social accounts, software licenses, and more - Fast search & filter: Keyword search, filter by category and tag – locate any entry in seconds - Secure sharing: Share individual entries via AES-256-GCM end-to-end encryption; set an independent password and expiration for each share - Encrypted backup & restore: Export encrypted .bbx backup files, also support plain-text import/export for easy device migration - Dark mode: Built with Material Design principles, automatic switching between light and dark themes - Fully offline: All data stored locally, no cloud sync, zero risk of data leaks 【Security Commitment】 - The app never sends your private data to any server - No account creation required; no email or phone number binding - Uses internationally recognized algorithms (AES-256, PBKDF2, SHA-256) – secure and verifiable 【Use Cases】 - Manage dozens or hundreds of passwords for websites, apps, etc. - Securely store bank card information - Keep software license and activation codes - Save important identification numbers - Safely share a single account entry with family or team members 【Privacy Statement】 All encrypted data is stored only on your local device. Developers cannot access your data. Even if your device is lost, without the master password your data cannot be decrypted. Your feedback is invaluable. For any questions or suggestions, please contact us at: admin@yoelephant.com Terms of Service: https://corp.yoelephant.com/docs/yoblackbox_agreement_en.html Privacy Policy: https://corp.yoelephant.com/docs/yoblackbox_privacy_en.html

Screenshots

DotBGE4 screens
YoBlackBox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: YoBlackBox at 13.0 against DotBGE's 17.6. 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. DotBGE sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and YoBlackBox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
DotBGE versus YoBlackBox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDotBGEYoBlackBox
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB30 MB
Age rating4+12+
Developer刚 熊YoElephant

In-app purchases

2 purchases

DotBGE

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

YoBlackBox

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Purchase$9.99

Questions

Is DotBGE free?
DotBGE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is YoBlackBox free?
YoBlackBox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DotBGE or YoBlackBox have ads?
Neither DotBGE nor YoBlackBox shows ads.

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