Kitchen Mate vs Private Vault
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Kitchen Mate
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Kitchen Mate brings together small, helpful tools for everyday cooking. Main features: - Convert microwave heating times for different wattages - Use multiple timers that are easy to manage while cooking - Scale ingredient amounts for the number of servings - Convert common kitchen units such as grams, milliliters, tablespoons, and teaspoons - Quickly access recently used conversions and timers For the small kitchen calculations that can slow you down. A simple cooking tool that helps you move smoothly through everyday meals.
Private Vault
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A local content manager designed to help protect your personal privacy. Organize photos, Live Photos, videos, text notes, and voice recordings in a private space. Content is stored on your device by default and is never uploaded to the developer's servers. Protect your space with a password. PRIVATE SPACE β’ Password access β’ Local storage for personal content β’ Manage photos, Live Photos, videos, and notes together β’ Categories and folders β’ Automatic protection after leaving the app PHOTOS, LIVE PHOTOS & VIDEOS β’ Import photos, Live Photos, and videos from your library β’ Preserve and play Live Photo motion β’ Create, rename, and delete folders; set folder covers β’ Select, select all, and move items in batches β’ Zoom photos and control video playback β’ View file size and share individual files β’ Restore from Trash or delete permanently The free version supports a limited number of photos and videos. Pro unlocks higher limits; available space depends on your device storage. PRIVATE NOTES & VOICE RECORDINGS β’ Create, edit, and categorize text notes β’ Pro voice recording in AAC-LC/M4A at 44.1 kHz β’ Pause, resume, play, rename, and share recordings Microphone access is requested only when you choose to record. Recordings are never uploaded to the developer's servers. PRIVATE CAMERA Quickly take photos, record videos, switch cameras, and save directly to your private space. Follow local laws and respect others' privacy. LOCAL FILE ENCRYPTION Pro can encrypt newly imported photos, Live Photos, videos, notes, and voice recordings, and can encrypt existing content. Encryption may increase processing time. Turning it off does not automatically decrypt existing files. ZIP EXPORT, BACKUP & RESTORE Pro can export photos, Live Photos, videos, notes, and recordings, and create local backups that include folders and categories. Save or transfer files with the Files app, AirDrop, and other system options. Keep exports and passwords in a trusted place. The developer cannot read or recover your data. TRASH Restore items, restore in batches, or delete permanently. Permanently deleted content cannot be recovered. PRO LIFETIME A one-time purchase, not a subscription, with no automatic renewal. Includes higher limits, local encryption, voice notes, advanced private camera features, batch tools, ZIP export, backup and restore, and future premium features. Price shown in the App Store applies. IMPORTANT Private data stays on your device by default, and the developer never stores your password. Forgotten passwords cannot be recovered by the developer. Deleting the app may delete local data. Read the in-app guide and privacy policy before use.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kitchen Mate at none against Private Vault's 1. Private Vault's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Private Vault sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Kitchen Mate asks for nothing beyond the download.
Kitchen Mate ships an update every 9 days, Private Vault every 8 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | Kitchen Mate | Private Vault |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 8 days β better |
| Ads | Yes | No β better |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Climb App | η§θ η |
In-app purchases
Kitchen Mate
No in-app purchases
Private Vault
- ζ°ΈδΉ θ§£ιPro$12.99
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