Comparison

PassPrep vs ForthVPN

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

Head to head
About

PassPrep

This app simplifies U.S. passport renewal by guiding users through paperwork, photo requirements, and fee calculations. It ensures mistake-free applications and helps track family passport expirations with offline functionality for maximum privacy.

Highlights
  • Family expiration tracking with alerts
  • Eligibility quiz for renewal pathways
  • Interactive check writing simulator
  • Passport photo compliance guide
  • Customized document checklist
  • Visa requirements and embassy directory
Features
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Renew your U.S. passport with absolute confidence and zero stress. PassPrep is the ultimate all-in-one assistant designed to guide you through the complex paperwork of passport renewal. Whether you are renewing by mail (Form DS-82), applying in person (Form DS-11), or testing your eligibility for the new Online Passport Renewal (OPR) system, PassPrep guarantees a mistake-free application process. Did you know that passport photos and incorrect checks are the top two reasons passport applications get delayed or rejected by the State Department? PassPrep helps you avoid these costly mistakes. ▸ KEY FEATURES INCLUDED • Family Expiration Tracker: Add multiple family profiles, monitor expiration countdowns, and receive local notification alerts (12, 9, 6, 3, and 1 month) to renew before the critical 6-month international travel window. • Eligibility Pathway Quiz: Answer a simple step-by-step questionnaire to immediately determine if you qualify for the OPR system, mail-in DS-82, or in-person DS-11 pathway. • Interactive Check Simulator: Calculate exact State Department fees (including standard, expedited, book, and card combinations) and visualize how to write your check to the "U.S. Department of State" with real-time guides. • Photo Compliance Assistant: Align your passport photo using our precise camera overlay guide. Review against official compliance checks (white background, head size, lighting, glasses, and expression) and export a standard 4x6 print template. • Envelope Assembly Checklist: Follow a customized order of documents checklist, staple your photos correctly, and look up the resolved State Department processing center address based on your state of residence. • Visa & Embassy Directory: Traveling soon? Check passport validity requirements (like the 6-month validity rule) and look up emergency U.S. embassy contact info for over 80 countries. • Minor Consent Assistant: Guides for Form DS-3053 and DS-5525, complete with copy-pasteable CBP travel consent templates for solo parents. ▸ 100% PRIVATE & SECURE Passport applications contain highly sensitive personal information. PassPrep is designed from the ground up for maximum privacy: • 100% Offline: The app works entirely on your device with no internet connection required. • Zero Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or transmit your name, date of birth, photos, or check information. Everything stays in your local device storage. • No Accounts Required: No email signup or cloud syncing. Just open the app and start preparing. Disclaimer: PassPrep is a private assistant tool. It is NOT affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by the U.S. Department of State or any government agency. The official source for U.S. passport forms and guidelines is travel.state.gov. Questions or suggestions? We are here to help: contact.devotellix@gmail.com

About

ForthVPN

Features
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ForthVPN provides a secure, high-speed tunnel for professionals to access their corporate data and global services without lag. Our massive server network ensures your connection remains unhindered by network congestion or unstable public hotspots. Auto-Renewal Details: Upon purchase confirmation, payment will be charged to your Apple ID account. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. If a free trial is offered, any unused portion will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Related Terms: Terms of Service: https://www.forthvpn.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.forthvpn.com/privacy Contact Us: support@forthvpn.com

Screenshots

PassPrep4 screens
ForthVPN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ForthVPN at Free against PassPrep's $1.99. ForthVPN also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). PassPrep's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads 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

ForthVPN is free to download; PassPrep costs $1.99 up front. ForthVPN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. PassPrep asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
PassPrep versus ForthVPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassPrepForthVPN
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB165 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTRIMECH DhakerSOON BODYWERKZ AUTO PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

None

PassPrep

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

ForthVPN

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • 3 Months3 Days trial$20.993 Months
  • 12 Months7 Days trial$53.991 Year

Questions

Is PassPrep free?
PassPrep costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ForthVPN free?
ForthVPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PassPrep or ForthVPN have ads?
Neither PassPrep nor ForthVPN shows ads.

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