AES Crypt vs KodeFile
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
AES Crypt
Securely decrypt and encrypt files on your iPhone or iPad using the industry-standard AES encryption. Access encrypted files from cloud storage and email, and protect your sensitive documents and photos with robust, cross-platform security.
- Decrypt AESCrypt.com encrypted files
- Encrypt files directly on device
- Open files from cloud storage
- Securely share encrypted files
- Preview common file types
- Touch ID/Face ID protection
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AESCrypt for iOS lets you decrypt and preview files encrypted with AESCrypt.com on your iPhone or iPad. Open encrypted files from Dropbox, Drive, Email, and other apps with ease. An in-app upgrade enables encryption directly from your device — protect documents, photos, and more, then share securely to your favorite cloud service. AESCrypt uses the industry-standard Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to provide strong, cross-platform file security across Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices. Whether you’re backing up sensitive files to the cloud or storing private documents locally, AESCrypt gives you simple, powerful protection. Free Features (Decryption) • Adds AESCrypt as an “Open In…” option for .aes files, allowing you to decrypt files stored in Dropbox, Drive, Email, and other apps • Saves decrypted files in the app for preview or export to other apps • Supports quick actions: rename or swipe to delete • Performs DoD 5220.22-M secure wipe before deleting files • Previews most major file types (PDF, JPG, MOV, PNG, TXT, and more) • Displays decryption date and file size for each file In-App Upgrade Features (Encryption) • Encrypt files directly on your iOS device and store them securely within the app • Take a photo with the camera and immediately encrypt it for safe storage • Adds AESCrypt as an “Open In…” option for all file types, enabling encryption from other apps (Pages, Numbers, Keynote, etc.) • Export encrypted files and photos to your installed cloud apps (Dropbox, Drive, iCloud, etc.) • Touch ID / Face ID support to keep in-app files protected Notes • This app decrypts files encrypted with AESCrypt.com or by this app only • Encryption in this app requires the in-app upgrade • Supports the standard AES Crypt file format across desktop and mobile. Files encrypted outside the AES Crypt ecosystem are not supported • For support or feature requests, visit the Discussion Forum at AESCrypt.com LEGAL The duration and price of each subscription are displayed in the AES Crypt app under Settings → “AES Crypt (Paid Full Version)” at the time of purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://aescrypt.datafromthings.com/privacy.html
KodeFile
Securely encrypt photos, videos, and documents with a unique key for each file. Share encrypted files and keys with trusted contacts for easy decryption. Offers a free tier with monthly limits and a premium subscription for unlimited use.
- On-demand key generation
- Secure file encryption
- Key sharing with confidants
- User-controlled privacy
- Free tier with monthly limits
- Premium subscription for unlimited use
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Encrypt any photo, video, or document with a few simple clicks. The hardest part of encryption is dealing with the encryption keys. Until now! KodeFile’s Key On Demand Encryption (KODE) generates and stores a unique key for every file you encrypt. Then upon demand, shares the secret keys with your Confidants so that they can decrypt. Why trust KodeFile with the keys? KodeFile never possesses your files. You separately store and share the files as you see fit, ensuring you are always in control of your privacy. KodeFile is free! Encrypt up to 50 files per month for free with KodeFile Basic, with unlimited decryptions and key shares. For unlimited encryptions per month, upgrade to KodeFile Premium. In-App Purchase: Premium Plan (Monthly) • Unlimited Encryptions • Unlimited Decryptions • Unlimited Key Shares 30 Day Free Trial! • Monthly Subscription • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. If Free Trial applies, payment will be charged after the trial period expires. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable EULA: https://www.1sqtechnologies.com/kodefile/eula Privacy Policy: https://www.1sqtechnologies.com/privacy-policy Terms and Conditions: https://www.1sqtechnologies.com/usage-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: KodeFile at 100% against AES Crypt's 42%. KodeFile also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.8) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 9 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. AES Crypt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year and KodeFile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
KodeFile holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 10 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of AES Crypt's written reviews are positive against 100% of KodeFile's.
AES Crypt ships an update every 9 months, KodeFile every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.
| Parameter | AES Crypt | KodeFile |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.8 (28 ratings) | 5.0 (10 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 28 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 10.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 31 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Island Time Innovations | 1SQ Technologies LLC |
Customer experience
AES Crypt
KodeFile
In-app purchases
AES Crypt
- 1-Year Ability to Encrypt Files$0.991 Year
- Lifetime Ability to Encrypt Files$5.99
KodeFile
- Premium1 Month trial$1.991 Month
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