Comparison

Password Manager vs PawoSec

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

Head to head
About

Password Manager

This app is a secure password manager that stores your encrypted credentials and passkeys in your personal cloud storage, not on its servers. It offers features like passkey management, a built-in authenticator, and password autofill across devices.

Highlights
  • Private cloud storage for encrypted data
  • Passkey management
  • Built-in 2FA authenticator
  • Password autofill
  • Cross-platform sync
  • Password security analysis
Features
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Safe is a password manager that puts you in control. Unlike many password managers, Safe stores your encrypted passwords and passkeys in your own storage—iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, or WebDAV—never on our servers. This password manager gives you full ownership of your data. For 1M+ users worldwide, Safe has been a trusted password manager since 2012—ready on any device: iPhone, iPad, Mac, or PC. WHY CHOOSE SAFE PASSWORD MANAGER? • Zero-Knowledge Security – Only you can access the encrypted data stored in this password manager • Private Storage – Your encrypted vault stays in your own account, not on our servers • Passkey Support – Store and manage passkeys for passwordless login • Built-in 2FA Authenticator – Generate one-time codes without a separate app • Password Autofill – Fill credentials instantly across apps and browsers • Cross-Platform Sync – iPhone, iPad, Mac or PC—all in sync • Strong Password Generator – Create unique, unguessable passwords • Password Security Analysis – Find weak, reused, or compromised passwords • Apple Watch Support – Access passwords from your smartwatch SECURE PASSWORD STORAGE Safe password manager uses AES-256 encryption—the same standard trusted by governments and banks. Your passwords are encrypted on your device before syncing and remain encrypted at rest. Zero-knowledge architecture means only you can decrypt your vault. PASSKEYS & PASSWORDLESS LOGIN Safe password manager fully supports passkeys—the future of secure authentication. Store passkeys alongside traditional passwords and sync passkeys across all your devices. BUILT-IN AUTHENTICATOR Generate TOTP verification codes for two-factor authentication directly in Safe. No need for a separate 2FA app—manage passwords and security codes in one password manager. EASY MIGRATION Switching password managers? Import your data from LastPass, Bitwarden, Dashlane, Proton Pass, Keepass, Chrome, Firefox, and more. Migration takes just minutes. MULTIPLE PASSWORD VAULTS Safe password manager allows you to create separate vaults for personal, family, and work. Each database is independently encrypted—perfect for organized passkey and password storage. Download Safe password manager and take control of your passkey and password security. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.safe-in-cloud.com/privacy/

About

PawoSec

Features
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PawoSec – Password Manager Your passwords belong to you - not the cloud. PawoSec is a secure offline password manager for anyone who wants to keep their credentials fully under their own control. All data remains exclusively on your device - no cloud, no user account, and no tracking. Try the Free version with up to 10 entries and explore PawoSec - or unlock Unlimited with a one-time purchase. Your Benefits: • 100% Offline - no internet connection required • No Cloud - your data stays on your device • No User Account - no registration required • No Tracking and No Ads • Strong Encryption with AES-256-GCM • PBKDF2 with 600,000 Iterations • Face ID / Touch ID for secure unlocking • Automatic Lock when inactive • Password AutoFill for convenient form filling • Password Generator for secure passwords • Password Security Analysis • 2FA (TOTP) for additional security • Fast Search, Categories, Tags & Favorites • Copy with Quick Filter without opening the entry • Encrypted .pwsc Backups - local and without the cloud 21 Security Features - PawoSec was consistently designed to protect your sensitive data. From AES-256-GCM and PBKDF2 to Face ID / Touch ID, AutoFill, clipboard protection and app switcher protection, as well as rate limiting, factory wipe, encrypted backups, and secure deletion. PawoSec offers a total of 21 integrated security features to protect your password vault. Easy to Use - PawoSec combines extensive security features with a clear and intuitive interface: • Intuitive navigation via Sidebar • Fast search and smart filters • A–Z navigation and flexible sorting • Favorites for quick access • Copy important data directly from the list • Detailed help for individual features Who Is PawoSec For? Ideal for anyone who wants to: • manage their credentials with a strong focus on security • use a reliable and easy-to-use password app • manage many passwords clearly in one place • avoid storing their data in the cloud • use the app without a login or user account • avoid subscriptions • manage their passwords directly on their smartphone Your Data. Your Control. No Cloud. No Servers. No Registration. No Tracking. No Ads. Your data stays on your device - Simple. Secure. Offline. PawoSec - Password Secure Developed by Sympicon®

Screenshots

Password Manager4 screens
PawoSec4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Password Manager at every 2 weeks against PawoSec's monthly. Password Manager also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Password Manager sells 30 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and PawoSec sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Password Manager ships an update every 2 weeks, PawoSec monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Password Manager versus PawoSec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassword ManagerPawoSec
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.6K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.6K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size80 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSAFEINCLOUD SASRalf Preuss

Bugs and requests

Password Manager

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Fingerprint login not working
  • Passwords not syncing correctly
  • Unexpected app crashes
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

6 requests
  • Improved sync reliability
  • Support for additional cloud storage services
  • Biometric login options
  • Customizable password generator
  • Folder/hierarchy organization
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  • Automatic password expiration reminders

PawoSec

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

30 purchases

Password Manager

Subscriptions18
  • Individual monthly upgrade$0.991 Month
  • Upgrade anual individual$1.991 Year
  • Individual monthly subscript.$4.991 Month
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  • Individual annual subscription$5.991 Year
  • Individual monthly subscript.$5.991 Month
  • Family monthly subscription$9.991 Month
  • Individual annual7 Days trial$11.991 Year
  • Individual annual$11.991 Year
  • Individual annual subscription$23.991 Year
  • Individual annual subscription14 Days trial$23.991 Year
  • Individual annual subscription1 Year trial$23.991 Year
  • Individual annual subscription2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Individual annual subscription14 Days trial2 variants$29.991 Year
  • Individual annual subscription1 Year trial$29.991 Year
  • Family annual1 Year trial$35.991 Year
  • Family annual subscription1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Family annual subscription14 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Family annual subscription1 Year trial$47.991 Year
One-time12
  • Individual Pro$7.99
  • Individual lifetime license$9.99
  • Family Pro$14.99
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  • Individual lifetime upgrade$15.99
  • Individual lifetime license$39.99
  • Family lifetime license$39.99
  • Individual lifetime upgrade$49.99
  • Family lifetime license$49.99
  • Individual lifetime license$79.99
  • Individual lifetime license$99.99
  • Family lifetime upgrade$99.99
  • Family lifetime license$159.99
1 purchases

PawoSec

One-time1
  • PawoSec Unlimited$2.99

Questions

Is Password Manager free?
Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PawoSec free?
PawoSec is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Password Manager or PawoSec have ads?
Neither Password Manager nor PawoSec shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Password Manager or PawoSec?
Password Manager ships an update every 2 weeks, and PawoSec monthly. Most recently, Password Manager was updated on October 17, 2026 and PawoSec on October 4, 2026.

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