NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes vs Ultimate Database
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes
Secure your sensitive information with robust 256-bit AES encryption. This app prioritizes privacy with zero-knowledge, offline-only storage and no cloud integration or analytics. It offers a simple, secure way to keep your notes protected from unauthorized access.
- 256-bit AES encryption
- Zero-knowledge security
- Offline-only storage
- Password strength indicator
- Dark themed UI
- No cloud integration
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NoteCrypt combines strong 256-bit AES encryption, and rugged simplicity. NoteCrypt will prevent even the most determined and well-resourced attacker from accessing your notes, even if they physically possess and can unlock your device. NoteCrypt goes to extreme lengths to secure your notes: - Applies 256-bit AES encryption to the full notes database - Uses the PBKDF2 key derivation and stretching function - Does not store your password, making your notes impossible to decrypt without it - Does not have cloud integration or login - Does not use analytics - Uses 'salt' to prevent 'rainbow table' attacks - Foils 'known plaintext' attacks by encrypting big blocks of data including metadata - Erases the in-memory copy of your notes when leaving the app - Prevents notes showing in the app switcher - Does not support Touch ID so as to not compromise on security NoteCrypt also has the following usability features: - Simple, no-nonsense design - Provides an indicator on the strength of your password - Allows you to change your password - Dark themed UI In summary, NoteCrypt works the hardest to secure your notes.
Ultimate Database
Manage SQLite databases directly on your device. Create, edit, and rename tables, add or modify data, and import/export databases in SQL or CSV formats. Supports compressed ZIP files for easy sharing.
- Create and edit SQLite databases
- Manage table structures
- Import/export data in SQL and CSV
- Support for compressed ZIP files
- Direct import from Safari, Email, and other apps
- Export databases as SQL or CSV files
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Ultimate Database transforms your iOS device into a powerful workstation for data management. Designed for developers and professionals, it allows you to create, edit, and manage SQLite databases on the go with ultimate fluidity. COMPLETE DATABASE MANAGEMENT • Total Control: Create from scratch, modify table structures, rename, and update records with an intuitive interface. • Dynamic Editing: Manage indexes, keys, and data in just a few taps, directly from your device. ADVANCED IMPORT & EXPORT • System Integration: Open and import SQLite databases or CSV files directly from Safari, Mail, and the Files app. • Flexible Exporting: Save and share your data in SQL or CSV formats in seconds. • Quick CSV Import: Populate your existing tables by importing CSV files directly. ZIP COMPRESSION & MANAGEMENT • Smart Archiving: Compress multiple databases and files into a single ZIP archive to optimize space. • Direct Import: Extract and import SQLite or CSV databases compressed in ZIP files received via email or downloaded from the browser. INSTANT SHARING • Send your SQLite, SQL, CSV, or ZIP files as email attachments directly from the app, streamlining your workflow. Take your data with you everywhere. Simplify your database management with Ultimate Database.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes at 88% against Ultimate Database's 0%. Ultimate Database's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $2.99) and device support (3 vs 1). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes costs $2.99 and Ultimate Database $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes ships an update every 38 months, Ultimate Database every 31 months. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes | Ultimate Database |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | $0.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (56 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 87.5% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 56 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 38 months | Every 31 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | App Nursery | Angelo Capone |
Customer experience
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes
Ultimate Database
In-app purchases
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes
No in-app purchases
Ultimate Database
No in-app purchases
Questions
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