Comparison

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes vs Secure Notes

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

Secure Notes

Safeguard your private thoughts, voice memos, and sensitive information with robust, multi-layered security. This app offers military-grade encryption, biometric locks, and secure voice recording to keep your data protected. Enjoy a distraction-free, ad-free experience with a powerful rich text editor and seamless iCloud syncing across devices.

Highlights
  • 3-Layer Security (app, folders, notes)
  • Secure Voice Recording
  • Biometric Lock (Face ID, Touch ID, Passcode)
  • iCloud Sync
  • Rich Text Editor with Markdown
  • Trash Recovery
Features
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Lock your notes. Only you can access them. Secure Notes is a private and secure notes app designed to protect your thoughts, passwords, voice memos, and sensitive information. Everything is encrypted on your device, and even we cannot read your data. If you need a truly private place for your notes, Secure Notes gives you full control, strong protection, and a simple experience that works every day. Built for real privacy - Your notes are yours. Always. - No tracking - No analytics on your content - No data selling - No external access to your notes All data is stored securely on your device and, if enabled, inside your private iCloud account. This is not just a locked notes app — it is built for real privacy. Powerful protection Secure Notes uses multiple layers of protection to keep your data safe. 3-layer security: lock the app, folders, and individual notes Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode protection Lock specific notes with additional security Encrypted storage on device Designed to prevent unauthorized access Your notes stay protected even if your device is lost or accessed by someone else. Write, record, and organize Capture everything in one place. Secure text notes for daily use Voice notes up to 10 minutes Speech-to-text: transcribe any voice note with one tap Markdown editor with formatting support Live preview for better writing experience Organize notes into folders Whether you are writing ideas, journaling, or storing important information, everything stays private and accessible. Sync across your devices iCloud sync between iPhone and iPad Instant updates across devices Your data remains under your control No external servers. No unnecessary exposure. Designed for speed and simplicity Fast and responsive performance Clean, modern interface Dark mode support No ads or distractions Reliable experience every day Additional features Trash recovery for up to 30 days Improved text rendering Enhanced Markdown editing Notifications to stay on top of your notes Continuous performance improvements Why people choose Secure Notes Private journaling and personal thoughts Password and sensitive information storage Financial tracking and private records Health notes and personal logs Recovery phrases and secure data storage Anything you want to keep hidden, protected, and under your control. Security you can trust All notes are encrypted and stored locally unless you enable iCloud sync. We do not have access to your data and cannot read your notes. Deleting the app removes all unsynced data permanently. Terms and conditions: https://www.pixelport.io/app/secure-notes-lock-notes/terms-conditions Privacy Policy: https://www.pixelport.io/app/secure-notes-lock-notes/privacy-policy EULA: https://www.pixelport.io/app/secure-notes-lock-notes/eula

Screenshots

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes3 screens
Secure Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Secure Notes at Free against NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes's $2.99. Secure Notes also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 38 months) and ratings volume (716 vs 59). NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and review sentiment (88% vs 65%). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Secure Notes is free to download; NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes costs $2.99 up front. Secure Notes sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Secure Notes has 716 ratings behind it against 59, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes's written reviews are positive against 65% of Secure Notes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes ships an update every 38 months, Secure Notes fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes versus Secure Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNoteCrypt Encrypted NotesSecure Notes
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (59 ratings) — better4.6 (716 ratings)
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews — better64.7% of reviews
Number of ratings59716 — better
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.616.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperApp NurseryPixelPort LLC

Customer experience

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes

All ratings56 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.3%

Secure Notes

All ratings716 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews150 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral10.0%
Negative25.3%

Bugs and requests

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Secure Notes

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Delayed text input and display
  • Inability to access locked notes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to move notes between folders
  • Option to customize font, size, and colors
  • Trash/Recycle bin for deleted notes
  • Cloud sync/backup functionality

In-app purchases

None

NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Secure Notes

Subscriptions5
  • Secure Notes - 1 Month PRO3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Secure Notes - Pro Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Secure Notes Pro Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Secure Notes Pro Annual Offer$19.991 Year
  • Secure Notes - 1 Year PRO$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Secure Notes Pro - Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes free?
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Secure Notes free?
Secure Notes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes or Secure Notes?
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes is rated higher. NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes averages 4.8 out of 5 from 59 ratings, while Secure Notes averages 4.6 from 716 ratings.
Do NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes or Secure Notes have ads?
Neither NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes nor Secure Notes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes or Secure Notes?
NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes ships an update every 38 months, and Secure Notes fortnightly. Most recently, NoteCrypt Encrypted Notes was updated on October 21, 2026 and Secure Notes on October 21, 2026.

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