Comparison

Strongbox vs KyPass

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

Head to head
About

Strongbox

Securely store and manage all your passwords with one master password. Supports open-source formats and offers advanced security features like biometric unlock and YubiKey protection. Includes password auditing and cloud syncing for easy access.

Highlights
  • Biometric unlock (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Passkey support
  • YubiKey protection
  • Password auditing (Have I Been Pwned?)
  • Cloud syncing (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive)
  • Secure password generation
  • TOTP Two Factor Authentication codes
Features
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Strongbox is an application for keeping all your passwords safely stored and protected by one master password. Supporting the open source Password Safe and KeePass formats. *** Features *** - Face ID/Touch ID Unlock for the ultimate in convenience, security and speed. - Passkey support - The latest, most convenient and most secure authentication method (passkeys). - PIN Code Unlock with a Duress PIN option for those tricky situations. - YubiKey protection - secure your databases with a hardware token. - Secure - protected by time tested military grade cryptography. - Private - Isolated In-App attachments viewer for your sensitive documents, photos & videos. - Audit your passwords - Automatically check your database for weak password including a 'Have I Been Pwned?' check. - Cloud Support, so you can access your cloud safes using iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive, WebDAV or SFTP even when offline. Use the built in Files app for many other storage options or store them securely only on your local device. You choose your storage. - Search your entire set of passwords and secrets instantly and powerfully, with deep search. Autocomplete new entries, and auto generate secure passwords. - Compatible - Import/Export by Files app, Email, CSV, iTunes File Sharing or use cloud storage. - Standards compliant - using the time tested Password Safe and KeePass formats so you can import any existing password safe you have. - Features galore - Incredibly configurable password generation including Diceware (XKCD) & regular passwords. - Timed Auto Clear Clipboard. - Entry History. - KeePass Field References, Tags, Custom Icon & FavIcons (including automatic search & download). - Two Factor Authentication codes (TOTP) - QR Code, Steam & Manual. *** Strongbox is Freemium *** This means that Strongbox is free with a basic feature set, but if you like there are enhanced Pro features too. You can opt-in to a 90 day Free Trial of all the Pro features if you like, no obligations, but most find the Free version perfectly adequate. --------------------------------------------------------------------- • Strongbox provides In-App Purchases (both auto renewable subscriptions and one-off non-consumable) for Pro versions of the App • An outright/upfront (i.e. non In-App Purchase) option exists also, please see the Strongbox website for details. • Subscriptions are auto renewable with recurring billing. Cancel anytime. • The time period of the subscriptions are monthly, 3-monthly or yearly at users discretion • The user can also choose to purchase a 'Lifetime' one-off Pro version of the App • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • 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 • Strongbox Privacy Policy may be found here: https://strongboxsafe.com/privacy-policy/ • Strongbox Terms of Use may be found here: https://strongboxsafe.com/terms/

About

KyPass

Securely manage all your sensitive information, including usernames and passwords, in a single encrypted database. This app offers robust synchronization across multiple cloud services and devices, along with advanced features for password generation and entry management.

Highlights
  • KeePass database compatibility
  • Multi-cloud synchronization
  • Advanced password generator
  • Entry history management
  • Attachment support
  • Touch ID/PIN protection
Features
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KyPass is designed for users who demand the highest level of security for their personal data. It is fully compatible with the open-source KeePass Password Safe database format, allowing you to manage your credentials securely and efficiently across all your devices. Secure Sync and Backup Your encrypted database can be stored and synchronized using: • iCloud Drive • Dropbox • Google Drive • OneDrive (personal and business) • SFTP • Any WebDAV-compatible cloud service Powerful and Complete KyPass stores all your sensitive information — usernames, passwords, URLs, notes, and more — in a single, encrypted database. Entries are organized into groups, and the built-in search lets you find what you need instantly. Exclusive Features • Tree view navigation (ideal on iPad) • Full field reference support • Complete history management (view and maintain previous versions) • Recycle Bin support • Folder selection for Dropbox and WebDAV • Attachment support (read and write) And Also • Multi-cloud synchronization across all your devices • Safari and third-party browser integration • Advanced password generator with smart character rules • KDBX4 support • External keyboard compatibility • Local WebDAV browser for direct imports • Download database directly from a URL • Touch ID or PIN protection (securely stores the master key in iOS Keychain) • One-Time Password (OTP) support • Barcode sharing for entries • Detailed entry information including creation, modification, and expiry dates KyPass is powerful enough to replace your desktop password manager, yet simple enough to use anywhere. Discover the most complete and secure KeePass-compatible app for iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Strongbox4 screens
KyPass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Strongbox at Free against KyPass's $7.99. Strongbox also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (84% vs 50%). KyPass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16). On ads 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

Strongbox is free to download; KyPass costs $7.99 up front. Strongbox sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. KyPass asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Strongbox holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strongbox has 4.1K ratings behind it against 386, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Strongbox's written reviews are positive against 50% of KyPass's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, KyPass every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Strongbox versus KyPass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrongboxKyPass
PriceFree — better$7.99
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better4.1 (386 ratings)
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.1K — better386
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB26 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPhoebe Code LimitedMiguel Vanhove

Customer experience

Strongbox

All ratings4,065 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews566 reviews
Positive83.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative12.2%

KyPass

All ratings386 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral5.4%
Negative17.1%
Written reviews234 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.8%
Negative37.2%

User reviews

Strongbox

From 4.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Seamless integration with iOS
  • 🔒 Highly secure with end-to-end encryption
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🔒 Open-source and transparent
  • 🚀 Reliable and stable performance

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paid features can be expensive for some users
  • 🐛 Occasional syncing and compatibility issues
  • 💰 Lifetime license cost may be prohibitive
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported by some users

KyPass

From 386 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Long time user
  • 👍 Pretty good
  • 🔒 Great app
  • 👍 Perfect app
  • 🚀 Brilliant App

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Update is broken
  • 🐛 OneDrive integration crashes app
  • 🐛 cannot be pasted. The interface is not beautiful and there is a display error problem.
  • 🐛 TOTP doesn't work
  • 🐛 Face ID no longer working

Bugs and requests

Strongbox

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes when using certain iOS versions
  • Issues with database syncing and corruption

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to create custom templates and fields
  • Improved organization and search functionality
  • Tighter integration with Apple Keychain
  • Support for more cloud storage providers

KyPass

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • Version 6.1 will not sync with iCloud.
  • Local file no response while touch, but iCloud file works while touching. Moved local file to iCloud file, it didn't sync. Lost most of important passwords.
  • New entries won't sync. I've added entries in the app and they don't show up in my kdbx files.
  • Never allows me to link to OneDrive
  • Unable to sync using SFTP. One drive works fine.
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  • Won't synch, can't export to any of my cloud services (Google drive, Dropbox, ICloud), can't even save a copy to my iPad.
  • iCloud sync stopped working
  • Versione a pagamento inutilizzabile!!!
  • Forced to upgrade
  • Whenever hit the keyboard password shortcut and clear the autofilled URL in the search box, the keyboard never is shown so I can't search.
  • Only Dropbox cloud sync works when on BPN
  • WebDAV геНельзя добавить сервер
  • Не активно окно с добавлением сервера. Покупал ради WebDAV. Выкинутые 530р
  • Crashes upon launch & key file disappeared!
  • try create webdav storage ... crashes straight away.
  • Allows access without master password
  • Constant crashes, forced to pay to upgrade every version

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more languages!
  • Please, Did you fix CVE-2023-32784?
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Strongbox

Subscriptions9
  • Strongbox Pro (Monthly)2 variants$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Tip$2.991 Month
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)$19.991 Year
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  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)3 Months trial$19.991 Year
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)1 Month trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Tip$19.991 Year
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)1 Year trial$24.991 Year
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)3 Months trial$24.991 Year
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time6
  • Little Tip$4.99
  • Small Tip$9.99
  • Medium Tip$19.99
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  • Large Tip$99.99
  • Strongbox Pro (Lifetime)$99.99
  • Huge Tip$199.99
None

KyPass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strongbox free?
Strongbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is KyPass free?
KyPass costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Strongbox or KyPass?
Strongbox is rated higher. Strongbox averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while KyPass averages 4.1 from 386 ratings.
Do Strongbox or KyPass have ads?
Neither Strongbox nor KyPass shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Strongbox or KyPass?
Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, and KyPass every 6 weeks. Most recently, Strongbox was updated on October 26, 2026 and KyPass on October 27, 2026.

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