Strongbox vs Passkeys App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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/
Passkeys App
This app offers a secure and simple way to log into your accounts without passwords. It uses biometric authentication like Face ID or Touch ID for quick setup and effortless sign-ins, providing next-generation security and phishing protection.
- Passwordless sign-ins
- Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Encrypted data storage
- Encrypted backups
- Cross-device synchronization
- Phishing-proof security
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Passkeys is the app that revolutionizes sign-ins for ultimate security and simplicity. Say goodbye to passwords forever! With Passkeys App, creating and using a passkey is as quick and easy as a breeze. Use Face ID or Touch ID for one-step account creation and effortless sign-ins. Features: - Strong, Secure & Private Each Passkey is inherently strong, never guessable, reused, or weak, guaranteeing top-notch protection for your accounts. All data stored in Passkeys App is encrypted, even when stored in iCloud, ensuring that only you can access your data. - Encrypted Backup In Passkeys App, you can create secure encrypted backups, providing peace of mind in case you lose your device or switch to a new one. - Synchronization Across all Devices Passkeys App automatically synchronize your accounts across all Apple devices for seamless access. - Next-Generation Security Built on FIDO Alliance and W3C standards, Passkeys replace traditional passwords with cryptographic key pairs, offering unmatched security. - Phishing-Proof Passkeys are uniquely tied to the app or website they were created for, protecting users from falling victim to fraudulent apps or websites. - And many, many other features! We constantly improve our app, don't hesitate to contact us at support@2stable.com to request a missing feature or an improvement. A subscription is required to add more than 2 accounts and unlock unlimited usage. Links Terms of Service: https://passkeys.2stable.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy: https://passkeys.2stable.com/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Strongbox at 4.1K against Passkeys App's 973. Strongbox also leads on device support (5 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. Strongbox sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Passkeys App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Strongbox against 4.7 for Passkeys App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.1K and 973 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Strongbox's written reviews are positive against 87% of Passkeys App's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Strongbox | Passkeys App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.1K ratings) | 4.7 (973 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.7% of reviews | 87.4% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 4.1K — better | 973 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 145 MB | 82 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Phoebe Code Limited | 2Stable |
Customer experience
Strongbox
Passkeys App
User reviews
Strongbox
From 4.1K App Store ratingsWhat 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
Passkeys App
From 973 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Well-designed app
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 🚀 Easy to set up and use
- 💡 Convenient password management
- 🔒 Encrypted cloud storage
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and performance issues
- 💡 Lacking advanced customization options
- 💡 Could use more features for power users
- 🔋 Slightly slow loading times at times
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
Passkeys App
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login screen freezes
- Incompatibility with certain apps
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- More customization settings
- Additional security features
- Enhanced password generator
- Improved mobile app stability
In-app purchases
Strongbox
- Strongbox Pro (Monthly)2 variants$2.991 Month
- Monthly Tip$2.991 Month
- Strongbox Pro (Yearly)3 Months trial$19.991 Year
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- 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
- 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
Passkeys App
- Passkeys3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Passkeys$5.991 Month
- Passkeys$19.991 Year
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