Comparison

Strongbox vs OneKeePass

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

OneKeePass

Securely store and manage all your passwords and sensitive information in a single encrypted file. This app supports various cloud storage solutions and offers robust encryption to keep your data safe. It allows for multiple databases and provides features like password generation and auto-fill.

Highlights
  • KeePass-compatible database support
  • Encrypted storage for passwords and sensitive data
  • Multiple database support
  • Password generation
  • AutoFill functionality
  • Offline access
  • FaceID and PIN lock protection
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OneKeePass supports the well known KeePass-compatible database (Kdbx 4.x). It stores and manages all your passwords and other sensitive information in a single encrypted file that can be stored in any location, including local and public cloud solutions. You keep control of all your most sensitive information. The app relies on iOS provided integration with storage providers. By using the most recent encryption standards your data and passwords are always secure. OneKeePass not only takes care of your passwords; it keeps all your credit cards, driving licenses, membership cards, passport details and identities secure. Features Entries are grouped as Types or Categories or the standard Group tree Any number of custom fields can be added Custom fields can be organized as sections Any number of databases/vaults can be created and used - Separate your personal, family and work data in different databases. Search for entries Generate new strong passwords Fully offline Recycle bin to restore or permanently erase all deleted passwords History of each entry Multi-language support AutoFill supported - Username, Password and TOTP code Passkeys can be stored and used for authentications Time based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) can added and used Supports Light or Dark Theme Database quick opening using FaceID Native SFTP/WebDav connection Linked database opening support App protection with PIN lock Merging of databases Moving an entry or a group from one group to another Clone an entry OneKeePass is open source and ad-free. Please check the development status of the next updates: https://github.com/OneKeePass/mobile. Send issues to: https://github.com/OneKeePass/mobile/issues

Screenshots

Strongbox4 screens
OneKeePass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Strongbox at 84% against OneKeePass's 33%. Strongbox also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (4.1K vs 13). OneKeePass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Strongbox sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. OneKeePass asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Strongbox holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strongbox has 4.1K ratings behind it against 13, 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 33% of OneKeePass's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, OneKeePass every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Strongbox versus OneKeePass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrongboxOneKeePass
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better3.9 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews83.9% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings4.1K — better13
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhoebe Code LimitedJeyasankar Thenmani

Customer experience

Strongbox

All ratings4,065 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews559 reviews
Positive83.9%
Neutral4.3%
Negative11.8%

OneKeePass

All ratings13 ratings
Positive69.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.8%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%

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

OneKeePass

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Strongbox

Subscriptions6
  • Strongbox Pro (Monthly)2 variants$2.991 Month
  • Monthly Tip$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Tip$19.991 Year
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  • 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

OneKeePass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strongbox free?
Strongbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OneKeePass free?
OneKeePass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Strongbox or OneKeePass?
Strongbox is rated higher. Strongbox averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while OneKeePass averages 3.9 from 13 ratings.
Do Strongbox or OneKeePass have ads?
Neither Strongbox nor OneKeePass shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Strongbox or OneKeePass?
Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, and OneKeePass every 2 months. Most recently, Strongbox was updated on September 24, 2026 and OneKeePass on September 20, 2026.

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