Comparison

Strongbox vs Password Manager (2FAS Pass)

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

Password Manager (2FAS Pass)

This app securely stores and manages your passwords locally on your device, offering end-to-end encryption and offline access. It seamlessly integrates with browser extensions for easy online use and provides optional cloud synchronization methods.

Highlights
  • Local-first data storage
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Offline password access
  • Browser extension integration
  • Optional iCloud sync
  • Custom WebDAV sync
  • Open-source code
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2FAS Pass is a Local-first Password Manager built for people who want full control over their data. No accounts. Your passwords stay with you. Store and manage your passwords securely on your device and access them when you need them. Everything is protected with world-class end-to-end encryption and works fully offline. Easily connect the mobile app with a desktop browser extension to securely access your passwords while browsing the Internet. Fast, seamless and encrypted. You decide how your data is synchronized and backed up. Choose the method you trust and keep full control over your passwords. Local-first password manager: • No accounts required • End-to-end encryption (E2EE) • Works offline • Secure connection with Browser Extension • Optional iCloud synchronization (E2EE) • Custom WebDAV synchronization • Security Tiers for extra protection • Open-source code available on GitHub Take password security and privacy to the next level without giving up control. If you have any questions, talk with us on our Discord server: https://2fas.com/discord/ Learn more about 2FAS: • GitHub: https://github.com/twofas • Website: https://2fas.com • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@2FAS

Screenshots

Strongbox4 screens
Password Manager (2FAS Pass)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Strongbox at 4.1K against Password Manager (2FAS Pass)'s 26. Strongbox also leads on device support (5 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Strongbox sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Password Manager (2FAS Pass) sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Strongbox holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strongbox has 4.1K ratings behind it against 26, 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 80% of Password Manager (2FAS Pass)'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, Password Manager (2FAS Pass) every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Strongbox versus Password Manager (2FAS Pass): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrongboxPassword Manager (2FAS Pass)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better4.5 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews — better80.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4.1K — better26
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.4
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhoebe Code LimitedTwo Factor Authentication Service Inc.

Customer experience

Strongbox

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

Password Manager (2FAS Pass)

All ratings26 ratings
Positive88.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.5%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral3.3%
Negative16.7%

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

Password Manager (2FAS Pass)

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
Show 3 more
  • Large Tip$99.99
  • Strongbox Pro (Lifetime)$99.99
  • Huge Tip$199.99
1 purchases

Password Manager (2FAS Pass)

Subscriptions1
  • 2FAS Pass Unlimited$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Strongbox free?
Strongbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Password Manager (2FAS Pass) free?
Password Manager (2FAS Pass) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Strongbox or Password Manager (2FAS Pass)?
Strongbox is rated higher. Strongbox averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while Password Manager (2FAS Pass) averages 4.5 from 26 ratings.
Do Strongbox or Password Manager (2FAS Pass) have ads?
Neither Strongbox nor Password Manager (2FAS Pass) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Strongbox or Password Manager (2FAS Pass)?
Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, and Password Manager (2FAS Pass) every 2 weeks. Most recently, Strongbox was updated on October 29, 2026 and Password Manager (2FAS Pass) on October 27, 2026.

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