Comparison

Strongbox vs SecureVault

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

SecureVault

This app offers secure, offline password management with military-grade encryption. It allows users to store and organize all their sensitive data locally, with features like a password generator and strength analyzer. Enjoy complete privacy and control over your digital credentials without relying on the cloud.

Highlights
  • Offline password storage
  • AES-256 encryption
  • Biometric authentication
  • Password generator
  • Password strength analyzer
  • Data export/import
Features
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PassVault - Your Ultimate Offline Password Manager SecureVault — Password Manager helps you keep all your passwords and sensitive data safe, private, and easily accessible — all without relying on the cloud. Designed for users who value total privacy and offline security, SecureVault stores everything locally with military-grade encryption so only you have access. UNCOMPROMISING SECURITY • Military-grade AES-256 encryption protects all your passwords • Master password with biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) • Complete offline storage - your data never leaves your device • Auto-lock feature for added security when inactive SMART ORGANIZATION • Categorize passwords by type: Social, Banking, Work, Personal, Shopping & more • Favorite important passwords for quick access • Powerful search to find any password instantly • Beautiful, intuitive interface optimized for iPhone and iPad POWERFUL FEATURES • Strong Password Generator: Create secure passwords with customizable rules • Password Strength Analyzer: Check how strong your passwords are • Biometric Unlock: Quick access with Face ID or Touch ID • Auto-Lock Protection: Automatic security after periods of inactivity • Export/Import: Backup and restore your data securely PERFECT FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS Store and manage: • Website & app passwords • Banking and financial accounts • Social media credentials • Work and email accounts • Wi-Fi passwords • Membership accounts • And much more! WHY CHOOSE PASSVAULT? 100% Offline: No internet connection required No Subscriptions: One-time purchase, lifetime access Privacy First: We don't collect your data - period iCloud Sync Optional: Choose whether to sync across devices Regular Updates: Continuous improvements and new features YOUR DATA, YOUR CONTROL Unlike cloud-based password managers, PassVault gives you complete ownership of your data. Everything is encrypted and stored locally on your device. No one else can access your passwords - not even us! PERFECT FOR • Individuals wanting privacy-focused password management • Professionals needing secure work credential storage • Families sharing devices but keeping passwords separate • Anyone tired of subscription-based password managers • Privacy-conscious users avoiding cloud storage Download PassVault today and take control of your digital security with the password manager that puts your privacy first!

Screenshots

Strongbox4 screens
SecureVault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Strongbox at Free against SecureVault's $0.99. Strongbox also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.0) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). SecureVault's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and review sentiment (100% vs 84%). 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; SecureVault costs $0.99 up front. Strongbox sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. SecureVault asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Strongbox holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Strongbox has 4.1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of Strongbox's written reviews are positive against 100% of SecureVault's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, SecureVault every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Strongbox versus SecureVault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrongboxSecureVault
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4.1K — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhoebe Code LimitedHarshad Jadav

Customer experience

Strongbox

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

SecureVault

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

SecureVault

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Strongbox

Subscriptions7
  • Strongbox Pro (Monthly)2 variants$2.991 Month
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)$19.991 Year
  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)3 Months trial$19.991 Year
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  • Strongbox Pro (Yearly)1 Month trial$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-time2
  • Little Tip$4.99
  • Strongbox Pro (Lifetime)$99.99
None

SecureVault

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Strongbox free?
Strongbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SecureVault free?
SecureVault costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Strongbox or SecureVault?
Strongbox is rated higher. Strongbox averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.1K ratings, while SecureVault averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Strongbox or SecureVault have ads?
Neither Strongbox nor SecureVault shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Strongbox or SecureVault?
Strongbox ships an update fortnightly, and SecureVault every 3 months. Most recently, Strongbox was updated on November 1, 2026 and SecureVault on October 31, 2026.

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