Comparison

Strongbox vs CTHours

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

CTHours

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Overview CTHours is an hour-tracking application designed specifically for Counselors-in-Training. The app provides a structured way to record training activities, monitor accumulated hours, and maintain organized records over time. CTHours is intended to support individuals who are required to track supervised training hours as part of an educational or professional program. Features Hour Logging Record training hours with associated details, categories, and timestamps. Progress Tracking View cumulative totals and monitor progress toward personal training goals, including direct and total hour targets. Organized Records Maintain a clear, chronological history of logged activities and manage custom hour types. Simple and Focused Design Built specifically for Counselor-in-Training workflows rather than general time tracking. Account Access Sign in with Apple or create an email-based account to access your profile and saved data. Pro Features An optional subscription unlocks additional functionality designed to provide extended tracking and organizational tools. iCloud Sync Sync entries and account-linked data across your signed-in Apple devices. Entry Templates Save common entry setups to speed up recurring logs. Smart Reminders Receive reminder prompts to help stay on pace with training targets. PDF Reports Generate and export weekly or monthly report summaries. Location Logging Optionally attach location details to entries. Subscription management is handled through the App Store. Intended Use CTHours is designed for: Counselors-in-Training Graduate-level counseling or therapy students Individuals tracking supervised training or practicum hours CTHours does not replace official program requirements or institutional record-keeping systems. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Strongbox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Strongbox at 5 against CTHours's —. Strongbox also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price and in-app purchases 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 CTHours sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Strongbox versus CTHours: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStrongboxCTHours
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (4.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.1K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better—
Requires iOS15.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPhoebe Code LimitedAnthony Mueller

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

CTHours

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
Show 6 more
  • 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

CTHours

Subscriptions1
  • CTHours Pro (Monthly)$0.991 Month

Questions

Is Strongbox free?
Strongbox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CTHours free?
CTHours is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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