# Key Crypt vs App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Key Crypt at none against App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's 14. Key Crypt also leads on iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's advantage is ratings volume (9.7K vs 2). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Key Crypt asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Key Crypt against 4.6 for App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps has 9.7K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Key Crypt | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/key-crypt-text-in-secret/id912320113/reviews) | **[4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **9.7K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 40.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 13 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Zariba Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/324129675) | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) |

## What reviewers say

### Key Crypt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/key-crypt-text-in-secret/id912320113)

Create your own secret language to send private messages. This app allows you to encrypt your texts in real-time directly within your favorite messaging applications using a custom keyboard.

**Highlights:** Real-time text encryption, Custom keyboard integration, Works with all messengers, Universal app for iPhone and iPad, One-time purchase

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749)

Secure your digital life with this app that locks and hides your applications, photos, videos, and passwords. Automate app blocking based on time or location, and manage sensitive data with ease. It's your all-in-one solution for comprehensive privacy protection.

**Highlights:** Lock and block any app, Automated app blocking by schedule, Location-based app locking, Photo and video vault, Password management, Secret contacts and duplicate cleaner, Private camera

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock - Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| App Lock - Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $14.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| App Lock - Pro | $34.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing
- 🔒 Fantastic all-in-one security solution
- 👍 User-friendly and reliable
- 🔒 Provides great security and privacy
- 👍 Seamless integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as advertised
- 🐛 Buggy and freezes
- 💰 Expensive/Requires subscription
- 🐛 Outdated instructions
- 🐛 Doesn't actually hide apps

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't lock or hide anything
- Subscription popup issues
- Locking process not working
- Shortcuts not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Backup data option
- Support for more apps to lock


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Key Crypt free?

Key Crypt is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps free?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Key Crypt or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps is rated higher. Key Crypt averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps averages 4.6 from 9.7K ratings.

### Do Key Crypt or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps have ads?

Neither Key Crypt nor App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps shows ads.

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