Comparison

Sync vs Privilio

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Sync

Securely store, access, and share your files with end-to-end encryption. This cloud storage solution allows you to sync data across all your devices and collaborate with others through shared folders. Protect your sensitive information with robust privacy features.

Highlights
  • 5 GB free secure cloud storage
  • Access files from any device
  • Secure file sharing via links
  • Collaborate with shared folders
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Access controls
Features
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Sync’s encrypted cloud storage keeps your files safe, secure and private. Access your files from all of your computers and devices easily, and share your files securely with anyone. Features: * Get 5 GB of secure cloud storage free * Access files stored on any computer or device, from your phone or tablet * Upload your photos and videos to Sync * Send large files easily with links * Collaborate and share with teams through shared folders * Protect your files with built-in encryption and access controls How Sync protects your privacy: Sync's end-to-end encrypted cloud storage ensures that only you can access your data. We can't read your files - nor would we want to - ensuring that your documents, photos and videos are safeguarded from unauthorized access. We'd love your feedback! Contact us using the support link below.

About

Privilio

Features
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Privilio is a private, end-to-end encrypted home for the people in your life. Every contact, note, and file is encrypted on your device with a passphrase only you know — so your address book stays yours, even as it syncs across your devices. Privilio's servers only ever store scrambled ciphertext: we can't read your data, and neither can anyone else. Built for people who take privacy seriously — founders, investors, lawyers, journalists, and anyone who'd rather not hand their relationships to a data broker. KEY FEATURES • End-to-end encryption — contacts are encrypted on-device before they ever sync. Zero-knowledge by design. • Passphrase-protected — only your passphrase unlocks your data. A forgotten passphrase can't be recovered, by design. • Smart contacts — organize with tags (VIP, Work, Personal, Investor), pin key people, and keep private notes and last-contacted history. • Secure Vault — lock your most sensitive contacts behind a separate PIN. Vaulted contacts are never exported. • Import your way — bring contacts in from CSV, vCard, or your Microsoft/Outlook account, encrypted on-device on the way in. • Fast, private search — find anyone instantly, processed locally on your device. • Sync across devices — your encrypted address book follows you, securely. PRIVILIO PRO Unlock the Secure Vault and premium features with Privilio Pro. • Annual — $29.99/year (with a 7-day free trial) • Monthly — $4.99/month Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://privilio.ca/terms Privacy Policy: https://privilio.ca/privacy Your relationships are personal. Privilio keeps them that way.

Screenshots

Sync4 screens
Privilio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sync at none against Privilio's 2. Privilio's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support 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. Privilio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Sync asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sync ships an update every 3 weeks, Privilio every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Sync versus Privilio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSyncPrivilio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (830 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings830 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSync.com Inc.Sean Martin

Bugs and requests

Sync

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Unreliable camera roll backup
  • Inconsistent file sync across devices
  • Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • Inability to access offline files
  • Sync issues when switching devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved iOS app integration with Files app
  • Video playback and streaming support
  • Bulk file management (rename, move, delete)
  • Advanced sharing options and controls
  • Better background sync for photos/videos

Privilio

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Sync

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Privilio

Subscriptions2
  • Privilio Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Privilio Pro Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Sync free?
Sync is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Privilio free?
Privilio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sync or Privilio have ads?
Neither Sync nor Privilio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sync or Privilio?
Sync ships an update every 3 weeks, and Privilio every 2 days. Most recently, Sync was updated on November 6, 2026 and Privilio on November 5, 2026.

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