# Password Manager vs App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps

Password Manager and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 78% of Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's. Password Manager also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password Manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Password Manager 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 752, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 41% of App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps's.

Password Manager ships an update every 2 months, App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager | App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (752 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-secure/id934286423/reviews) | [4.6 (9.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-hide-passwords-apps/id1614510749/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 752 | **9.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **77.9% of reviews** | 40.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 104 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [RV AppStudios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/340181308) | [CLEARPATH ACQUISITIONS LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814364927) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-secure/id934286423)

Securely store login credentials, photos, videos, and notes with robust encryption. Features include automatic form filling, a password generator, and a private media vault. Protect your digital life with advanced privacy options.

**Highlights:** Secure password storage, Automatic form filling, Password generator, Private photo and video vault, Built-in secure browser, AES 256-bit encryption

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly VIP Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VIP Plus | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly VIP Plus | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly VIP Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly VIP Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly VIP Plus | $24.99 | per year |
| Upgrade to Pro | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure password storage
- 💡 Innovative features
- 🚀 Efficient app performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and compatibility issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔑 Password reset/recovery problems
- 🤔 Unclear pricing and feature differences

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on iOS 13 update
- Fingerprint/Face ID not working
- Inability to access stored data

**Requested features**

- Password reset/recovery option
- Improved support and communication
- Clearer pricing and feature information


### 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 Password Manager free?

Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### 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, Password Manager or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

Password Manager and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 752 and 9.7K ratings respectively.

### Do Password Manager or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps have ads?

Password Manager shows ads; App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps does not.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager or App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps?

Password Manager ships an update every 2 months, and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps every 3 weeks. Most recently, Password Manager was updated on August 22, 2026 and App Lock, Hide Passwords Apps on September 21, 2026.

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