Comparison

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO vs iFTx

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

Head to head
About

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO

Securely encrypt and decrypt sensitive text data using a wide range of advanced algorithms. Protect notes, messages, and cryptocurrency keys. Features steganography to hide data within images and post-quantum key exchange.

Highlights
  • Multiple strong encryption algorithms
  • Steganography for image data hiding
  • Post-quantum key encapsulation (KEM)
  • Unlimited password management
  • Cross-platform compatibility (iOS, macOS)
  • Copy/paste and file saving
Features
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• Paranoia Text Encryption PRO is a universal text encryption application for iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod) and macOS by Paranoia Works. • Paranoia Text Encryption ensures the safety of your notes, SMS messages, emails, social networking posts, cryptocurrency keys (seeds, mnemonics), and any other text from all unwanted readers. • The app offers true security, encrypting data using the strongest encryption algorithms available: Threefish 1024-bit, SHACAL-2 512-bit, Paranoia C4 2048-bit (a cascade of Threefish, Serpent, AES, and SHACAL-2), Blowfish 448-bit, AES 256-bit, RC6 256-bit, Serpent 256-bit, and Twofish 256-bit ciphers. • Simply copy and paste text to and from your favorite applications, or save it to a file for future use. • This app does not function as a "Vault application." Instead, a password is set for the current encryption/decryption session, not for entering the app itself. You may have an unlimited number of passwords for any purpose—different files, tasks, people, etc. • Steganography: The application offers steganographic features, allowing you to conceal text or files within a JPEG image. Two algorithms are available: J-UNIWARD (content-adaptive, minimizes visual distortion, harder to detect) and F5 (matrix encoding, efficient embedding). The selected algorithm works with your chosen symmetric cipher to create the final steganogram. • Key Encapsulation (KEM): Securely exchange encryption passwords using the post-quantum ML-KEM mechanism (NIST FIPS 203). Two parties can establish a shared password without ever transmitting it directly, with protection against future quantum computer attacks. ◆ Differences between Free and PRO versions: The PRO version offers additional encryption algorithms, specifically Threefish 1024-bit, SHACAL-2 512-bit, and Paranoia C4 2048-bit (a cascade of Threefish–Serpent–AES–SHACAL-2). While the free version can decrypt data encrypted by these advanced algorithms, the ability to encrypt data using them is exclusive to the PRO version. The PRO version also provides a key to activate the PRO versions of our desktop applications: Paranoia File & Text Encryption for PC, Paranoia Text Encryption for PC, and S.S.E. File Encryptor for PC. • The application is directly compatible with macOS (10.15 and later). Versions for other systems and platforms are available on the application's homepage (download section - https://paranoiaworks.mobi/download/). • An online (web-based) version, utilizing AES and client-side JavaScript, and other utilities are available at https://pteo.paranoiaworks.mobi

About

iFTx

This app enables seamless communication using FT8 and FT4 digital modes directly from your iOS device. Enjoy portable digital connections, effortless operation with a user-friendly interface, and reliable performance for global contact.

Highlights
  • FT8 and FT4 digital modes
  • Portable digital communication
  • Global operator connections
  • User-friendly interface
  • Integrated QSO logging
Features
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Introducing iFTx: The Essential iOS App for FT8 and FT4 Digital Modes! - Seamlessly Engage: iFTx brings FT8 and FT4 digital modes to your iOS device, enabling convenient and portable digital communication. - Anytime, Anywhere: Enjoy the flexibility to connect with operators globally from the comfort of your iOS device. - Effortless Operation: Navigate the user-friendly interface for quick setup and real-time messaging. - Reliable Performance: Experience clear signals and adapt to changing propagation conditions with ease. - Log Your Success: Keep track of your contacts effortlessly with integrated QSO logging.

Screenshots

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO4 screens
iFTx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Paranoia Text Encryption PRO at 4.7 against iFTx's 4.2. Paranoia Text Encryption PRO also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and review sentiment (84% vs 72%). iFTx's advantage is price ($1.99 vs $3.99). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO costs $3.99 and iFTx $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 52 and 70 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Paranoia Text Encryption PRO's written reviews are positive against 72% of iFTx's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO ships an update every 2 months, iFTx every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Paranoia Text Encryption PRO versus iFTx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterParanoia Text Encryption PROiFTx
Price$3.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.7 (52 ratings) — better4.2 (70 ratings)
Positive reviews83.6% of reviews — better71.8% of reviews
Number of ratings5270 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.5 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrantisek DvorakChristoph Nadig

Customer experience

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO

All ratings52 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral1.9%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive83.6%
Neutral7.3%
Negative9.1%

iFTx

All ratings70 ratings
Positive75.7%
Neutral18.6%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews85 reviews
Positive71.8%
Neutral18.8%
Negative9.4%

In-app purchases

None

Paranoia Text Encryption PRO

No in-app purchases

None

iFTx

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Paranoia Text Encryption PRO free?
Paranoia Text Encryption PRO costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iFTx free?
iFTx costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Paranoia Text Encryption PRO or iFTx?
Paranoia Text Encryption PRO is rated higher. Paranoia Text Encryption PRO averages 4.7 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while iFTx averages 4.2 from 70 ratings.
Do Paranoia Text Encryption PRO or iFTx have ads?
Neither Paranoia Text Encryption PRO nor iFTx shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Paranoia Text Encryption PRO or iFTx?
Paranoia Text Encryption PRO ships an update every 2 months, and iFTx every 6 months. Most recently, Paranoia Text Encryption PRO was updated on September 28, 2026 and iFTx on September 29, 2026.

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