Comparison

TouchyNotes vs Photo Vault ·

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

Head to head
About

TouchyNotes

Securely store private photos, passwords, notes, contacts, and bookmarks. Features innovative interaction methods for private passcode entry and a micro-game login for enhanced security. Operates entirely offline for 100% data privacy.

Highlights
  • Secure photo, password, note, contact, and bookmark storage
  • SPINT technology for secure passcode entry
  • Micro-game login for enhanced security
  • Stealthy access feature
  • Offline operation for 100% privacy
  • No data sharing or remote access
Features
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TouchyNotes is a free app that offers a secure way to store your private photos, passwords, notes, phone contacts, and bookmarks, protecting them from unauthorized access. This app boasts innovative features that set it apart from others, including: - A novel human-computer interaction method (SPINT technology) that enables secure passcode entry, safeguarding against shoulder surfing. - A unique micro-game login concept that provides an unparalleled level of security, making TouchyNotes an essential application for anyone serious about data privacy. - A stealthy feature that allows you to discreetly access sensitive information without revealing too much to those around you. Concerned about prying eyes, smart glasses, or video cameras? TouchyNotes has got you covered! With our app, you can finally enjoy privacy even after unlocking your device. For added security, TouchyNotes operates entirely offline, ensuring that your data never leaves your device unless you choose to export it. This means: - 100% privacy: All data stored in TouchyNotes is completely secure and private. - Total control: Only you have access to your photos, texts, and contacts. - No data sharing: We never upload your data to our servers or access your files remotely. Enjoy complete peace of mind with TouchyNotes, the ultimate privacy guardian.

About

Photo Vault ·

Securely store private photos, videos, messages, passwords, and notes with PIN, fingerprint, and facial recognition. Offers cloud backup, private browsing, and contact management to protect your personal data.

Highlights
  • PIN protection
  • Fingerprint/Face ID authentication
  • Cloud backup
  • Private web browser
  • Password manager
  • Secret notes
  • Private contacts
Features
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SafeLock secures private photos, videos, messages, passwords, notes and contacts by locking them down with PIN protection, fingerprint Touch ID and Face ID. With SafeLock, you can protect your privacy, secure your photos and save phone space with cloud backup. Key Features: - Secure all the private information on your device with a PIN passcode - All your files will be backed up on encrypted secure cloud - Access app with personal digital password - Touch ID / Face ID authentication - Private web browsing - Store contacts you don't want in your regular address book - Save all your passwords in one place - Write and store private notes - Continuous updates and support to deliver the best app Use built-in camera to take pictures and videos in the secret photo app or import existing media files from camera roll. Keeping your usernames and passwords on your notes, or written on a piece of paper is not safe. SafeLock is the best place for storing your username and passwords for all of your online accounts securely. There is also a private web browser that does not save any history on your phone and allows you to save secret bookmarks within the app. You never again have to worry about letting someone use you phone and seeing your private information! Now you can be sure that your personal data will be kept safe and secure. Note: You will not be able to access SafeLock if you choose not to set up Touch ID/Face ID and you forget your PIN. We are not responsible for lost files. About subscriptions: You can use all features of SafeLock app with premium membership. Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term may vary depending on your country. You will see the total price before you complete the payment. In-app subscriptions are renewed weekly or annually, depending on your plan. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. You can turn off automatic renewal at any time in your iTunes account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. SafeLock Premium is available for $9.99/week, $19.99/month or $99.99/year. Prices are in U.S. dollars, may vary in countries other than the U.S. and are subject to change without notice. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/safelock-privacy/ Terms of Services: https://sites.google.com/view/safelock-terms

Screenshots

TouchyNotes4 screens
Photo Vault ·4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TouchyNotes at 100% against Photo Vault ·'s 34%. TouchyNotes also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). Photo Vault ·'s advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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. TouchyNotes sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Photo Vault · sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TouchyNotes holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of TouchyNotes's written reviews are positive against 34% of Photo Vault ·'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchyNotes ships an update fortnightly, Photo Vault · monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
TouchyNotes versus Photo Vault ·: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchyNotesPhoto Vault ·
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (29 ratings) — better4.1 (50 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better34.4% of reviews
Number of ratings2950 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.611.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB164 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperIgor PolivanyiPlus Apps Bilisim Teknolojileri Reklamcilik Limited Sirketi

Customer experience

TouchyNotes

All ratings29 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Photo Vault ·

All ratings50 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral12.0%
Negative18.0%
Written reviews163 reviews
Positive34.4%
Neutral2.5%
Negative63.2%

Bugs and requests

TouchyNotes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Photo Vault ·

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App freezes on welcome/setup screen
  • Password entry causes app to crash or exit
  • Premium screen cannot be dismissed
  • Black screen on launch
  • Overlapping text on welcome screen
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  • Face ID setup causes crashes
  • App becomes inaccessible after setup
  • Unresponsive refresh functionality

Requested features

6 requests
  • Remove or make premium trial truly optional
  • Add visible X button to close premium screens
  • Expand free version functionality
  • Improve app locking features
  • Add secret notes functionality
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  • Clearer payment disclosure before download

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TouchyNotes

One-time2
  • Storage capacity increase up to 210 files$0.99
  • Storage increase by 350 files$2.99
4 purchases

Photo Vault ·

Subscriptions4
  • Private Photo Vault3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • SafeLock Weekly Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • SafeLock Secret Photo Vault$19.991 Month
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  • SafeLock Secret Photo Vault$99.991 Year

Questions

Is TouchyNotes free?
TouchyNotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Photo Vault · free?
Photo Vault · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TouchyNotes or Photo Vault ·?
TouchyNotes is rated higher. TouchyNotes averages 4.8 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Photo Vault · averages 4.1 from 50 ratings.
Do TouchyNotes or Photo Vault · have ads?
Photo Vault · shows ads; TouchyNotes does not.
Which is updated more often, TouchyNotes or Photo Vault ·?
TouchyNotes ships an update fortnightly, and Photo Vault · monthly. Most recently, TouchyNotes was updated on September 17, 2026 and Photo Vault · on September 22, 2026.

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