# Password Manager' vs Lock Notes Pro

The clearest difference is price: Password Manager' at Free against Lock Notes Pro's $9.99. Password Manager' also leads on ratings volume (17K vs 270). Lock Notes Pro's advantage is review sentiment (82% vs 48%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Password Manager' is free to download; Lock Notes Pro costs $9.99 up front. Password Manager' sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Lock Notes Pro sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lock Notes Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Password Manager' has 17K ratings behind it against 270, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Password Manager''s written reviews are positive against 82% of Lock Notes Pro's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager' | Lock Notes Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $9.99 |
| Rating | [4.4 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id998953281/reviews) | **[4.6 (270 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-notes-pro/id1052612947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 270 |
| Positive reviews | 48.2% of reviews | **82.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 19 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [广栋 莫](https://appshunter.io/developer/528151959) | [JulyApps Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/427694580) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager'

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id998953281)

Securely store sensitive data like passwords, credit card details, and notes using military-grade encryption. Automatically log into websites and manage your information with customizable templates and robust organization tools. Protect your digital life with advanced security features.

**Highlights:** AES 256-bit encryption, Offline data protection, Password, Dot, and Touch ID lock, AutoFill for websites, Customizable templates, Password generator, Backup and restore via iCloud/Dropbox

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version for Lifetime | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Convenient password storage
- 🔒 Secure app to store sensitive information
- 🗂️ Customizable folders and organization
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🔒 Lack of developer support and communication
- 💰 Forced to repurchase app when upgrading devices
- 📤 Inability to restore or transfer data from old versions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or becomes unusable after iOS updates
- Inability to access stored passwords after device changes
- Unreliable backup and restore functionality

**Requested features**

- Ability to import/export data
- Cross-device sync and backup options
- Improved security features (e.g., biometric login)
- Better developer support and communication


### Lock Notes Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lock-notes-pro/id1052612947)

Securely store and protect your private notes with password or Touch ID access. This app allows you to keep sensitive information like passwords, secrets, and diaries safe from unauthorized viewing. It offers features like iCloud backup and syncing, image insertion, and printing.

**Highlights:** Password and Touch ID protection, iCloud backup and sync, Insert images and photos, Print notes, Sort and customize notes, Security question recovery

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Auto Backup | $14.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure storage of notes
- 💡 Useful for organizing personal information
- 🚀 Efficient app performance
- 🔒 Password protection for notes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🔒 Concerns about data loss or backup issues
- 🔒 Difficulty restoring notes from backup
- 💡 Lack of advanced features like checklists or reminders

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes after iOS updates
- Unable to edit or update notes without losing data
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add checklist functionality
- Implement a recycle bin for deleted notes
- Improve syncing and backup options
- Add more customization options for font, layout, etc.


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Manager' free?

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

### Is Lock Notes Pro free?

Lock Notes Pro costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Password Manager' or Lock Notes Pro?

Lock Notes Pro is rated higher. Password Manager' averages 4.4 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while Lock Notes Pro averages 4.6 from 270 ratings.

### Do Password Manager' or Lock Notes Pro have ads?

Neither Password Manager' nor Lock Notes Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager' or Lock Notes Pro?

Password Manager' ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lock Notes Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Password Manager' was updated on September 23, 2026 and Lock Notes Pro on September 24, 2026.

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