ProtectID® Authenticator vs HIQ Commander
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ProtectID® Authenticator
This app generates one-time passcodes for secure authentication, supporting multiple accounts and various provisioning methods. It functions even without an internet connection and offers password protection for enhanced security.
- Generates one-time passcodes
- Supports multiple accounts
- Works offline (airplane mode)
- Secure self-enrollment
- QR code and URL provisioning
- Password protected
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The ProtectID® Authenticator generates ProtectID and/or OATH standard One Time Passcodes using your smartphone or tablet. Features: * Generates codes even when in airplane mode. * Support for multiple accounts * ProtectID® generators support secure self-enrollment * Google-style QR Codes are supported for provisioning * URL provisioning * Manual provisioning * Use wherever Google Authenticator is used * Authenticators are password protected
HIQ Commander
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HIQ Commander is part of HIQ home automation system. It allows user to control lights, blinds, appliances, heating/cooling, access control and alarm. IMPORTANT: this application requires HIQ home automation hardware. To try out without the hardware, download HIQ Configurator from http://www.cybrotech.com, install and start HIQ Simulator. Registration is not required. When started for the first time, application will detect connected devices: - light (on/off) - dimmer (0..100%) - RGB dimmer (lightness, hue, saturation) - blinds (up/down, intermediate position) - scene (apply, inverse, memorize) - thermostat (set point, temperature, humidity, fan speed) - measured temperature (room, outdoor, hot water, wall) - measured electricity (energy and power consumption) - security alarm (4 zones) For each device, user can give a recognizable name and select icon. Various devices can be connected, such as bathroom fan, table fan, electric door lock, electric heater, humidifier, dehumidifier, heated insect repellent, TV set, projector or audio system. Along with the mixed colors, RGB dimmer offers a special white temperature mode, which simulate output from cold daylight to warm evening light. HIQ Commander allows both local and remote control over internet. Remote access is enabled automatically.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: HIQ Commander at 9.0 against ProtectID® Authenticator's 12.2. On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ProtectID® Authenticator ships an update every 12 months, HIQ Commander every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on June 29, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ProtectID® Authenticator | HIQ Commander |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 10 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.2 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zerify, Inc. | Cybrotech d.o.o. |
In-app purchases
ProtectID® Authenticator
No in-app purchases
HIQ Commander
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is ProtectID® Authenticator free?
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Do ProtectID® Authenticator or HIQ Commander have ads?
Which is updated more often, ProtectID® Authenticator or HIQ Commander?
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