Comparison

KyPass vs Proton Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

KyPass

Securely manage all your sensitive information, including usernames and passwords, in a single encrypted database. This app offers robust synchronization across multiple cloud services and devices, along with advanced features for password generation and entry management.

Highlights
  • KeePass database compatibility
  • Multi-cloud synchronization
  • Advanced password generator
  • Entry history management
  • Attachment support
  • Touch ID/PIN protection
Features
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KyPass is designed for users who demand the highest level of security for their personal data. It is fully compatible with the open-source KeePass Password Safe database format, allowing you to manage your credentials securely and efficiently across all your devices. Secure Sync and Backup Your encrypted database can be stored and synchronized using: • iCloud Drive • Dropbox • Google Drive • OneDrive (personal and business) • SFTP • Any WebDAV-compatible cloud service Powerful and Complete KyPass stores all your sensitive information — usernames, passwords, URLs, notes, and more — in a single, encrypted database. Entries are organized into groups, and the built-in search lets you find what you need instantly. Exclusive Features • Tree view navigation (ideal on iPad) • Full field reference support • Complete history management (view and maintain previous versions) • Recycle Bin support • Folder selection for Dropbox and WebDAV • Attachment support (read and write) And Also • Multi-cloud synchronization across all your devices • Safari and third-party browser integration • Advanced password generator with smart character rules • KDBX4 support • External keyboard compatibility • Local WebDAV browser for direct imports • Download database directly from a URL • Touch ID or PIN protection (securely stores the master key in iOS Keychain) • One-Time Password (OTP) support • Barcode sharing for entries • Detailed entry information including creation, modification, and expiry dates KyPass is powerful enough to replace your desktop password manager, yet simple enough to use anywhere. Discover the most complete and secure KeePass-compatible app for iPhone and iPad.

About

Proton Authenticator

Securely manage your two-factor authentication codes with an open-source, end-to-end encrypted authenticator app. It offers seamless cross-device syncing, effortless import from other apps, and robust backup options, all protected by strict Swiss privacy laws. Take control of your digital security with a trusted and private solution.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted iCloud sync
  • Effortless import from other authenticators
  • Secure backup and export
  • Swiss privacy by design
  • Open source and transparent
  • Offline support
Features
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Get the authenticator trusted by millions — from Proton Mail, the world's largest encrypted email provider. Proton Authenticator is open source, end-to-end encrypted, and protected by strict Swiss privacy laws. Protect all your new accounts and strengthen security on your existing ones. Proton Authenticator keeps your 2FA codes secure, accessible, and completely private — with full control over where your data is stored. KEY FEATURES Local-First Storage:Your 2FA codes are stored entirely on your device, giving you complete control over your data. Effortless Import: Migrate from Google Authenticator, Authy, or any other app in seconds. Secure Backup & Export: Retain full control of your data with easy backup and restore options. Swiss Privacy by Design: Built under Switzerland's strongest data protection regulations. Open Source & Transparent: Auditable code. No tracking. No ads. Take control of your digital security with encryption you can trust. Free to use: No Proton account required, ad-free. Offline support: On mobile and desktop apps No other 2FA app provides this combination of security and privacy. Trusted by millions. Built by Proton. Take control of your digital security today. Terms of service: https://proton.me/legal/terms Learn more: https://proton.me

Screenshots

KyPass4 screens
Proton Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Proton Authenticator at Free against KyPass's $7.99. Proton Authenticator also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and rating (4.4 vs 4.1). KyPass's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On review sentiment, ratings volume, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Proton Authenticator is free to download; KyPass costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Proton Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 386 and 242 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of KyPass's written reviews are positive against 56% of Proton Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KyPass ships an update every 6 weeks, Proton Authenticator weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
KyPass versus Proton Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKyPassProton Authenticator
Price$7.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (386 ratings)4.4 (242 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews55.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings386 — better242
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB119 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperMiguel VanhoveProton AG

Customer experience

KyPass

All ratings386 ratings
Positive77.5%
Neutral5.4%
Negative17.1%
Written reviews234 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral12.8%
Negative37.2%

Proton Authenticator

All ratings242 ratings
Positive82.2%
Neutral7.4%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews242 reviews
Positive55.8%
Neutral20.7%
Negative23.6%

User reviews

KyPass

From 386 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Long time user
  • 👍 Pretty good
  • 🔒 Great app
  • 👍 Perfect app
  • 🚀 Brilliant App

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Update is broken
  • 🐛 OneDrive integration crashes app
  • 🐛 cannot be pasted. The interface is not beautiful and there is a display error problem.
  • 🐛 TOTP doesn't work
  • 🐛 Face ID no longer working

Proton Authenticator

From 242 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Cross-platform support
  • 🔒 Secure cloud sync
  • 👍 Easy import from other authenticators
  • 🚀 Convenient 'next' feature for codes

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy UI (scrolling jitters, random sorting)
  • 👎 Lack of customization options (pin favorites, change icons)
  • 🐛 Sync/login issues on iPad

Bugs and requests

KyPass

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • Version 6.1 will not sync with iCloud.
  • Local file no response while touch, but iCloud file works while touching. Moved local file to iCloud file, it didn't sync. Lost most of important passwords.
  • New entries won't sync. I've added entries in the app and they don't show up in my kdbx files.
  • Never allows me to link to OneDrive
  • Unable to sync using SFTP. One drive works fine.
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  • Won't synch, can't export to any of my cloud services (Google drive, Dropbox, ICloud), can't even save a copy to my iPad.
  • iCloud sync stopped working
  • Versione a pagamento inutilizzabile!!!
  • Forced to upgrade
  • Whenever hit the keyboard password shortcut and clear the autofilled URL in the search box, the keyboard never is shown so I can't search.
  • Only Dropbox cloud sync works when on BPN
  • WebDAV геНельзя добавить сервер
  • Не активно окно с добавлением сервера. Покупал ради WebDAV. Выкинутые 530р
  • Crashes upon launch & key file disappeared!
  • try create webdav storage ... crashes straight away.
  • Allows access without master password
  • Constant crashes, forced to pay to upgrade every version

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more languages!
  • Please, Did you fix CVE-2023-32784?
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

Proton Authenticator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Sync/login loop on iPad
  • 2FA input broken on non-iPhone devices
  • Screen strobing on iPad
  • Duplicate entries after import

Requested features

5 requests
  • PIN unlock for desktop
  • Alphabetical sorting option
  • Export function (not just Proton-specific backup)
  • Native macOS app
  • Option to hide item icons

In-app purchases

None

KyPass

No in-app purchases

None

Proton Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KyPass free?
KyPass costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Proton Authenticator free?
Proton Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KyPass or Proton Authenticator?
Proton Authenticator is rated higher. KyPass averages 4.1 out of 5 from 386 ratings, while Proton Authenticator averages 4.4 from 242 ratings.
Do KyPass or Proton Authenticator have ads?
Neither KyPass nor Proton Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KyPass or Proton Authenticator?
KyPass ships an update every 6 weeks, and Proton Authenticator weekly. Most recently, KyPass was updated on September 30, 2026 and Proton Authenticator on October 2, 2026.

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