Comparison

Step Two vs TimeKey

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

Head to head
About

Step Two

This app provides a simple and intuitive way to manage your two-step verification codes. It offers a modern design and a Safari extension for quick and secure logins to your online accounts. Codes are automatically backed up and synced across devices via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Intuitive two-step verification management
  • Modern and user-friendly design
  • Safari extension for fast logins
  • iCloud backup and sync
  • Supports TOTP for any online account
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Step Two is a beautiful, modern two-step verification app. Its friendly and intuitive design makes two-step verification easy to use. It comes with a Safari extension so you can sign in to your accounts fast while keeping them more secure. And with iCloud, your two-step codes are automatically backed up and available on all your devices. Step Two works with any online account that uses time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for two-step verification, such as Google, Twitter, Amazon, and many more.

About

TimeKey

This app generates secure Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) for two-factor authentication, protecting your online accounts. It offers local data storage, biometric security, and an intuitive interface for easy account management and quick code access. No internet connection is needed for code generation.

Highlights
  • Generate secure TOTP codes
  • Import accounts via QR code or manual entry
  • Organize accounts with categories and favorites
  • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Passcode protection
  • Dark mode support
  • Export QR codes for backup
Features
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TimeKey is a secure and easy-to-use TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) authenticator app that helps protect your online accounts with two-factor authentication. KEY FEATURES: • Generate secure TOTP codes for two-factor authentication • Import accounts by scanning QR codes or entering details manually • Organize accounts with custom categories and favorites • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) for added security • Passcode protection for app access • Dark mode support • Export QR codes for backup purposes • No internet connection required for code generation SECURITY FIRST: • All data is stored locally on your device • Biometric authentication support • Passcode protection • No cloud sync to prevent data breaches EASY TO USE: • Clean and intuitive interface • Quick search functionality • One-tap code copying • Custom categories for organization • Favorite accounts for quick access COMPATIBILITY: • Works with all services that support TOTP/RFC 6238 • Compatible with Google Authenticator, Authy, and other authenticator apps • Supports various hash algorithms (SHA1, SHA256, SHA512) • Customizable code length and time periods TimeKey is perfect for securing your accounts on services like Google, Facebook, Twitter, GitHub, Dropbox, and many more. Keep your digital life secure with TimeKey!

Screenshots

Step Two4 screens
TimeKey3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Step Two at 4.5 against TimeKey's 3.7. Step Two also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (185 vs 3). TimeKey's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Step Two sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TimeKey sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Step Two holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Step Two has 185 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Step Two ships an update every 2 months, TimeKey every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 17, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Step Two versus TimeKey: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStep TwoTimeKey
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (185 ratings) — better3.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews86.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings185 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNeil SardesaiNaoki Chiba

Customer experience

Step Two

All ratings185 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews181 reviews
Positive86.2%
Neutral5.0%
Negative8.8%

TimeKey

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Step Two

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Accounts disappearing from the app
  • Incompatibility with older Apple Watch models

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add passcode/Face ID/Touch ID security
  • Implement account folders/categories
  • Add widgets for iOS/macOS
  • Allow editing of account labels
  • Provide export/backup functionality
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  • Add support for more 2FA types (e.g., Steam Guard, Battle.net)

TimeKey

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Step Two

One-time1
  • Unlimited$9.99
2 purchases

TimeKey

Subscriptions2
  • Premium 1 month$1.491 Month
  • Premium 1 year$13.491 Year

Questions

Is Step Two free?
Step Two is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeKey free?
TimeKey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Step Two or TimeKey?
Step Two is rated higher. Step Two averages 4.5 out of 5 from 185 ratings, while TimeKey averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Step Two or TimeKey have ads?
TimeKey shows ads; Step Two does not.
Which is updated more often, Step Two or TimeKey?
Step Two ships an update every 2 months, and TimeKey every 6 weeks. Most recently, Step Two was updated on July 17, 2026 and TimeKey on September 15, 2026.

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