Comparison

Passepartout, VPN Client vs LinOTP Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Passepartout, VPN Client

A versatile VPN client for Apple devices that supports WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols. Easily import server configurations and enjoy enhanced online privacy with features like DNS over HTTPS/TLS and custom routing. Supports Family Sharing for multi-device use.

Highlights
  • WireGuard and OpenVPN support
  • OpenVPN obfuscation
  • Shortcuts automation
  • On-demand connection rules
  • iCloud multi-device sharing
  • Secure DNS (DoH/DoT)
  • Custom routing
Features
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Protect your online privacy with Passepartout, a smart VPN client seamlessly integrated with iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and tvOS. HOW PASSEPARTOUT WORKS Passepartout includes basic import and connection features. Additional features require an in-app purchase. INCLUDED FEATURES: - Support for OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols. - OpenVPN obfuscation (using --scramble). - Shortcuts automation for streamlined operations. - Exclude endpoints for precise control. OpenVPN support focuses on common options; compression is not supported because it is not secure. REQUIRES AN IN-APP PURCHASE: - Support for Apple TV. - On-demand rules for smart, automated connections. - iCloud sharing for seamless multi-device use. - DoH/DoT for secure DNS queries. - Domain matching for split DNS. - Export and share profiles. - Custom routing for advanced configurations. - Interactive login with support for one-time passwords (OTP). - Non-VPN profiles (e.g. DNS/Proxy-only setups). FAMILY SHARING ENABLED All purchases support Family Sharing, so you can share them with your family members. PRIVACY YOU CAN TRUST Passepartout is built with transparency and privacy in mind: - See exactly which servers you’re connecting to. - No ads, trackers, or unnecessary background activities—just the VPN connection you need. OPEN SOURCE AND COMMUNITY-DRIVEN Passepartout is open source and constantly evolving with the help of its community. Check out the project on GitHub: https://github.com/partout-io ~ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://partout.io/passepartout/privacy/

About

LinOTP Authenticator

Features
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Use LinOTP Authenticator to secure your accounts with two-step authentication by generating verification codes to access your accounts. Two-step authentication provides an extra level of security for your accounts because every new verification code generated by LinOTP Authenticator is uniquely valid for a single sign in request only. LinOTP Authenticator is compatible with most of your accounts already as it supports standard TOTP and HOTP security algorithms. However, it works best with LinOTP, the enterprise-level 2FA solution. See https://linotp.de for more information. Features: * Generate verification codes offline * Edit your verification accounts * LinOTP Authenticator works with most providers and accounts * Biometric app lock * Simple QR code setup Permission notice: Camera: LinOTP Authenticator will ask you for the camera permission if you want to add accounts using the QR code scanner functionality.Use LinOTP Authenticator to secure your accounts with two-step authentication

Screenshots

Passepartout, VPN Client4 screens
LinOTP Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LinOTP Authenticator at none against Passepartout, VPN Client's 15. LinOTP Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). Passepartout, VPN Client's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 8 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Passepartout, VPN Client sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. LinOTP Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Passepartout, VPN Client ships an update weekly, LinOTP Authenticator every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Passepartout, VPN Client versus LinOTP Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassepartout, VPN ClientLinOTP Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews71.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlgoritmico LtdKeyIdentity GmbH

Bugs and requests

Passepartout, VPN Client

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Profiles not saving or loading correctly
  • Connectivity issues when transitioning between cellular and Wi-Fi
  • Unexpected behavior when using iCloud sync

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for more VPN protocols (e.g. WireGuard)
  • Ability to manually configure VPN settings (e.g. MTU, ciphers)
  • Improved Apple TV integration and support
  • Split-tunneling functionality

LinOTP Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Passepartout, VPN Client

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 1 Year14 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time13
  • Tiny donation$0.99
  • Small donation$1.99
  • Siri$3.99
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  • Medium donation$4.99
  • Trusted networks$5.99
  • Big donation$9.99
  • Huge donation$24.99
  • Core (iOS)$24.99
  • Core (macOS)$24.99
  • Apple TV$24.99
  • Core (iOS/macOS)$44.99
  • Maxi donation$49.99
  • Forever$79.99
None

LinOTP Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Passepartout, VPN Client free?
Passepartout, VPN Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LinOTP Authenticator free?
LinOTP Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Passepartout, VPN Client or LinOTP Authenticator have ads?
Neither Passepartout, VPN Client nor LinOTP Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Passepartout, VPN Client or LinOTP Authenticator?
Passepartout, VPN Client ships an update weekly, and LinOTP Authenticator every 8 months. Most recently, Passepartout, VPN Client was updated on October 21, 2026 and LinOTP Authenticator on October 12, 2026.

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