Comparison

Rublon Authenticator vs Cadence

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

Head to head
About

Rublon Authenticator

This app provides two-factor authentication for secure remote access. It allows users to approve logins directly from their mobile device, even without an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Two-factor authentication
  • Secure remote access
  • Offline login approval
  • Mobile device integration
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Rublon Authenticator works with the Rublon two-factor authentication service, which secures remote access to applications and networks. The app enables you to approve logins with your mobile device even if it's offline.

About

Cadence

This app helps you find a better rhythm between focused work and restorative breaks. It offers various focus modes, including Pomodoro, and allows for custom intervals. Its minimalist design and gentle alerts promote concentration and balance.

Highlights
  • Multiple focus modes (Pomodoro, 52-17)
  • Customizable work/rest intervals
  • Minimalist, distraction-free interface
  • Gentle sound and haptic alerts
  • Deep work time tracking
  • Customizable themes
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Cadence helps you build a better rhythm between work and rest. Whether you’re diving into deep work, following the Pomodoro Technique, or experimenting with custom intervals, Cadence keeps your mind clear and your energy balanced. Multiple Focus Modes: Choose from Pomodoro (25-5), 52-17, or create your own custom intervals. Minimal, Zen Design: A distraction-free interface designed to keep you calm and centered. Gentle Alerts: Beautiful tones and subtle haptics help you transition between focus and rest without breaking flow. Deep Work Tracking: See how your focus time adds up and build lasting habits of concentration. Customizable Themes: Match your timer to your mood — from daylight clarity to midnight calm. Why Cadence? Because productivity isn’t about doing more — it’s about working in rhythm. With Cadence, every focus session becomes intentional, every break restorative. Work mindfully. Rest intentionally. Repeat with Cadence. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Rublon Authenticator2 screens
Cadence4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Cadence at 5.0 against Rublon Authenticator's 3.1. Rublon Authenticator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (8 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Cadence sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Rublon Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cadence holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rublon Authenticator has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Rublon Authenticator versus Cadence: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRublon AuthenticatorCadence
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (8 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.1
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRublon Sp. z o.o.Northbound House LLC

Customer experience

Rublon Authenticator

All ratings8 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Cadence

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Rublon Authenticator

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Cadence

Subscriptions2
  • Cadence Premium - Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Cadence Premium - Annual$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Cadence Premium - Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Rublon Authenticator free?
Rublon Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cadence free?
Cadence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Rublon Authenticator or Cadence?
Cadence is rated higher. Rublon Authenticator averages 3.1 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Cadence averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Rublon Authenticator or Cadence have ads?
Neither Rublon Authenticator nor Cadence shows ads.

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