OTP vs MFA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OTP
This app generates secure one-time passwords for two-factor authentication on your device. It supports various protocols, allows easy account setup via QR codes or manual entry, and offers robust security features like biometric locks and encrypted backups.
- TOTP & HOTP code generation
- QR code scanning for setup
- Biometric app lock (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Encrypted data export/import
- Account grouping and organization
- Dark Mode support
- iCloud sync and backup
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OTP-Auth is a beautifully designed two-factor authentication (2FA) app that generates one-time passwords on your iPhone. Supporting both TOTP and HOTP protocols, it adds an essential layer of security to all your online accounts. KEY FEATURES: - Generate TOTP & HOTP verification codes offline - Scan QR codes or add accounts manually - Tap to reveal code and copy to clipboard - Face ID & Touch ID biometric app lock - Dark Mode with system, light, and dark themes - iCloud sync and backup across devices - Export & import data with AES-256-GCM encryption - Import from Google Authenticator, 2FAS, and Aegis - 60+ branded service icons with auto-matching - Account grouping with drag-and-drop reorder - Search and sort by name, type, or custom order - Modern card-style UI with smooth animations SECURITY FIRST: Your authentication secrets never leave your device or your iCloud. Encrypted exports use AES-256-GCM. Biometric authentication keeps your codes private even if someone has your phone. IMPORT & EXPORT: Easily migrate from other authenticator apps. OTP-Auth supports encrypted JSON, plain text URI, 2FAS backup, Aegis vault, and Google Authenticator QR migration. Export your data securely with password-protected encryption. ORGANIZE YOUR WAY: Group accounts into custom folders, drag and drop to reorder, and use the built-in search to find any account instantly. Hide codes by default and reveal with a tap. PERMISSIONS: Camera access is required for scanning QR codes to add accounts. Learn more about OTP verification: https://www.wikiwand.com/en/One-time_password
MFA
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Die MFA App erstellt Einmal-Codes für die Zwei-Faktor-Authentifizierung — schlicht, schnell und einfach. Konten fügst du per QR-Code-Scan oder manuell hinzu. Alle gängigen Anbieter werden unterstützt — Google, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, GitHub uvm. ## Übersichtlich – Codes per Tipp direkt in die Zwischenablage kopieren – Restlaufzeit jedes Codes auf einen Blick – Konten in Kategorien gruppieren — die Reihenfolge der Kategorien bestimmst du selbst – Einträge per Drag-and-drop sortieren – Suche nach Anbieter, Konto oder Kategorie – Modernes Design mit Liquid Glass für iOS 26, natürlich auch im Dark Mode ## Sicher – Optionale App-Sperre per Face ID, Touch ID oder Geräte-Code – Selbst festlegen, nach welcher Zeit im Hintergrund erneut entsperrt werden muss – Geheimschlüssel werden beim Bearbeiten verborgen und erst auf Tipp sichtbar ## Deine Daten gehören Dir – Jeder Eintrag lässt sich als QR-Code anzeigen — zum direkten Übernehmen auf ein anderes Gerät oder in eine andere MFA-App – Export aller Konten im CSV-Format (inklusive otpauth-Adressen) als Backup oder für den Smartphone-Wechsel – Import einer zuvor exportierten CSV — für die Wiederherstellung oder den einfachen Umzug auf ein neues Gerät – Keine Cloud, kein Benutzerkonto: Deine Schlüssel bleiben auf deinem Gerät ## Technik – TOTP (zeitbasiert) und HOTP (zählerbasiert) – SHA1, SHA256 und SHA512 – 6 bis 8 Stellen, frei wählbare Periode
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MFA at none against OTP's 1. MFA also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 months). OTP's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. OTP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MFA asks for nothing beyond the download.
OTP ships an update every 6 months, MFA every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OTP | MFA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.6 (18 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 浩 王 | Florian Finder |
In-app purchases
OTP
- OTPAuth Premium$1.99
MFA
No in-app purchases









