Comparison

OTP vs LightWAN Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

LightWAN Authenticator

This app provides a secure and user-friendly method for multifactor authentication (MFA). It generates dynamic, time-based codes for logging into online accounts, adding an extra layer of security beyond passwords. Once configured, it works offline to generate tokens.

Highlights
  • Multifactor authentication (MFA)
  • Generates One-Time Password (OTP) codes
  • Add accounts via QR code scanning
  • Supports multiple accounts
  • Offline token generation
  • Time-based dynamic token generation
Read full description

LightWAN Authenticator (“Authenticator”) is a software-based authenticator by LightWAN Technology that supports multifactor authentication (MFA), by which the Authenticator offers a user-friendly and secure way to log into your online accounts.   The Authenticator generates multifactor authentication codes in your browser and application. Use it to add an extra layer of security to your LightWAN account, or any other accounts supporting One-Time Password (OTP). Once the MFA is enabled, you are suggested to enter your account password, as well as the dynamic token generated from the Authenticator, when you are logging into your account. After configuring, there’s no need for Internet connection to get the dynamic token.   Features: - Add accounts by scanning QR codes - Authenticate multiple accounts - Generate time-based dynamic token synchronously

Screenshots

OTP4 screens
LightWAN Authenticator1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: OTP at 3.6 against LightWAN Authenticator's 1.0. OTP also leads on ratings volume (18 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). LightWAN Authenticator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 months). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. OTP sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LightWAN Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OTP holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OTP has 18 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OTP ships an update every 6 months, LightWAN Authenticator every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
OTP versus LightWAN Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOTPLightWAN Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (18 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better10.0
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer浩 王Beijing Qingwang Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

OTP

All ratings18 ratings
Positive61.1%
Neutral5.6%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

LightWAN Authenticator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

OTP

One-time1
  • OTPAuth Premium$1.99
None

LightWAN Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OTP free?
OTP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LightWAN Authenticator free?
LightWAN Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, OTP or LightWAN Authenticator?
OTP is rated higher. OTP averages 3.6 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while LightWAN Authenticator averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do OTP or LightWAN Authenticator have ads?
Neither OTP nor LightWAN Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OTP or LightWAN Authenticator?
OTP ships an update every 6 months, and LightWAN Authenticator every 3 days. Most recently, OTP was updated on September 29, 2026 and LightWAN Authenticator on October 3, 2026.

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