Comparison

Auth vs Two Factor Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Auth

This app generates time-based one-time passwords for multi-factor authentication. It supports iCloud sync for seamless access across devices and offers quick code copying. It also recognizes TOTP QR codes for easy setup.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time password generation
  • iCloud Sync for multi-device access
  • Tap to copy authentication codes
  • TOTP QR code recognition
  • iOS Dark Theme support
Features
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Auth is a 2-factor authentication app that generates time-based one time passwords (TOTP). Simply tap on the generated code to copy it to your clipboard. Using iCloud shared clipboard you can paste the code on any of your devices. By enabling iCloud Sync your accounts are shared between all of your devices, allowing you to generate your authentication code on any of your devices. In settings you can enable AutoFill to automatically fill your verification codes from the Auth App. Note that this may require editing your existing codes to set the autofill websites - popular providers are auto-recognised and configured as far as possible. Features include: - iCloud Support - AutoFill - Supports iOS Dark Theme - Works with all the most popular websites - TOTP QR code recognition from the camera app or from photos

About

Two Factor Authenticator

Manage your 2-Step Verification codes with a beautiful, minimal, and organized interface. This app offers a clean aesthetic, folder organization, and secure iCloud sync across Apple devices. Seamlessly import codes and generate them offline.

Highlights
  • Minimalist and elegant interface
  • Organize codes with folders
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
  • Seamless migration from Google Authenticator
  • Offline code generation
  • Secured with FaceID/TouchID
Features
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Protect your online accounts with a private, beautifully simple authenticator built for fast and secure two-factor authentication. Generate verification codes offline, organise every account, and keep your encrypted vault in sync across your Apple devices. SECURITY THAT STAYS YOURS Your authentication codes are stored in an encrypted vault protected by your private passphrase. Unlock quickly with Face ID or Touch ID, and use your recovery key if you ever need to restore access. Your data stays on your devices and in your personal iCloud account—with no advertising or cross-app tracking. FAST, RELIABLE VERIFICATION CODES Generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) without a network connection. Codes are always ready when you need to sign in, with a clean interface that keeps the current code easy to find and copy. ORGANISED AROUND YOUR LIFE Group accounts into folders for work, personal, social, or any setup that suits you. Add custom labels, edit account details, and keep even a large collection easy to navigate. MOVE IN WITHOUT THE HASSLE Add accounts by scanning a QR code, import QR codes from your photo library, or migrate existing accounts in seconds. SYNC ACROSS APPLE DEVICES Keep your encrypted vault securely updated across your Apple devices using iCloud. Automatic sync helps your accounts stay available without giving up control of your data. FEATURES • Encrypted vault with passphrase protection • Recovery key for safe account recovery • Face ID and Touch ID unlock • Offline TOTP verification codes • Secure iCloud sync • Folders and custom labels • QR code scanning and photo import • Light and Dark Mode • No advertising or cross-app tracking Authenticator combines strong privacy with a focused, elegant experience—so protecting every account feels effortless.

Screenshots

Auth3 screens
Two Factor Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Auth at 100% against Two Factor Authenticator's 50%. Auth also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4). Two Factor Authenticator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 38 months). On price, ads, device support 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. Auth sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Two Factor Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Auth holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Two Factor Authenticator has 31 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Auth's written reviews are positive against 50% of Two Factor Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Auth ships an update every 38 months, Two Factor Authenticator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and July 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Auth versus Two Factor Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthTwo Factor Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.4 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings431 — better
Update frequencyEvery 38 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOliver HaymanVinay Jain

Customer experience

Auth

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Two Factor Authenticator

All ratings31 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Auth

One-time5
  • Nice Tip$0.99
  • Kind Tip$2.99
  • Generous Tip$4.99
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  • Amazing Tip$9.99
  • Unbelievable Tip$19.99
None

Two Factor Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Auth free?
Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Two Factor Authenticator free?
Two Factor Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Auth or Two Factor Authenticator?
Auth is rated higher. Auth averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Two Factor Authenticator averages 4.4 from 31 ratings.
Do Auth or Two Factor Authenticator have ads?
Neither Auth nor Two Factor Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Auth or Two Factor Authenticator?
Auth ships an update every 38 months, and Two Factor Authenticator every 2 weeks. Most recently, Auth was updated on September 16, 2026 and Two Factor Authenticator on July 31, 2026.

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