Comparison

Yubico Authenticator vs DayDocket

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

Head to head
About

Yubico Authenticator

Secure your online accounts with hardware-backed two-factor authentication. Store unique credentials on a physical security key, eliminating the need to store sensitive data on your mobile device. Generate verification codes without an internet connection for enhanced account protection.

Highlights
  • Hardware-backed security key storage
  • Touch or NFC authentication
  • USB-C support
  • Biometric unlock (FaceID/TouchID)
  • QR code setup
  • User presence verification
  • Smart Card support
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Store your unique credentials on a hardware-backed security key and take it wherever you go from mobile to desktop. No more storing sensitive secrets on your mobile phone, leaving your account vulnerable to takeovers. With the Yubico Authenticator you can raise the bar for security. * The Yubico Authenticator will work with any USB, Lightning, or NFC-enabled YubiKeys. * As iPads do not have NFC, they will only work through a Lightning or USB connection. The Yubico Authenticator generates a code used to verify your identity as you are logging into various services. No connectivity needed! Features include: Touch or NFC Authentication - Touch the YubiKey sensor or simply tap a YubiKey with NFC to a mobile phone that is NFC-enabled to store your credential on the YubiKey USB-C support - Connect the YubiKey 5Ci or any USB-C type YubiKey. When prompted, depending on the key, touch the contacts on the sides of the key or the golden ring on the top Biometric support - Experience greater convenience by unlocking your YubiKey with FaceID or TouchID Easy Setup - QR codes available from the services you wish to protect with strong authentication User Presence - New codes generated with just a touch or NFC tap of the YubiKey Compatible - Secure all the services currently compatible with other Authenticator apps Secure - Hardware-backed strong two-factor authentication with secret stored on the YubiKey, not on the mobile device Versatile - Support for multiple work and personal accounts Portable - Get the same set of codes across our other Yubico Authenticator apps for desktops as well as for all leading mobile platforms Flexible - Support for time-based and counter-based code generation Smart Card - Support for Apple's CryptoTokenKit Extension making it possible to use certificates stored on your YubiKey to authenticate with other apps and sites Experience security the modern way with the Yubico Authenticator. Visit yubico.com to learn more.

About

DayDocket

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DayDocket is the ultimate assignment management app built for newsroom professionals. Whether you're a news coordinator, assignment editor, or production manager, NewsDesk helps you stay on top of every story, crew, and deadline. POWERFUL CALENDAR VIEW See all your assignments at a glance with a clean, intuitive monthly calendar. Tap any day to view, add, or edit assignments. Color-coded entries make it easy to distinguish between networks, job types, and crew members. COMPLETE ASSIGNMENT TRACKING Create detailed assignments with all the information you need: journalist, editor, cameraman, network, edition, job type, requester, and more. Add notes and labels to keep everything organized. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE Set up your own networks, editions, editors, journalists, job types, and requesters. NewsDesk adapts to your newsroom workflow, not the other way around. DAILY & HISTORY VIEWS Quickly review what's scheduled for any given day. Browse your full assignment history with powerful filtering and search capabilities. EXPORT & BACKUP Export your assignments and share them with your team. Create local backups to keep your data safe and restore them anytime. BUILT FOR PRIVACY NewsDesk stores all your data locally on your device. No accounts, no cloud sync, no third-party data collection. Your newsroom data stays yours — always. ONBOARDING PROFILES Get started quickly with pre-configured profiles tailored for different newsroom setups. Choose a profile during onboarding or customize everything from scratch. KEY FEATURES: • Monthly calendar with assignment overview • Detailed assignment creation and editing • Manage networks, editions, editors, journalists, job types, requesters, and labels • Daily assignment view • Assignment history with search • Data export functionality • Local backup and restore • Pre-built newsroom profiles • Beautiful, intuitive interface • 100% offline — no internet required • Complete privacy — no data ever leaves your device DayDocket is designed by journalists, for journalists. Download now and bring order to your newsroom.

Screenshots

Yubico Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Yubico Authenticator at 2 against DayDocket's —. On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Yubico Authenticator versus DayDocket: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYubico AuthenticatorDayDocket
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (268 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews43.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings268 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — better—
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYubicoRocco Contini

Bugs and requests

Yubico Authenticator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • NFC not working reliably
  • Accounts disappearing after updates
  • Calculation of codes not working
  • Keyboard issues when using keys

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow editing and rearranging of entries
  • Add support for multiple keys per account
  • Improve iPad/tablet support
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve QR code scanning

DayDocket

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Yubico Authenticator

No in-app purchases

None

DayDocket

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Yubico Authenticator free?
Yubico Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DayDocket free?
DayDocket is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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