Comparison

TimeKey vs BwaKey Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

TimeKey

This app generates secure Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) for two-factor authentication, protecting your online accounts. It offers local data storage, biometric security, and an intuitive interface for easy account management and quick code access. No internet connection is needed for code generation.

Highlights
  • Generate secure TOTP codes
  • Import accounts via QR code or manual entry
  • Organize accounts with categories and favorites
  • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Passcode protection
  • Dark mode support
  • Export QR codes for backup
Features
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TimeKey is a secure and easy-to-use TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) authenticator app that helps protect your online accounts with two-factor authentication. KEY FEATURES: • Generate secure TOTP codes for two-factor authentication • Import accounts by scanning QR codes or entering details manually • Organize accounts with custom categories and favorites • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID) for added security • Passcode protection for app access • Dark mode support • Export QR codes for backup purposes • No internet connection required for code generation SECURITY FIRST: • All data is stored locally on your device • Biometric authentication support • Passcode protection • No cloud sync to prevent data breaches EASY TO USE: • Clean and intuitive interface • Quick search functionality • One-tap code copying • Custom categories for organization • Favorite accounts for quick access COMPATIBILITY: • Works with all services that support TOTP/RFC 6238 • Compatible with Google Authenticator, Authy, and other authenticator apps • Supports various hash algorithms (SHA1, SHA256, SHA512) • Customizable code length and time periods TimeKey is perfect for securing your accounts on services like Google, Facebook, Twitter, GitHub, Dropbox, and many more. Keep your digital life secure with TimeKey!

About

BwaKey Authenticator

Features
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BwaKey works with the BwaKey Authenticator multi-factor authentication service to make end-to-end logins secure and easy to use. The app generates passwords to log in and receive push notifications from your mobile devices for quick, one-tap authentication.

Screenshots

TimeKey3 screens
BwaKey Authenticator2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BwaKey Authenticator at none against TimeKey's 2. BwaKey Authenticator also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. TimeKey sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. BwaKey Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
TimeKey versus BwaKey Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimeKeyBwaKey Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNaoki ChibaBWA FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TimeKey

Subscriptions2
  • Premium 1 month$1.491 Month
  • Premium 1 year$13.491 Year
None

BwaKey Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TimeKey free?
TimeKey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BwaKey Authenticator free?
BwaKey Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do TimeKey or BwaKey Authenticator have ads?
TimeKey shows ads; BwaKey Authenticator does not.
Which is updated more often, TimeKey or BwaKey Authenticator?
TimeKey ships an update every 6 weeks, and BwaKey Authenticator every 6 weeks. Most recently, TimeKey was updated on September 15, 2026 and BwaKey Authenticator on September 25, 2026.

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