Comparison

TimeKey vs Authenticator App

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

Authenticator App

Enhance your online security with this app, offering a secure and reliable method to protect your accounts. It generates unique codes for two-factor authentication, ensuring your personal information stays safe.

Highlights
  • Account protection with 2FA
  • Easy setup and management
  • Backup and sync accounts
  • Secure code generation
Features
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Our Authenticator app is the perfect solution for your online security needs. We designed it to provide you with a secure and reliable way to protect your online accounts. Using advanced security protocols, our app generates unique codes that only you can use to access your accounts, ensuring that your personal information remains safe and secure at all times. Our main feathers: 1.Protect your accounts with 2FA. 2.Easy to setup & manage your accounts. 3.Backup & Sync your accounts. About subscriptions - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. * Terms of Use: https://auth.skyrisenetworks.com/terms * Privacy Policy: https://auth.skyrisenetworks.com/privacy * Support: https://auth.skyrisenetworks.com/support

Screenshots

TimeKey3 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App at 4.7 against TimeKey's 3.7. Authenticator App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 and Authenticator App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 3.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TimeKey ships an update every 6 weeks, Authenticator App monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
TimeKey versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimeKeyAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings)4.7 (3.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—41.3% of reviews
Number of ratings33.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB46 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNaoki ChibaSkyRise Networks

Customer experience

TimeKey

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Authenticator App

All ratings3,401 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.9%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews75 reviews
Positive41.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative52.0%

Bugs and requests

TimeKey

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to scan QR codes
  • Accounts not showing up correctly
  • Repeated login failures

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to add/manage multiple accounts
  • Improved syncing across devices
  • More transparent subscription model

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TimeKey

Subscriptions2
  • Premium 1 month$1.491 Month
  • Premium 1 year$13.491 Year
4 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions3
  • Authenticator Weekly Premium3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Authenticator Monthly Premium3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Authenticator Yearly Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator Lifetime Premium$49.99

Questions

Is TimeKey free?
TimeKey is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TimeKey or Authenticator App?
Authenticator App is rated higher. TimeKey averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.7 from 3.4K ratings.
Do TimeKey or Authenticator App have ads?
TimeKey shows ads; Authenticator App does not.
Which is updated more often, TimeKey or Authenticator App?
TimeKey ships an update every 6 weeks, and Authenticator App monthly. Most recently, TimeKey was updated on September 15, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 12, 2026.

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