Comparison

TOTP 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

TOTP

This utility app generates time-based one-time passwords for secure authentication. It provides a simple and efficient way to manage your two-factor authentication codes.

Highlights
  • Time-based OTP generation
  • Secure authentication
  • Two-factor authentication management
  • Simple interface
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TOTP Application

About

Authenticator app

This app provides secure two-factor authentication for over 1000 popular online accounts. It offers quick access via widgets and Apple Watch, and ensures your data is safe with no internet exchange. Easily set up accounts by scanning QR codes or entering secret keys.

Highlights
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA)
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Supports 1000+ apps
  • Apple Watch support
  • Quick widget support
  • QR code scanning
  • Encrypted backup
Features
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Authenticator app is a highly recommended free 2FA app used for securing your accounts on different platforms such as Instagram, Google, Facebook, Github, Twitter and many more. We support 1000+ apps for authentication! Take a look at the unique features of the app: - Apple Watch Support Now access your 2-factor & multi-factor authentication codes from your Apple watch for faster accessibility. - Quick Widget Support Add widgets to your screen for faster, easier 2FA & Multi-Factor Authentication. - Super Safe & Secure: Your passwords are safe and sound as the app has no data exchange with the internet, so no one can get to know it except you. - Scan QR Code: Just one tap QR scan for easy access and hassle-free registration. - Enter Code Manually: Enter a secret key to the app for secure authentication. - Supports All Popular Accounts: Authenticator app supports the most popular services including Facebook, Coinbase, Amazon, Google, Instagram, Roblox and thousands of other providers. - No Password Stored: The application generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP), stored on the user's phone without internet access. This solution dramatically increases login security. - Encrypted Backup: In Authenticator, you can always make a secure encrypted backup, in case you lose your device or switch to a new one. For a safe and secure experience try the application NOW! Privacy Policy: https://maximaapps.com/authenticator/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://maximaapps.com/authenticator/terms_of_use/ For any questions or requests, please use our customer support: feedback@maximaapps.com

Screenshots

TOTP2 screens
Authenticator app4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator app at 4.6 against TOTP's 1.0. Authenticator app also leads on ratings volume (5.7K vs 1). TOTP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Authenticator app sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. TOTP asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator app holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator app has 5.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TOTP versus Authenticator app: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTOTPAuthenticator app
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.6 (5.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—67.8% of reviews
Number of ratings15.7K — better
Update frequency—Monthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB279 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVinod MathewMaxima Apps

Customer experience

TOTP

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

Authenticator app

All ratings5,742 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews395 reviews
Positive67.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative27.8%

Bugs and requests

TOTP

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator app

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Codes not working or generating errors
  • App crashing or freezing during use
  • Accounts being deleted or inaccessible
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices or platforms

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved user interface and instructions
  • Better compatibility with other apps and services
  • Option to export/backup authentication codes
  • Ability to easily manage and remove accounts

In-app purchases

None

TOTP

No in-app purchases

11 purchases

Authenticator app

Subscriptions8
  • Authenticator Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Authenticator App Premium Weekly7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Authenticator App Weekly Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Authenticator Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Authenticator App Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
  • Premium Access 3 Month Trial3 Months trial$69.991 Year
One-time3
  • Authenticator Premium Lifetime$49.99
  • Authenticator Premium Lifetime$69.99
  • Authenticator App Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is TOTP free?
TOTP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator app free?
Authenticator app is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TOTP or Authenticator app?
Authenticator app is rated higher. TOTP averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Authenticator app averages 4.6 from 5.7K ratings.
Do TOTP or Authenticator app have ads?
Neither TOTP nor Authenticator app shows ads.

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