# TOTP vs Authenticator TOTP

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator TOTP at 5.0 against TOTP's 1.0. TOTP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 17.6). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator TOTP sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per 7 days. TOTP asks for nothing beyond the download.

Authenticator TOTP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TOTP | Authenticator TOTP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/totp/id1524816169/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-totp/id6757983630/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 45 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vinod Mathew](https://appshunter.io/developer/1524816171) | [Boris Spiro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853293003) |

## What reviewers say

### TOTP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/totp/id1524816169)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Authenticator TOTP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-totp/id6757983630)

Secure your online accounts with this two-factor authentication app. Generate time-based one-time passwords offline by scanning QR codes. Offers widgets, Apple Watch support, and biometric lock for enhanced security.

**Highlights:** Generate 2FA codes offline, Scan QR codes to add accounts, Lock Screen Widgets, Apple Watch app, Password AutoFill integration, Biometric Lock (Face ID/Touch ID), iCloud Sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TOTP free?

TOTP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Authenticator TOTP free?

Authenticator TOTP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TOTP or Authenticator TOTP?

Authenticator TOTP is rated higher. TOTP averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Authenticator TOTP averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TOTP or Authenticator TOTP have ads?

Neither TOTP nor Authenticator TOTP shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*