Comtarsia Authenticator vs TOTP Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Comtarsia Authenticator
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2-factor push authentication app for use with the Comtarsia SignOn Solutions. Provides strong security for desktop logon, Active Directory, LDAP, web applications... Compatible protocols: HOTP (RFC 4226), TOTP (RFC 6238), COTP (extended TOTP with cloud based push notifications) Biometric support, Secure secret storage
TOTP Authenticator
This app generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for enhanced account security. It supports two-factor authentication (2FA) by providing 6-digit codes required by many websites and services for login. The app includes extensive tutorials to guide users through setting up 2FA with various platforms.
- Generates 6-digit TOTP codes
- Supports two-factor authentication (2FA)
- QR code scanning for setup
- Manual secret key entry
- Over 100 step-by-step setup tutorials
- Privacy focused
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TOTP Authenticator generates 6-digit TOTP codes. Websites (or example Arbeitsagentur, NextCloud etc.) request these codes. This security feature is called two factor authentication or 2FA. How to sign in using TOTP? 1. Go to the “Security” section 2. Enable TOTP login 3. Scan the QR code or copy the secret key into your Authenticator 4. Done — 2FA is now enabled. From now on, you’ll need to enter a TOTP code from the Authenticator app whenever you log in The app also includes over 100 step-by-step tutorials with screenshots showing how to set up TOTP for various websites. Privacy Policy: https://totp-authenticator.com/privacy-policy/appstore Terms of Use: https://totp-authenticator.com/terms-of-use/appstore
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Comtarsia Authenticator at none against TOTP Authenticator's 4. Comtarsia Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.0). TOTP Authenticator's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 63 months) and device support (5 vs 3). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. TOTP Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Comtarsia Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.
Comtarsia Authenticator ships an update every 63 months, TOTP Authenticator every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Comtarsia Authenticator | TOTP Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (174 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 174 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 63 months | Every 11 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Comtarsia IT Services GmbH | Sparrow Code LTD |
In-app purchases
Comtarsia Authenticator
No in-app purchases
TOTP Authenticator
- TOTP OTP Codes (1 week)7 Days trial$5.997 Days
- TOTP OTP Codes (1 month)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- TOTP OTP Codes (1 year)7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Unlimited TOTP OTP Codes$79.99
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