Comparison

My Authenticator vs 2FA authenticator (2Lock)

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

Head to head
About

My Authenticator

Features
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My Authenticator app is a simple application for two-factor authentication which generates time-based one-time passwords which can be used to log into web sites or other applications which support two-factor authentication. Icons made by Vaadin from www.flaticon.com

About

2FA authenticator (2Lock)

Features
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2Lock is the sleek, secure, and beautifully crafted 2FA app you’ve been waiting for. Designed for speed and simplicity, with accessibility in mind, 2Lock helps you manage two-factor authentication (TOTP) codes effortlessly. With grouping, Apple Watch support, dark mode, widgets, and even Siri integration, it’s more than just a code generator—it’s your everyday security companion. Key Features: • One-tap access to your 2FA codes • Group accounts for easy organization • Full dark mode support • Apple Watch companion app • Home Screen widgets • Siri Shortcuts for private voice code retrieval • Encrypted local storage (your codes stay on your device) • No accounts or tracking—just clean, secure authentication Perfect for securing your online accounts, work logins, crypto wallets, or anything that uses TOTP. Try 2Lock and experience 2FA the way it should be. ----- Terms of Use: https://artemcodes.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-End-User-License-Agreement-20ffbf5fd14780ff9d16fb9c68a97fca

Screenshots

My Authenticator3 screens
2FA authenticator (2Lock)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: My Authenticator at none against 2FA authenticator (2Lock)'s 3. My Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.3). On price, update cadence, 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. 2FA authenticator (2Lock) sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. My Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My Authenticator ships an update every 6 months, 2FA authenticator (2Lock) every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
My Authenticator versus 2FA authenticator (2Lock): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy Authenticator2FA authenticator (2Lock)
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.3
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIgor NikolaevArtem Mykhelson

In-app purchases

None

My Authenticator

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

2FA authenticator (2Lock)

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Trial$1.997 Days
One-time2
  • 1 Year Unlimited$19.99
  • Forever Unlimited$39.99

Questions

Is My Authenticator free?
My Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 2FA authenticator (2Lock) free?
2FA authenticator (2Lock) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do My Authenticator or 2FA authenticator (2Lock) have ads?
Neither My Authenticator nor 2FA authenticator (2Lock) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My Authenticator or 2FA authenticator (2Lock)?
My Authenticator ships an update every 6 months, and 2FA authenticator (2Lock) every 5 months. Most recently, My Authenticator was updated on September 16, 2026 and 2FA authenticator (2Lock) on September 24, 2026.

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