# auth. vs iLinux

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iLinux at 100% against auth.'s 58%. iLinux also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly) and price ($1.19 vs $3.99). auth.'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (5 vs 3). On ads, monetization model, chart position and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

auth. costs $3.99 and iLinux $1.19 up front. iLinux sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. auth. asks for nothing beyond the download.

auth. ships an update monthly, iLinux every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | auth. | iLinux |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **$1.19** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auth-2fa-smart-sync/id1553284993/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **6** | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#181** | #184 |
| Size | 38 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ChakMing Wong](https://appshunter.io/developer/1525986104) | [天从 何](https://appshunter.io/developer/914453386) |

## What reviewers say

### auth.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auth-2fa-smart-sync/id1553284993)

**Currently charting:** #181 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This app securely stores and manages your two-factor authentication codes in one place. It simplifies the process by allowing QR code scanning or link-based setup, ensuring your accounts remain protected.

**Highlights:** Unlimited account storage, QR code scanning, Link-based account addition, Offline running, Customizable timeout and auto-lock, Password and safe code storage

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none


### iLinux

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ilinux-linux-command-manual/id6766474402)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

A comprehensive offline reference for Linux, Windows CMD Batch, and PowerShell commands. It offers detailed syntax, examples, and cross-platform equivalents, along with a daily quiz to reinforce learning. Customize your experience with themes and widgets.

**Highlights:** Extensive command library (1650+ entries), Cross-platform command equivalents, Integrated daily quiz and progress tracking, Offline access, no ads or tracking, Customizable themes and widgets, URL Scheme and Shortcuts support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reward developers | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is auth. free?

auth. costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iLinux free?

iLinux costs $1.19, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Do auth. or iLinux have ads?

Neither auth. nor iLinux shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, auth. or iLinux?

auth. ships an update monthly, and iLinux every 5 days. Most recently, auth. was updated on October 1, 2026 and iLinux on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, auth. or iLinux?

auth. currently peaks at #181 in the App Store charts, and iLinux at #184. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*