Comparison

Kainy vs Glass Authenticator 2FA

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

Head to head
About

Kainy

This app offers a minimalist web browsing experience, eliminating traditional address and search bars. It provides unique ways to open URLs, including QR code scanning, clipboard reading, and app schemes.

Highlights
  • Address and search bar-free interface
  • QR code URL scanning
  • Clipboard URL reading
  • App scheme URL opening
  • Minimalist design
Features
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The ultimate small web browser - probably the first in the universe without address and search bars - opens the URL in these way: 1、Click on the icon in the upper right corner to scan the URL QR code 2、Read the URL in the clipboard 3、Via app scheme 订阅价格和条款: 此应用提供每年12元的自动续订每年订阅,以提供解锁全部内容和其他高级功能。 订阅成功后将会自动续订,并从iTunes账户中进行扣费;如想取消自动续订功能,请在当前订阅期结束的至少24小时之前,于iTunes设置中手动取消该功能。购买订阅之后,所有未到期的试用天数将被强制取消。用户可以在订阅成功后,在本人苹果商店用户账号中管理续订等功能。 您对此应用程序的使用受 https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ 上提供的服务条款的约束。 收集和使用您的数据受 https://kainy.cn/app/privacy.html 上的隐私政策约束。

About

Glass Authenticator 2FA

This app offers elegant two-factor authentication with a modern glassmorphic design. It supports industry-standard TOTP/HOTP algorithms, iCloud sync, and biometric security for enhanced protection of your online accounts.

Highlights
  • Glassmorphic UI design
  • TOTP and HOTP algorithm support
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Apple Watch app
  • Biometric vault (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Automatic brand icon recognition
  • Privacy-first local storage
Features
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Glass Authenticator 2FA redefines your two-factor authentication experience. We believe securing your online accounts should not be boring—it should be a delightful visual and tactile experience. [WHY CHOOSE GLASS AUTHENTICATOR] 100% Private and Locally Encrypted All your secret keys are secured using iOS hardware-level Keychain encryption and synced exclusively via your private iCloud storage. Zero third-party servers, zero tracking, zero data collection, and zero ads. Glassmorphic Design and Aesthetics Crafted with cutting-edge Glassmorphism design principles. Translucent fluid interfaces, smooth countdown animations, and subtle haptic feedback tailored for a premium iOS feel. Seamless Migration Fully compatible with standard TOTP protocols (Google Authenticator, Authy, Microsoft Authenticator, 1Password). Effortlessly scan QR codes or import and export bulk backups. Ecosystem Sync and Widgets Built natively for Apple devices. Access your 2FA security codes directly from iOS Home Screen Widgets, Lock Screen Widgets, or your Apple Watch without unlocking your iPhone. One-Time Purchase, Lifetime Access Say goodbye to endless monthly subscriptions. Try basic features for free, and unlock Lifetime Pro with a single one-time purchase.

Screenshots

Kainy4 screens
Glass Authenticator 2FA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Glass Authenticator 2FA at every 4 days against Kainy's every 3 weeks. Glass Authenticator 2FA also leads on monetization model (paid vs subscription). Kainy's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Kainy sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per year and Glass Authenticator 2FA sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kainy ships an update every 3 weeks, Glass Authenticator 2FA every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on June 3, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Kainy versus Glass Authenticator 2FA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKainyGlass Authenticator 2FA
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionPaid — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB14 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperQucai Laicai (Shenzhen) Network Co., Ltd.丽 谭

Customer experience

Kainy

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Glass Authenticator 2FA

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Kainy

Subscriptions1
  • 包年会员$1.991 Year
1 purchases

Glass Authenticator 2FA

One-time1
  • Glass Auth Pro Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is Kainy free?
Kainy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Glass Authenticator 2FA free?
Glass Authenticator 2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kainy or Glass Authenticator 2FA have ads?
Neither Kainy nor Glass Authenticator 2FA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kainy or Glass Authenticator 2FA?
Kainy ships an update every 3 weeks, and Glass Authenticator 2FA every 4 days. Most recently, Kainy was updated on June 3, 2026 and Glass Authenticator 2FA on September 25, 2026.

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