Comparison

30 Seconds vs AuthGuard

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

Head to head
About

30 Seconds

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30 Seconds is the nicest app for your two-factor authentication codes. It has rich customization options that make each account instantly recognizable. Completely offline. Never 'phones home', no analytics. Compatible with all popular websites.

About

AuthGuard

This app provides secure two-factor authentication (2FA) by generating time-based verification codes offline. It offers features like encrypted backups, iCloud sync, and Apple Watch integration for convenient account access and management.

Highlights
  • Secure two-factor authentication
  • Offline OTP/TOTP code generation
  • Encrypted backup and restore
  • iCloud sync between Apple devices
  • Apple Watch support
  • Home Screen widgets
  • Face ID/Touch ID protection
Features
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AuthGuard is a privacy-focused two-factor authentication (2FA) app designed to make account verification simple, secure, and manageable across devices. Secure Two-Factor Authentication Supports widely used two-factor authentication standards used by many online services. You can: • Add accounts by scanning QR codes • Enter account information manually • Generate OTP / TOTP verification codes offline All verification codes are generated locally on your device and do not require an internet connection. Widgets and Apple Watch Built for the Apple ecosystem to make verification faster and more convenient. • Home Screen widgets for quick access to your codes • Apple Watch support for viewing verification codes on your wrist • Quickly check time-sensitive codes without opening the app Privacy Protection Includes multiple local protections to help keep authentication data private. • Face ID / Touch ID authentication • Optional PIN lock • Privacy Blur to hide sensitive information in the app switcher preview These protections help reduce the risk of unauthorized access when your device is unlocked or shared. Backup and Restore Provides a structured process for managing authenticator backups. • Export encrypted backup files • Review backup details such as file name, export time, and account count before sharing • Restore accounts using a guided import process This workflow helps reduce mistakes when transferring authenticator data between devices. Device Migration Switching devices should not mean losing access to your accounts. Supports: • Encrypted backup export for manual migration • Optional iCloud sync between Apple devices • Clear backup information during restoration Uses industry-standard TOTP authentication and is compatible with services that support two-factor authentication. Whether you manage personal accounts or multiple services, it provides a simple and transparent way to manage verification codes. Optional in-app purchases are available to unlock premium features. Users can choose a subscription plan or a one-time purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically by default and can be canceled anytime in Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://www.songqing202501.link/pp/6760102423/ Terms of Use: https://www.songqing202501.link/tou/6760102423/

Screenshots

30 Seconds4 screens
AuthGuard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: AuthGuard at every 10 days against 30 Seconds's every 10 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. 30 Seconds sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AuthGuard sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

30 Seconds ships an update every 10 months, AuthGuard every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
30 Seconds versus AuthGuard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter30 SecondsAuthGuard
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNikita Starshinov宇杰 辛

In-app purchases

1 purchases

30 Seconds

One-time1
  • Full Version Unlock$4.99
3 purchases

AuthGuard

Subscriptions2
  • VIP Membership$9.997 Days
  • VIP Membership$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • VIP Membership$59.99

Questions

Is 30 Seconds free?
30 Seconds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AuthGuard free?
AuthGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 30 Seconds or AuthGuard have ads?
Neither 30 Seconds nor AuthGuard shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 30 Seconds or AuthGuard?
30 Seconds ships an update every 10 months, and AuthGuard every 10 days. Most recently, 30 Seconds was updated on October 4, 2026 and AuthGuard on September 25, 2026.

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