Twilio Authy vs Google Smart Lock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Twilio Authy
This app provides a secure and convenient way to manage two-factor authentication tokens for your online accounts. It offers features like cloud backups, multi-device synchronization, and offline token generation to enhance account security and prevent lockouts.
- Secure 2-step verification token generation
- Encrypted cloud backups
- Multi-device synchronization
- Offline token generation
- Supports thousands of providers
- 8-digit token support
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Your use of the Authy App is subject to these Authy App Terms (https://www.twilio.com/en-us/legal/authy-app-terms) Authy brings the future of two-factor authentication to the convenience of your iPhone or iPad. The Authy app generates secure 2 step verification tokens on your device. It helps you protect your account from hackers and hijackers by adding an additional layer of security. Why Authy is the best multi factor authentication app: - Secure Cloud Backups: Did you lose your device and get locked out of all of your accounts? Authy provides secure cloud encrypted backups so you will never lose access to your tokens again. We use the same algorithm that banks and the NSA use to protect their information. - Multi Device Synchronization: Are you re-scanning all your QR codes just to add them to your tablet and smartphone? With Authy you can simply add devices to your account and all of your 2fa tokens will automatically synchronize. - Offline: Still waiting for an SMS to arrive? Do you travel constantly and lose access to your accounts? Authy generates secure tokens offline from the safety of your device, this way you can authenticate securely even when in airplane mode. - All of your accounts: We support most major multi-factor authentication accounts including Facebook, Dropbox, Amazon, Gmail, and thousands of other providers. We also support 8 digit tokens. - Protect your bitcoins: Authy is the preferred two factor authentication solution to protect your bitcoin wallet. We are the default 2fa provider for trusted companies like Coinbase, CEX.IO, BitGo and many others. Official website: https://www.authy.com
Google Smart Lock
Securely log in to websites and apps using your phone's built-in security key or a physical Bluetooth key. It simplifies access by remembering your passwords and offering a more convenient sign-in experience.
- Use phone as security key
- Use Bluetooth security key
- Password saving
- Simplified sign-in
- Secure access
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Smart Lock allows you to use your Bluetooth security key or set up the security key built in to your phone.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Twilio Authy at 4.7 against Google Smart Lock's 2.5. Twilio Authy also leads on review sentiment (36% vs 10%) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Google Smart Lock's advantage is chart position (#170 vs unranked). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Twilio Authy holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Twilio Authy has 53K ratings behind it against 614, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of Twilio Authy's written reviews are positive against 10% of Google Smart Lock's.
Twilio Authy ships an update every 3 weeks, Google Smart Lock every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.
| Parameter | Twilio Authy | Google Smart Lock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (53K ratings) — better | 2.5 (614 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 35.7% of reviews — better | 10.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 53K — better | 614 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #170 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Authy Inc. | |
Customer experience
Twilio Authy
Google Smart Lock
User reviews
Twilio Authy
From 53K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Reliable and secure
- 🔒 Robust backup and sync features
- 👍 Convenient Apple Watch integration
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 🔒 Secure cloud backup
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional app freezes and crashes
- 🔍 Limited customization options for account icons
- 🔍 Confusing account management
- 🔍 Slow app load times
- 🔍 Lack of dark mode support
Google Smart Lock
From 614 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Works fine
- 🔒 Adds extra security layer
- 👍 Useful app
Room to improve
- 🐛 Crashes on iOS 18 update
- 🐛 Doesn't work with Yubikey
- 🐛 Doesn't work with child accounts
- 🐛 Unreliable, constant issues
- 🐛 Locked out of accounts
Bugs and requests
Twilio Authy
Reported bugs
4 issues- App freezes when switching between accounts
- Sync issues between devices
- Incorrect code generation on Apple Watch
- Account deletion process not working as expected
Requested features
5 requests- Ability to sort and categorize accounts
- Customizable account icons
- Dark mode support
- Improved Apple Watch integration with complications
- Faster app load times
Google Smart Lock
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes on launch
- Doesn't detect nearby devices
- Endless login loop
- Incompatible with latest iOS
Requested features
3 requests- Support for NFC security keys
- Easier setup and usage
- Better compatibility with other devices
In-app purchases
Twilio Authy
No in-app purchases
Google Smart Lock
No in-app purchases
Questions
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