Comparison

Uplock vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Uplock

Securely store and organize sensitive documents, cards, and IDs across your Apple devices. Your data syncs via iCloud and is end-to-end encrypted, with no third-party servers involved. Features include shared groups, auto-fill, expiration reminders, and attachments.

Highlights
  • Secure document storage
  • Card and ID organization
  • iCloud syncing
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Shared groups
  • AutoFill and Safari extension
  • Expiration reminders
Features
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Uplock keeps your important information safe, organized, and always within reach across your Apple devices. Your data syncs through iCloud and is protected by iCloud Encryption. With Advanced Data Protection for iCloud enabled, everything you save in Uplock is end-to-end encrypted. What you can store in Uplock - Credit cards and payment information - Passports, driver’s licenses, and other important documents - Health records and insurance information - Software licenses and loyalty programs - Secure notes and anything else that matters Features to help you stay productive and organized - Shared Groups for families and friends - AutoFill on iOS, plus a Safari extension and menu bar app on macOS - Reminders for expiration dates - Attachments for files, photos, and PDFs - Smart Fill turns almost anything into an Uplock item, powered by Apple Intelligence and processed entirely on your device Private by design No account. No email. No tracking or analytics. Uplock supports Face ID, Touch ID, and Optic ID for quick, secure access. It uses the strongest security and privacy protections available on Apple platforms to keep your information safe. Start using Uplock right away, no setup or sign-in is required. Try it free with a limited number of entries and no plan required. Export your data anytime as plain text or CSV. Uplock is made in Montreal by an independent two-person team. Privacy policy: https://uplock.app/privacy Terms of use: https://uplock.app/terms

About

Authenticator

Features
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Authenticator: OTP, 2FA & Code is a simple and easy-to-use authenticator app that helps you generate verification codes for accounts that support two-factor authentication. You can use the app to add an extra step to your sign-in process and keep your OTP codes organized in one place. Scan a QR code or enter a setup key manually to add your accounts quickly. Key Features • Generate OTP verification codes • Set up two-factor authentication for supported accounts • Scan QR codes to add accounts easily • Add accounts manually with setup keys • Organize your authentication codes in one place • Simple and clean interface • Fast access to your verification codes • Works with many services that support authenticator apps Why use Authenticator: OTP, 2FA & Code? Many online services support two-factor authentication as an additional sign-in step. After setup, you may be asked to enter a time-based verification code when logging in to your account. Authenticator: OTP, 2FA & Code helps you generate these codes on your device and access them whenever you need to complete a supported sign-in process. The app is designed to be simple, practical and easy to understand, whether you are setting up 2FA for the first time or managing multiple accounts. How it works Open the app Scan a QR code or enter a setup key Save your account Use the generated OTP code when signing in to supported services Authenticator: OTP, 2FA & Code is a convenient tool for managing verification codes and adding an extra layer to supported account sign-ins. Download Authenticator: OTP, 2FA & Code and start organizing your OTP verification codes today. Privacy Policy: https://sunmaredijital.net/authenticator-otp#privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://sunmaredijital.net/authenticator-otp#terms-of-service

Screenshots

Uplock4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Authenticator at 15.0 against Uplock's 18.4. 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. Uplock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Authenticator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Uplock versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUplockAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (121 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings121 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB72 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperFoyer Objet Inc.Sunmare Digital Teknoloji Yazılım

Bugs and requests

Uplock

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Name change issue (searchable only under old name)
  • Help menu not working
  • Editing issues (cursor jumping, slow typing)
  • Import issues
  • Crashes on Intel Macs

Requested features

9 requests
  • More categories needed
  • Autofill
  • Other languages (German, French, Spanish etc.)
  • Windows App
  • Shared groups
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  • Crypto accounts and secret questions for item types
  • Ability to reorder attachments, copy attachments to clipboard, and export cards to Apple Wallet
  • Email accounts as an item type
  • Shared and automatically updated with family

Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Uplock

Subscriptions4
  • Uplock+ (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Uplock+ Family (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Uplock+ (Yearly)$14.991 Year
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  • Uplock+ Family (Yearly)$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Uplock+ Individual (Lifetime)$49.99
  • Uplock+ Family (Lifetime)$89.99
2 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Authenticator3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Authenticator$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Uplock free?
Uplock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Uplock or Authenticator have ads?
Neither Uplock nor Authenticator shows ads.

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