Comparison

Bitwarden Authenticator vs WakeLock

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

Head to head
About

Bitwarden Authenticator

Generate secure verification codes for two-factor authentication on your device. This app supports any website or application using industry-standard TOTP, adding an extra layer of protection to your online accounts.

Highlights
  • Generate 2FA verification codes
  • Supports TOTP standard
  • Universal compatibility
  • Simple, intuitive interface
  • Adds extra layer of protection
Features
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New from Bitwarden, provider of the password manager trusted by millions, Bitwarden Authenticator generates verification codes for two-factor authentication, ensuring your identity is verified when you log into accounts. Using industry-standards, Bitwarden Authenticator supports any website or application that uses TOTP. ADD AN EXTRA LAYER OF PROTECTION Generate verification codes to ensure your identity is verified, keeping your sensitive data out of reach of imposters. UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY Bitwarden Authenticator uses industry standard methods for verification code generation, so it will work with any website or application that utilizes time-based one-time passwords. EASY TO USE A simple, intuitive design and straightforward interface makes it easy to start incorporating authentication into your digital life Bitwarden empowers organizations to secure passwords, developer secrets, and passkeys. Visit Bitwarden.com to learn more about Bitwarden Password Manager, Bitwarden Secrets Manager and Bitwarden Passwordless.dev!

About

WakeLock

Features
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WakeAlarm – QR Alarm That Forces You Up Stop oversleeping. Start waking up for real. WakeAlarm is not a normal alarm clock. It’s a discipline system designed to force you out of bed. If you struggle to wake up, hit snooze too often, or ignore alarms, WakeAlarm changes the game. With WakeAlarm, your alarm won’t stop until you actually get up. NO SCAN. NO SILENCE. Unlike traditional alarm apps, wakealarm requires action. To stop the alarm, you must: Scan a QR code placed far from your bed Or verify with Face ID / Touch ID No shortcuts. No easy dismiss. No going back to sleep. REAL ALARM EXPERIENCE WakeAlarm is built to be impossible to ignore: Loud, continuous alarm sound Escalating volume over time Background notifications to ensure you never miss it Smart alarm behavior designed to wake you up This is not a gentle reminder. This is a wakealarm system built for results. BUILD DISCIPLINE WITH STREAKS WakeAlarm turns waking up into a habit: Track your daily wake-up streak Stay consistent and build momentum Miss an alarm? Your streak resets WakeAlarm helps you stay accountable every single morning. FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE Your alarm. Your rules. Set alarms: once, daily, or custom schedule Choose dismissal method (QR or Face ID) Customize labels and routines Create multiple alarms for different goals WakeAlarm adapts to your lifestyle while keeping you disciplined. HARD TO CHEAT WakeAlarm is designed to prevent bypass: No simple dismiss No easy snooze Requires real-world action Keeps ringing until you complete the task If you’re serious about waking up, wakealarm is built for you. WHY WAKEALARM? Because normal alarms don’t work. WakeAlarm is perfect for: Heavy sleepers Students Professionals Anyone building discipline If you want real change, you need a real system. WakeAlarm delivers it. PRIVACY POLICY https://manhcuong5311-hue.github.io/WakeAlarm/ TERMS OF USE (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bitwarden Authenticator4 screens
WakeLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bitwarden Authenticator at none against WakeLock's 1. Bitwarden Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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. WakeLock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Bitwarden Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bitwarden Authenticator versus WakeLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBitwarden AuthenticatorWakeLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (95 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews41.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings95 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBitwarden IncCuong Sam Manh

Bugs and requests

Bitwarden Authenticator

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Search results showing placeholder codes
  • Backup not restoring codes after device restore
  • Crashes after app updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add icons for services
  • Allow rearranging of entries
  • Implement iCloud/cloud sync
  • Add Apple Watch support
  • Require biometric authentication on each app open

WakeLock

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Bitwarden Authenticator

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

WakeLock

One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Bitwarden Authenticator free?
Bitwarden Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is WakeLock free?
WakeLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bitwarden Authenticator or WakeLock have ads?
Neither Bitwarden Authenticator nor WakeLock shows ads.

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