Comparison

X vs Authenticator 2FA & OTP

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

Head to head
About

X

This AI-powered note-taking app helps students organize and access study materials across devices. It converts handwriting, speech, and images to text, and allows for lecture recording. Notes are kept private and secure within the Apple ecosystem.

Highlights
  • Handwriting to Text conversion
  • Speech to Text for lectures
  • Image to Text (OCR)
  • Voice notes for lectures
  • iPad & Mac sync via iCloud
  • Private and secure note-taking
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X-Notes: The Ultimate Study Companion for iPad & Mac Take your studies to the next level with X-Notes—your AI-powered note-taking app designed for students! Whether you're in class, reviewing lectures, or preparing for exams, X-Notes helps you organize and access your notes effortlessly across iPad and MacBook. Why Students Love X-Notes? Handwriting to Text – Convert handwritten notes into digital text instantly.
 Speech to Text (NEW!) – Turn lectures and voice notes into text automatically.
 Image to Text (OCR) – Extract text from books, handouts, and whiteboards.
 Voice Notes for Lectures – Record classes and review them later.
 Seamless iPad & Mac Sync – Access all notes anytime with iCloud.
 Private & Secure – No accounts, no tracking—just your notes in your Apple ecosystem. Perfect for: Students taking class notes.
 Researchers and learners organizing study materials.
 Anyone who wants AI-powered note-taking with handwriting, voice, and image conversion. Download X-Notes today and simplify your student life!

About

Authenticator 2FA & OTP

Features
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Ring — your secure authenticator for two-factor authentication (2FA). Protect your online accounts with fast and reliable two-factor authentication. Generate secure one-time passwords (OTP) for all major services using industry-standard TOTP technology. Simple. Secure. Private. ▸ SECURE AUTHENTICATION • Generate 2FA verification codes directly on your device • Supports TOTP & OTP standards • Works with Google, Instagram, Facebook, Microsoft, GitHub, Amazon, PayPal, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Dropbox, Coinbase and thousands more • Offline code generation — no internet connection required • Encrypted local storage for maximum privacy Your verification codes are created exclusively on your device — fully private, no cloud, no tracking. ▸ FAST & EASY • Instant QR code scanning to add new accounts • Clean, minimalist interface • One-tap copy • Recent codes for quick access • Home Screen widgets for instant display Access your verification codes in seconds. ▸ ORGANIZATION & PERSONALIZATION • Folders to group and manage your accounts • Custom icons and colors for personalization • Smart sorting for optimal overview ▸ WHY RING AUTHENTICATOR? • No tracking, no data collection — your privacy is protected • Secure token generation without cloud dependency • Modern design focused on usability • Reliable account protection for all your logins • Suitable for social media, email, banking, crypto and more Ring is the authenticator app for everyone who takes security and privacy seriously. Protect every account with a strong second factor — fast, private and without compromise. Download now and secure your online accounts! Subscription Information Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in App Store settings. Privacy Policy: https://plane4bear.com/ring/privacy Terms of Use: https://plane4bear.com/ring/terms

Screenshots

X4 screens
Authenticator 2FA & OTP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: X at none against Authenticator 2FA & OTP's 4. X also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence and ads 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. Authenticator 2FA & OTP sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. X asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

X ships an update monthly, Authenticator 2FA & OTP every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
X versus Authenticator 2FA & OTP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXAuthenticator 2FA & OTP
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVanAnh NguyenMOBNESS LTD

In-app purchases

None

X

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Authenticator 2FA & OTP

Subscriptions4
  • Week$3.997 Days
  • 1 Month$4.991 Month
  • 1 Month$7.991 Month
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  • 1 Year7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is X free?
X is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator 2FA & OTP free?
Authenticator 2FA & OTP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do X or Authenticator 2FA & OTP have ads?
Neither X nor Authenticator 2FA & OTP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, X or Authenticator 2FA & OTP?
X ships an update monthly, and Authenticator 2FA & OTP every 3 weeks. Most recently, X was updated on September 28, 2026 and Authenticator 2FA & OTP on September 27, 2026.

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