Authenticator App ‧ vs TimeTaps
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator App ‧
Enhance your account security with advanced two-factor authentication. This app provides double encryption, secure iCloud backup, and seamless integration with over 1000 popular services. It offers face recognition for effortless login and robust verification processes to protect your sensitive information.
- Two-step verification
- QR code account addition
- Encrypted iCloud backup
- Compatibility with 1000+ apps
- Face recognition login
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Authenticator is an advanced app designed to enhance your account security through efficient account management and robust verification processes,which provides an extra layer of protection through double encryption. This significantly boosts the security of your accounts against unauthorized access. Additionally, the iCloud storage and sync capabilities ensure that your verification codes are securely backed up and easily accessible, preventing any loss. All features are unlocked with a subscription, allowing you to take full advantage of Authenticator’s comprehensive security solutions to safeguard your sensitive information effortlessly. You can gain all the benefits included: 1.Dual security with two-step verification Secure your accounts by generating a two-step verification code during the login process. This dual authentication method adds an extra layer of protection, ensuring that only authorized one can access the accounts. By requiring a second code, it significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access. 2.Secure account addition via QR code scanning With authenticator,you can easily scan and add accounts, streamlining the setup process. This intuitive QR code scanning simplifies adding accounts, making it fast and convenient. Once added, you can manage all your accounts securely in one place, eliminating the need to remember multiple login credentials. 3.Encrypted iCloud backup for verification codes Authenticator offers a robust iCloud storage that securely backs up your verification codes,which ensures that your codes are safe from loss or theft, providing easy access whenever needed, and you can trust that your sensitive data is protected while being readily available for use. 4.Compatibility with over 1000 popular apps Support and integrate with more than 1000 popular applications, such as Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, Google, Instagram and more,providing flexible usage across various platforms. 5.Face recognition for seamless authentication Our app incorporates advanced face recognition technology, allowing you to log in effortlessly and securely.With just a glance that you can authenticate your identity, eliminating the need for traditional passwords or verification codes. Subscription Pricing: - Auto-renewable yearly subscription at USD 39.99/year - Auto-renewable yearly subscription with 3-day trial at USD 49.99/year - Lifetime at USD 49.99 Note - Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - The user and auto-renewal may manage subscriptions may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Contact us by: support@normalv.com Terms of Use:https://www.normalv.com/terms.html Privacy Policy:https://www.normalv.com/privacy.html
TimeTaps
This app offers ADHD-friendly tools for focus and planning, featuring visual timers, simple task management, and a virtual companion. It helps users manage time blindness and burnout with guided breaks and progress tracking.
- Visual timer with music integration
- Focus Sprints with guided breaks
- Simple task and event planning
- Urgency indicators and 'Today's Steps'
- Progress tracking with daily/weekly analytics
- Virtual hamster companion
- AI Task Breakdown (Pro feature)
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Transform Your Time Management with TimeTaps TimeTaps is designed specifically for people with ADHD to make time management visual, simple, and actually enjoyable. Built by Dr. Casey Simon, a doctor of clinical psychology and psychotherapist who works with ADHD clients, so the tools fit how ADHD brains actually work. Why TimeTaps Works for ADHD Brains: • Visual Time Awareness - Watch time pass with our animated hamster companion. No more "time blindness"! • Focus Sprints - Configurable work/break sessions (default: 24 min focus / 5 min break). Optimized for ADHD attention spans. • Hamster Companion - Your pet grows with your progress. Feed, play, and customize your hamster as you hit focus milestones. • Smart Planning - Task management with subtasks, urgency indicators, and AI-powered task breakdown (Pro). Features: VISUAL TIMERS • Countdown timer with large, easy-to-read display • Animated hamster runs while you focus • Background notifications so you never miss a session end FOCUS SPRINTS • Configurable work sessions (15-45 min) with short and long breaks • Carrot progress indicators (because carrots > tomatoes) • Guided break activities: breathing, stretching, hydration, eye exercises • Focus Lock to prevent distraction-checking (Pro) SMART PLANNER • Task and event management with subtasks and urgency indicators • Student Mode: class schedules, assignments, exams with due-date tracking • Apple Calendar and Reminders sync • AI-powered task breakdown (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google — Pro) HAMSTER COMPANION • Tamagotchi-style pet with hunger, happiness, energy, and love stats • Earn carrots by completing focus sessions • 100+ customizable items in the pet shop • Hamster evolves and gains new animations as you progress INSIGHTS • Focus heatmap and session history • Mood and productivity correlation • HealthKit integration (steps, mindful sessions, sleep) • Streak tracking and achievements THOUGHTFUL DESIGN • 5 beautiful dark color themes (Pro) • Works in portrait and landscape on iPhone and iPad • Full VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, and Reduce Motion support • Haptic feedback for time awareness • No ads, no tracking, no account required Privacy First • All data stays on your device or your personal iCloud • No tracking or analytics sent to third parties • No account required Perfect For: • People with ADHD, time blindness, or burnout • Students managing coursework • Anyone who struggles with starting or sustaining focus Download TimeTaps and make time work WITH your brain, not against it. TimeTaps Pro The core app is free forever. TimeTaps Pro unlocks AI task breakdown, Focus Lock, color themes, and more — available as a monthly or annual subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase. The annual plan includes a 14-day free trial. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://timetapapp.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://timetapapp.com/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TimeTaps at 100% against Authenticator App ‧'s 0%. TimeTaps also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.5) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months). Authenticator App ‧'s advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 3). On 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
Authenticator App ‧ is free to download; TimeTaps costs $4.99 up front. Authenticator App ‧ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year and TimeTaps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
TimeTaps holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ‧ has 1.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Authenticator App ‧'s written reviews are positive against 100% of TimeTaps's.
Authenticator App ‧ ships an update every 5 months, TimeTaps fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator App ‧ | TimeTaps |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | 2.5 (1.1K ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Paid — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Normal Vector | Casey Simon |
Customer experience
Authenticator App ‧
TimeTaps
Bugs and requests
Authenticator App ‧
Reported bugs
2 issues- App not working as expected
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
TimeTaps
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Authenticator App ‧
- Yearly VIP$39.991 Year
- Yearly VIP$49.991 Year
- Yearly 3DaysTrail VIP3 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Lifetime VIP$49.99
TimeTaps
- TimeTaps Pro (Monthly)$4.991 Month
- TimeTaps Pro (Annual)14 Days trial$24.991 Year
- TimeTaps Pro (Lifetime)$59.99
Questions
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