WiFi4EU map vs Proton Authenticator & 2FA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WiFi4EU map
Discover free public Wi-Fi hotspots deployed through a European Commission initiative. This app helps you find available connections in local communities across the EU, supporting over 7,200 municipalities and 93,000 hotspots.
- Find free public Wi-Fi
- EU-wide hotspot coverage
- Supports local communities
- Initiative by European Commission
- Over 93,000 hotspots listed
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WiFi4EU is an initiative led by the European Commission to bring free public Wi-Fi connections to local communities. WiFi4EU has provided support to more than 7,200 municipalities which have deployed more than 93,000 public hotspots for their local residents and visitors, throughout the European Union.
Proton Authenticator & 2FA
Securely manage your two-factor authentication codes with an open-source, end-to-end encrypted authenticator app. It offers seamless cross-device syncing, effortless import from other apps, and robust backup options, all protected by strict Swiss privacy laws. Take control of your digital security with a trusted and private solution.
- End-to-end encrypted iCloud sync
- Effortless import from other authenticators
- Secure backup and export
- Swiss privacy by design
- Open source and transparent
- Offline support
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Get the authenticator trusted by millions — from Proton Mail, the world's largest encrypted email provider. Proton Authenticator is open source, end-to-end encrypted, and protected by strict Swiss privacy laws. Protect all your new accounts and strengthen security on your existing ones. Proton Authenticator keeps your 2FA codes secure, accessible, and completely private — with full control over where your data is stored. KEY FEATURES Local-First Storage:Your 2FA codes are stored entirely on your device, giving you complete control over your data. Effortless Import: Migrate from Google Authenticator, Authy, or any other app in seconds. Secure Backup & Export: Retain full control of your data with easy backup and restore options. Swiss Privacy by Design: Built under Switzerland's strongest data protection regulations. Open Source & Transparent: Auditable code. No tracking. No ads. Take control of your digital security with encryption you can trust. Free to use: No Proton account required, ad-free. Offline support: On mobile and desktop apps No other 2FA app provides this combination of security and privacy. Trusted by millions. Built by Proton. Take control of your digital security today. Terms of service: https://proton.me/legal/terms Learn more: https://proton.me
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Proton Authenticator & 2FA at 58% against WiFi4EU map's 20%. Proton Authenticator & 2FA also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). WiFi4EU map's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
WiFi4EU map ships an update every 5 weeks, Proton Authenticator & 2FA weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | WiFi4EU map | Proton Authenticator & 2FA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (407 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | 57.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 407 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 74 MB | 120 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | European Union Apps | Proton AG |
Customer experience
WiFi4EU map
Proton Authenticator & 2FA
Bugs and requests
WiFi4EU map
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Proton Authenticator & 2FA
Reported bugs
4 issues- Sync/login loop on iPad
- 2FA input broken on non-iPhone devices
- Screen strobing on iPad
- Duplicate entries after import
Requested features
5 requests- PIN unlock for desktop
- Alphabetical sorting option
- Export function (not just Proton-specific backup)
- Native macOS app
- Option to hide item icons
In-app purchases
WiFi4EU map
No in-app purchases
Proton Authenticator & 2FA
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is WiFi4EU map free?
Is Proton Authenticator & 2FA free?
Do WiFi4EU map or Proton Authenticator & 2FA have ads?
Which is updated more often, WiFi4EU map or Proton Authenticator & 2FA?
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