# OTP Auth vs Authenticator Password Manager

The clearest difference is rating: OTP Auth at 4.6 against Authenticator Password Manager's 3.7. OTP Auth also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 48%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. OTP Auth sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Authenticator Password Manager sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

OTP Auth holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OTP Auth has 463 ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of OTP Auth's written reviews are positive against 48% of Authenticator Password Manager's.

OTP Auth ships an update every 2 weeks, Authenticator Password Manager every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 22, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OTP Auth | Authenticator Password Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (463 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/otp-auth/id659877384/reviews)** | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **463** | 56 |
| Positive reviews | **77.9% of reviews** | 48.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Roland Moers](https://appshunter.io/developer/659877387) | [SAASPASS](https://appshunter.io/developer/849132030) |

## What reviewers say

### OTP Auth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/otp-auth/id659877384)

Enhance your account security with two-factor authentication on your iPhone and iPad. This app supports numerous popular services and offers robust encryption for all your data. It works offline and prioritizes user privacy by not collecting or transmitting personal information.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication support, Encrypted iCloud Sync, Siri and Apple Watch support, Notification Center widget, Safari extension for password pasting, Face ID/Touch ID security, Encrypted backups and import/export

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| OTP Auth Pro | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and effective
- 🔒 Secure with backup/restore
- 👍 Great Apple Watch support
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 👍 Customizable icons and folders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional sync and widget issues
- 🐛 Apple Watch app needs improvements
- 🐛 Unreliable backup/restore for some users
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs reported by a few

**Reported bugs**

- Sync issues causing data loss
- Widget not displaying codes correctly
- Crashes on certain iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Larger text/font size options
- Alphabetical sorting of accounts
- Automatic account refresh/update
- Ability to edit account details


### Authenticator Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027)

This app combines a password manager and a 2FA authenticator code generator with autofill capabilities. It offers secure access to web services and apps, with features like security scans and secure note storage. It supports multiple devices and provides secure backup and restore options.

**Highlights:** Password manager with autofill, 2FA code generator (HOTP/TOTP), Security scan for weak/duplicate passwords, Secure notes with web portal access, Multi-device support with remote disable, Secure backup and restore, Browser extension integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Usage | $2.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Good security
- 🔑 Password management
- 📱 Multi-device support
- 🚀 Fast and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Poor customer support
- 💸 Paywalling features
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- 📱 Inconsistent iOS experience
- ❓ Confusing UI

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when scanning QR code
- App crashes when adding recovery phone
- Authenticators not refreshing
- Remote unlock and barcode scan rarely work
- Login screen freezes

**Requested features**

- SMS recovery option
- Custom TOTP intervals
- Easier device transfer
- Improved iOS UI
- Donation option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OTP Auth free?

OTP Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Authenticator Password Manager free?

Authenticator Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, OTP Auth or Authenticator Password Manager?

OTP Auth is rated higher. OTP Auth averages 4.6 out of 5 from 463 ratings, while Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 from 56 ratings.

### Do OTP Auth or Authenticator Password Manager have ads?

Neither OTP Auth nor Authenticator Password Manager shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OTP Auth or Authenticator Password Manager?

OTP Auth ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator Password Manager every 5 weeks. Most recently, OTP Auth was updated on July 22, 2026 and Authenticator Password Manager on September 19, 2026.

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