Comparison

Authenticator vs TOTP Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator

This app provides two-factor authentication (2FA) to secure your online accounts. It allows for quick setup, organization, and backup of your verification codes and passwords across devices. Enhance your digital security with this essential tool.

Highlights
  • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
  • Quick account setup and organization
  • Backup and sync across devices
  • Add, save, and edit 2FA codes
  • Add, save, and edit passwords
Features
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Our app is a secure, two-factor authentication (2FA) tool designed to enhance the protection of your online accounts. Our product helps prevent unauthorized access by requiring second form of verification, which can only be retrieved from your device. Auto-renewable subscription purchase required to get access to the following features: -Strengthen your account security with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). - Quickly set up and organize all your accounts with ease. - Seamlessly back up and sync your accounts for easy access across devices. - Ability to add, save and edit 2FA codes. - Ability to add, save and edit passwords. Subscription Details: - Payment is processed through your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. - Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, with the renewal cost clearly indicated. - Users can manage their subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited upon subscription purchase, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eZ7FN2ra0gXOX5iAa_q9izvv3S5iyQKbORnXZL5PGb0/edit Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K_tC4epcn4sBMxMRzKU9-0Z-4LO4XjeAAAY-8cZnXs4/edit

About

TOTP Authenticator

Features
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Make your important accounts safer — and simpler. This app is a two-factor authentication app dedicated exclusively to TOTP (Time-based One-Time Passwords). It combines fast, easy everyday authentication with strong privacy by keeping sensitive information protected entirely on your device. It does not rely on external network communication, and secret keys are securely stored in the Keychain. From displaying authentication codes to account migration, every aspect is designed with security as the highest priority. Key Features Security-first design - All data is managed entirely on your device - Secret keys are stored securely in the Keychain - Supports biometric authentication at launch - Automatically masks authentication codes during screenshots, screen recordings, external output, and in the App Switcher - Designed not to connect external server - Disables Universal Clipboard to prevent unintended sharing Easy-to-use TOTP features - Supports TOTP - Supports SHA-1 / SHA-256 / SHA-512 - Supports 6-digit / 8-digit codes - Supports 30-second / 60-second intervals - Generates codes using your device’s time - Copy authentication codes to the clipboard with a single tap - Supports automatic timeout - The default timeout is 30 seconds - Timeout duration can be customized Easy account migration - Import / export accounts via QR codes - Supports standard otpauth:// - Supports Google Authenticator’s proprietary otpauth-migration:// Modern, easy-to-read UI - Intuitive and refined interface - Optimized for iPhone - Designed for readability and ease of use as an authentication app for everyday use Multilingual support - Localized in a wide range of languages, with English as the default language Recommended for - Anyone looking for a security-focused two-factor authentication app - Those who prefer fully on-device management instead of cloud sync - Those who want smooth migration via QR codes - Those who use both iPhone and iPad

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
TOTP Authenticator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TOTP Authenticator at none against Authenticator's 4. Authenticator's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). 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. Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. TOTP Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Authenticator versus TOTP Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorTOTP Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJay ClauerKeita Iwasaki

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • authenticatorWeeklyTrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • authenticatorMonth$19.991 Month
  • authenticatorYear$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • authenticatorLifetime$49.99
None

TOTP Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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