Comparison

KeyVault Authenticator App vs Ghost Auth

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

Head to head
About

KeyVault Authenticator App

Features
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KeyVault is a secure and easy-to-use 2FA authenticator app that helps protect your online accounts with two-step authentication. Safely manage all your authentication codes in one place and stay in control of your digital security. KEY FEATURES: - Securely store all your 2FA authentication codes - Scan QR codes to add accounts instantly - Manually add and manage authenticator accounts - Organize and sort your authentication codes - Sync securely with iCloud across your devices - Apple Watch support for quick access - Import and export authentication codes safely ADVANCED SECURITY (PRO): - Create folders and categories for your codes - Customize accounts with colors and icons - Personalize the app with themes - Lock your vault with Face ID, Touch ID, or PIN - Extra protection for sensitive accounts KeyVault is built with privacy and security at its core — your data stays protected and under your control. LEGAL: - EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Terms of Service: http://www.polydez.com/keyvault/ - Privacy Policy: http://www.polydez.com/keyvault/

About

Ghost Auth

Securely manage your two-factor authentication codes locally on your device. Encrypts all data with AES-256 and stores it in your OS keychain, ensuring no sensitive information is uploaded to external servers. Offers biometric unlock, PIN protection, and encrypted iCloud synchronization for added convenience and security.

Highlights
  • AES-256 encrypted local storage
  • Biometric and PIN unlock
  • Encrypted iCloud synchronization
  • TOTP code generation for any service
  • QR code scanning and manual entry
  • Import from other authenticator apps
  • Browser extension support
Features
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Ghost Auth keeps your one-time passwords on your device — encrypted with AES-256, stored in your OS keychain, never uploaded. No servers to trust. No sign-up. Just your codes. Security: - AES-256 encrypted local storage - PIN lock with recovery codes - Biometric unlock - Backup & restore with password protection - Encrypted synchronization with iCloud Features: - TOTP codes for any service (Google, GitHub, Discord, etc.) - QR code scanning and manual entry - Import from Google Authenticator and other apps - Device-to-device sync - Browser extension for Chrome and Firefox - 77 languages Privacy: - No account, no cloud, no tracking - Completely offline - Open-source

Screenshots

KeyVault Authenticator App4 screens
Ghost Auth4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ghost Auth at none against KeyVault Authenticator App's 4. Ghost Auth also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.1). 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. KeyVault Authenticator App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Ghost Auth asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KeyVault Authenticator App ships an update every 3 weeks, Ghost Auth every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
KeyVault Authenticator App versus Ghost Auth: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeyVault Authenticator AppGhost Auth
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.114.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPolydezKestrel AS

In-app purchases

4 purchases

KeyVault Authenticator App

Subscriptions3
  • KeyVault Pro$1.991 Month
  • KeyVault Pro$4.991 Year
  • KeyVault Pro3 Days trial$5.997 Days
One-time1
  • KeyVault Pro Upgrade$7.99
None

Ghost Auth

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KeyVault Authenticator App free?
KeyVault Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ghost Auth free?
Ghost Auth is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do KeyVault Authenticator App or Ghost Auth have ads?
Neither KeyVault Authenticator App nor Ghost Auth shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KeyVault Authenticator App or Ghost Auth?
KeyVault Authenticator App ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ghost Auth every 3 days. Most recently, KeyVault Authenticator App was updated on October 30, 2026 and Ghost Auth on October 28, 2026.

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