Proton Authenticator & 2FA vs Tracktopus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
Tracktopus
This app transforms habit building into an enjoyable experience with a friendly octopus guide. It supports various goal types and provides smart reminders, streaks, and achievements to keep you motivated. Designed for simplicity, it helps users establish lasting positive behaviors.
- Friendly octopus companion for motivation
- Flexible goal tracking (daily, weekly, open-ended, one-time)
- Smart, context-aware reminders
- Streak and statistics tracking
- Achievements and unlockable avatars
- Gamified points system for rewards
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Tracktopus makes building better habits fun and rewarding. With a simple interface and a cheerful octopus companion, you’ll actually enjoy keeping track of your daily, weekly, variable, and one-time goals. Features: Friendly Octopus Companion — motivation with personality. Flexible Goals — track daily, weekly, open-ended, or one-time “burner” goals. Smart Nudges — reminders only when you need them (not when you’re already done). Streaks & Stats — watch your progress build over time. Achievements & Rewards — celebrate milestones with unlockable avatars. Gamified Points — earn rewards for consistency and effort. Private & Secure — your data stays on your device. Tracktopus is designed to keep you motivated without overwhelming you — perfect for productivity beginners and goal-crushers alike. Start small, stay consistent, and let Tracktopus help you build habits that stick.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Proton Authenticator & 2FA at none against Tracktopus's 1. Proton Authenticator & 2FA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (741 vs 1). Tracktopus's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Tracktopus sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Proton Authenticator & 2FA asks for nothing beyond the download.
Tracktopus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Proton Authenticator & 2FA has 741 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Proton Authenticator & 2FA ships an update weekly, Tracktopus fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Proton Authenticator & 2FA | Tracktopus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (741 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 57.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 741 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 120 MB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Proton AG | Charles O'Donnell |
Customer experience
Proton Authenticator & 2FA
Tracktopus
Bugs and 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
Tracktopus
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Proton Authenticator & 2FA
No in-app purchases
Tracktopus
- Tracktopus$49.99
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