Comparison

Proton Authenticator vs JCH SSH Client

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

Head to head
About

Proton Authenticator

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

JCH SSH Client

Features
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JCH SSH Client is a modern shh-client for iPhone and iPad with an integrated terminal and sftp file browser. - shh connections with password or ssh-key (including passphrase)authentication. - Terminal with ANSI/VT‑support for navigating through nano, cat, top, htop, less, vim. - sftp ‑ filebrowser (local & remote) with additional actions like "open in terminal" and upload/download. - save profiles for easy navigation. - multiple sessions.

Screenshots

Proton Authenticator4 screens
JCH SSH Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Proton Authenticator at Free against JCH SSH Client's $1.99. Proton Authenticator also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Proton Authenticator is free to download; JCH SSH Client costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proton Authenticator ships an update weekly, JCH SSH Client every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Proton Authenticator versus JCH SSH Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProton AuthenticatorJCH SSH Client
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.4 (242 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings242 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperProton AGJOACHIM CHRISTOF HUBEN

Bugs and requests

Proton Authenticator

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

JCH SSH Client

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Proton Authenticator

No in-app purchases

None

JCH SSH Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Proton Authenticator free?
Proton Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JCH SSH Client free?
JCH SSH Client costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Proton Authenticator or JCH SSH Client have ads?
Neither Proton Authenticator nor JCH SSH Client shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Proton Authenticator or JCH SSH Client?
Proton Authenticator ships an update weekly, and JCH SSH Client every 3 weeks. Most recently, Proton Authenticator was updated on October 16, 2026 and JCH SSH Client on October 11, 2026.

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