Comparison

Two Factor vs Spot Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Two Factor

This app generates 2-step verification codes for your accounts, keeping your secrets synchronized and protected across your Apple devices. It prioritizes privacy with offline functionality, no tracking, and no data collection.

Highlights
  • Offline code generation
  • iCloud synchronization
  • Face ID/Touch ID access
  • Multiple password-protected vaults
  • QR code import
  • Support for TOTP and HOTP
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Two Factor is a modern authenticator app to generate 2-step verification codes for your accounts. Crafted exclusively for iOS and macOS, your secrets codes stay synchronized and protected. The app respects your privacy - it functions entirely offline with no tracking or analytics, no advertisement, and no data collection. Nice benefit - it weights less than a single photo on your iPhone. Import and export codes any way you prefer - scan QR codes with your camera, import from screenshots, drag and drop images (on Mac and iPad), or manually enter secrets. Key Features: • Secure storage • iCloud synchronization across all your Apple devices • Face ID/Touch ID support for quick access • Multiple password-protected vaults • Drag & drop QR codes from screenshots or images • Support for TOTP, HOTP and other common codes • Secure storage for plaintext secrets • No internet connection required - works completely offline • No ads, no tracking, no data collection Perfect for: • Securing social media and email accounts • Anyone remotely concerned about privacy and security • Anyone who is tired of spending hours migrating keys to new devices.

About

Spot Authenticator

Easily find your two-factor authentication codes with a clear grid or list layout. Recognize accounts by service icons and search for specific codes. Supports TOTP and HOTP generation offline, with optional encrypted cloud sync for cross-device access.

Highlights
  • Clear grid and list layouts
  • Offline TOTP and HOTP code generation
  • Account recognition by service icons
  • Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode protection
  • Encrypted backups and cloud sync
  • Recently deleted and account recovery
Features
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Spot Authenticator helps you find the right two-factor authentication code with less searching. Choose a clear grid or list layout, recognize accounts by their service icons, and search for the code you need. Whether you prefer a compact overview or a simple list, Spot lets you choose how to view your accounts. TOTP and HOTP codes are generated on your device without an internet connection. No Spot Auth account is required, and there are no ads. Enable Offline Mode for local-only use, or choose optional encrypted cloud sync to keep accounts in sync across devices. KEY FEATURES • Clear grid and list layouts for finding and copying codes • Offline TOTP and HOTP code generation • Add accounts by scanning QR codes or entering details manually • Multiple themes with light, dark and individual appearance settings • Face ID, Touch ID or device passcode protection • Encrypted backups and support for multiple import formats • Optional encrypted iCloud and WebDAV sync (Pro) • Recently Deleted and account recovery FREE AND PRO Manage 20 2FA accounts with the free version. Try premium themes in full; the free version returns to the default theme when the app restarts. Pro unlocks unlimited accounts, encrypted cloud sync and persistent premium themes. Choose a lifetime purchase or an annual subscription. Lifetime Pro is a one-time purchase with no recurring charges. Annual Pro is a one-year auto-renewable subscription that you can manage or cancel in your Apple Account subscription settings. Prices, offer eligibility and renewal terms are shown by the App Store before purchase. Spot Authenticator focuses on one job: helping you reach the right code with less searching while keeping you in control of your authentication data. Privacy Policy: https://www.spotauth.net/privacy Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Two Factor4 screens
Spot Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Two Factor at none against Spot Authenticator's 1. On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. Spot Authenticator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Two Factor asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Two Factor versus Spot Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTwo FactorSpot Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBaulin Roman优贤 刘

Customer experience

Two Factor

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Spot Authenticator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Two Factor

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Spot Authenticator

One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$2.99

Questions

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

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