Comparison

Authenticator Multi vs Real Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator Multi

This app offers secure two-factor authentication by generating standard and enhanced OTP codes. It prioritizes user privacy with local-only storage and features a privacy mode for code display. Setup is flexible via QR code or manual entry.

Highlights
  • Standard OTP code generation
  • Enhanced XOTP and COTP variants
  • QR code scanning setup
  • Manual secret key entry
  • Privacy mode with customizable duration
  • Local-only data storage
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Authentification Multi (OTP) provides secure two-factor authentication with support for standard OTP codes and enhanced security variants, all stored locally on your device for maximum privacy. Key Features: • Generate standard OTP codes compatible with Google, Microsoft, and other popular services supporting two-factor authentication • Access enhanced security modes with XOTP and COTP variants for services requiring additional protection layers • Set up accounts quickly using QR code scanning or manual secret key entry for flexible configuration options • Protect your codes with privacy mode, requiring intentional reveal with customizable display duration from 2 to 30 seconds • Keep your data secure with local-only storage, ensuring secret keys never leave your device or sync to external servers Authentification Multi (OTP) delivers reliable two-factor authentication while prioritizing your privacy and security through local data management.

About

Real Authenticator

This app provides a secure, human-powered verification system for trusted connections. It allows users to share rotating time-based codes to confirm each other's identities, similar to two-factor authentication but between individuals. Built with privacy in mind, it offers Face ID and passcode protection.

Highlights
  • Human-powered verification codes
  • Secure connections with trusted contacts
  • Time-based rotating codes
  • Privacy-first design
  • Face ID & passcode lock
  • Sign in with Apple
Features
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Identity Verification with the People You Trust Ever need to verify someone is really who they say they are? Real Authenticator gives you and your trusted connections a shared, rotating verification code - like two-factor authentication, but between real people. How it works: 1. Create a secure connection with someone you trust 2. Share an invite via link or QR code 3. Both of you see matching time-based codes that rotate automatically 4. Use the code to verify each other's identity anytime Built with privacy first: • Sign in with Apple - no email or password required • Face ID & passcode lock for added security • Encrypted, time-based one-time codes (TOTP) Perfect for: • Families verifying calls aren't scams • Teams confirming identity remotely • Anyone who needs a simple, trusted way to say "it's really me" Real Authenticator brings the security of 2FA to your most important relationships. Terms of Use: https://www.realauthenticator.app/terms Subscriptions & Lifetime Plans: • Free for the first 3 connections. • Family Plan - Up to 8 connections ($12.99/mo, $119.99/yr, or $249.99 Lifetime) • Professional Plan - Up to 25 connections ($29.99/mo, 249.99/yr, or $599.99 Lifetime) Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off in Account Settings after purchase. Lifetime Purchases are a one time purchase for lifetime access

Screenshots

Authenticator Multi3 screens
Real Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Authenticator Multi at none against Real Authenticator's 6. Authenticator Multi also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Real Authenticator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Authenticator Multi asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Authenticator Multi against 5.0 for Real Authenticator. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Authenticator Multi versus Real Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator MultiReal Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings2 — better1
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKeoGlobalPhillip Boscarino

In-app purchases

None

Authenticator Multi

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Real Authenticator

Subscriptions4
  • Real Authenticator Family Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Real Authenticator Pro Monthly$29.991 Month
  • Real Authenticator Family Annual$119.991 Year
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  • Real Authenticator Pro Annual$249.991 Year
One-time2
  • Real Authenticator Family Lifetime$249.99
  • Real Authenticator Pro Lifetime$599.99

Questions

Is Authenticator Multi free?
Authenticator Multi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Real Authenticator free?
Real Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator Multi or Real Authenticator?
Authenticator Multi and Real Authenticator are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Authenticator Multi or Real Authenticator have ads?
Neither Authenticator Multi nor Real Authenticator shows ads.

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