Authenticator App vs Longing
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator App
This app generates secure, offline two-factor authentication codes for all your major online accounts. It offers iCloud sync for Apple devices and allows for easy organization and deletion of codes. Upgrade for unlimited accounts and advanced categorization.
- Supports major platforms (Google, Instagram, Facebook, GitHub)
- Import 2FA codes from screenshots
- iCloud Sync across Apple devices
- Organize codes into categories
- Private and offline code storage
- Generates TOTP codes securely
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Key Features: - Supports all major platforms – Seamlessly works with Google, Instagram, Facebook, GitHub, and others. - Scan QR from image – Easily import 2FA codes from screenshots or saved photos. - iCloud Sync – Securely sync your 2FA codes across all your Apple devices. - Organize your codes – Sort accounts into categories and keep everything tidy. - Swipe to delete – Clean up unused codes with a quick swipe. - Private & offline – Your codes are stored locally on your device — never uploaded. - Built for simplicity, speed, and security, Keyzy Authenticator generates TOTP codes safely and offline. Unlock More Power: Add up to 2 accounts for free. Upgrade with a one-time purchase to unlock unlimited accounts and organize them into categories. Whether you’re a developer, social media user, or just someone who cares about account security, Keyzy Authenticator: 2fa is the must-have tool to keep your digital life protected. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/2facodeauthenticator-privacy Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Longing
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Beautiful, yet minimal widget to track the current astrological season's progress and the time left until next one. You can also see how much of the natural light you can get at any given day in the app itself.Longing for Spring? Can't wait for the next season of the show called "Life"? Look no further, here's exactly the tracker widget you need.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Authenticator App at Free against Longing's $0.99. Longing's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On update cadence, 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
Authenticator App is free to download; Longing costs $0.99 up front. Authenticator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Longing asks for nothing beyond the download.
Authenticator App ships an update every 2 weeks, Longing every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | Authenticator App | Longing |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | RETRYTECH LLP | Marcin Wroblewski |
In-app purchases
Authenticator App
- Monthly$3.991 Month
- Yearly3 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Lifetime$24.99
Longing
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Authenticator App free?
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