Comparison

Authenticator · AuthKit 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 · AuthKit

Securely store passwords, 2FA codes, credit cards, and various documents with end-to-end encryption. This app offers an organized vault for your digital identity, accessible without an account and syncing privately via iCloud Keychain.

Highlights
  • End-to-end encrypted vault
  • Stores 22+ item types
  • TOTP code generation
  • Password and passkey autofill
  • Credit card preview
  • Secure notes and file attachments
  • iCloud Keychain sync
Features
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Auth Kit is a secure vault for passwords, 2FA codes, credit cards, passkeys, and 22+ item types — with credentials protected by Apple Keychain on iPhone and iPad. More than an authenticator. Store your credit cards, bank accounts, passports, driver licenses, SSH keys, crypto wallets, software licenses, medical records, and more — alongside your passwords and 2FA codes, in one app. No account required. Synchronizable credentials can sync through iCloud Keychain when enabled. Attachments remain local to the device. KEY FEATURES SECURE VAULT — 22 ITEM TYPES • Credit cards with live card preview & auto brand detection • Bank accounts, crypto wallets & rewards programs • Passports, driver licenses & identity documents • SSH keys, API credentials, servers & databases • Software licenses, medical records & secure notes • File attachments — scan documents, snap photos or import files AUTHENTICATOR & OTP • Generate TOTP codes for all your accounts • Scan QR codes or enter setup keys manually • One-tap code copy with visual countdown timer • AutoFill support for one-time codes PASSWORDS & PASSKEYS • Securely store and autofill passwords • Password generator with strength indicator • Passkey support for password-free authentication • AutoFill in Safari and apps FAVORITES & SEARCH • Star items for instant access in the Favorites tab • Global search across all passwords, codes, cards & documents • Swipe to favorite from any list SECURITY & PRIVACY • Credentials protected by Apple Keychain • Face ID & Touch ID protection • Encrypted iCloud Keychain sync • No AuthKit account required. No ads. DESIGNED FOR iOS & iPadOS • Native SwiftUI interface • Dark mode support • iOS AutoFill integration • Siri Shortcuts support • Home screen widgets with live 2FA codes • Import from Google Authenticator, 1Password & LastPass Auth Kit keeps your digital life secure, organized, and private — passwords, cards, keys, and documents in one vault. Download now and take control of your online security. Terms of Use: https://asapps.studio/authkit-terms-of-use DATA AND BACKUP Synchronizable credentials can sync through iCloud Keychain when enabled. File attachments remain on the device where they were added. JSON/CSV exports include passwords and 2FA codes only; they do not include passkeys, other secure item types, or attachments. Keep independent recovery methods for your accounts. AuthKit uses Firebase for product analytics and diagnostics and RevenueCat for subscription management. See our privacy policy for details.

About

Real Authenticator

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 · AuthKit4 screens
Real Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Authenticator · AuthKit at 4 against Real Authenticator's 2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Authenticator · AuthKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Real Authenticator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Authenticator · AuthKit versus Real Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator · AuthKitReal Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size123 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNaser DaliribejindiPhillip Boscarino

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator · AuthKit

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
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 · AuthKit free?
Authenticator · AuthKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Real Authenticator free?
Real Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Authenticator · AuthKit or Real Authenticator have ads?
Neither Authenticator · AuthKit nor Real Authenticator shows ads.

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