Comparison

One vs UCODE

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

Head to head
About

One

Features
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One Time Passwords is a simple, privacy-first authenticator app for generating two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. Built entirely with Apple frameworks - no third-party dependencies, no analytics, no tracking, and no server-side components. YOUR TOKENS, YOUR DEVICE All tokens are stored in the iOS Keychain, encrypted by the Secure Enclave. Nothing touches the filesystem. Nothing leaves your device unless you choose to enable iCloud Sync. ADD TOKENS EASILY Scan QR codes from any service that supports TOTP, or enter details manually. Supports SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512 algorithms with 6 or 8-digit codes. 880+ SERVICE ICONS Instantly recognise your accounts with branded icons for hundreds of popular services including Google, Microsoft, GitHub, AWS, Discord, Coinbase, and many more. IMPORT & EXPORT Switching from Google Authenticator? Scan your export QR code and all tokens are imported instantly. Back up your tokens to an AES-256 encrypted file that only you can unlock. ICLOUD SYNC Optionally sync tokens across all your Apple devices using your private iCloud account. End-to-end encrypted by Apple. Disabled by default. Delete all cloud data from within the app at any time. FACE ID / TOUCH ID Lock the app with biometrics. Automatically re-locks when you switch away. A privacy screen hides your codes in the app switcher. FULLY PRIVATE Zero network requests (unless you enable iCloud Sync). No analytics. No accounts. No sign-up. Your data stays on your device.

About

UCODE

This app provides temporary virtual phone numbers to receive SMS verification codes for online services. It allows users to maintain privacy by not sharing their real number and offers a pay-per-use model with a refund guarantee.

Highlights
  • Temporary virtual numbers
  • Receive SMS verification codes
  • Numbers from 100+ countries
  • Disposable numbers (20-minute lifespan)
  • Automatic refund guarantee
  • Privacy-focused
  • Pay-per-use pricing
Features
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Need to verify an account without giving out your real phone number? UCODE lets you rent temporary virtual numbers to receive SMS verification codes — quickly and privately. — VIRTUAL NUMBERS FOR SMS — Get a disposable phone number in seconds. Use it to receive SMS verification codes from any service, then let it expire. Your real number stays completely private. • Choose from numbers in 100+ countries worldwide • Receive SMS verification codes directly in the app • Numbers last 20 minutes — no long-term commitment • Automatic refund if no SMS is received before expiration • Works with hundreds of popular services and platforms — HOW IT WORKS — 1. Select a country and service 2. Copy the provided phone number 3. Enter the number on the website or app you want to verify 4. Receive the SMS code in UCODE 5. Done — if no SMS arrives, your credit is refunded — WHY UCODE? — • Fast SMS delivery — most codes arrive within seconds • Global coverage — numbers from countries worldwide • Privacy-first — your real number is never exposed • No subscriptions — transparent pay-per-use pricing • Clean, intuitive interface • Automatic refund guarantee • Regular updates and responsive support — PRIVACY & SECURITY — Your personal phone number stays completely private. Virtual numbers are temporary and disposable — used once and discarded. No personal data is linked to the numbers you rent. No accounts to create on third-party sites with your real number. — SIMPLE PRICING — UCODE uses a credit-based system. Purchase credits and use them to rent virtual numbers. Prices vary by country and service. No subscriptions. No hidden fees. If a number expires without receiving an SMS, your credit is automatically refunded. — POPULAR USE CASES — • Verify accounts on social media, messaging apps, and online services • Keep your real number off websites and sign-up forms • Test services without committing your personal info • Create secondary accounts for work or personal use Download UCODE today — verify accounts, protect your privacy, and keep your real number to yourself. Terms of Use: https://ucode.uk/terms Privacy Policy: https://ucode.uk/privacy

Screenshots

One4 screens
UCODE4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: One at none against UCODE's 3. 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. UCODE sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. One asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
One versus UCODE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOneUCODE
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (66 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—87.8% of reviews
Number of ratings—66 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCORNELIUS BOTHA THIARTYeti Studio LTD

In-app purchases

None

One

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

UCODE

One-time3
  • 30 Credits Package$2.99
  • 100 Credits Package$9.99
  • 250 Credits Package$24.99

Questions

Is One free?
One is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is UCODE free?
UCODE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do One or UCODE have ads?
Neither One nor UCODE shows ads.

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