Comparison

Authenticator vs Lion Security

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator

Securely generate and manage two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts. Protect your digital identity with time-based one-time passwords and private iCloud sync across your Apple devices.

Highlights
  • Secure 2FA, MFA & OTP codes
  • Fast QR code scanning
  • Private iCloud backup and sync
  • Offline verification codes
  • Apple Watch support
  • 90-day recycle bin
Features
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Auth & 2FA Code is a secure authenticator app for 2FA, MFA, OTP codes, verification codes, two-step verification, and private iCloud sync across your Apple devices. Scan a QR code, add your account, and get secure two-factor authentication login codes whenever you need them. Built for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, Auth & 2FA Code helps protect your online accounts with a fast, private, and Apple-native experience. Your codes are generated locally on your device, work offline, and can sync through your personal iCloud account. No separate account is required, and your authenticator tokens are not stored on our servers. Core Features ◆ Secure 2FA, MFA & OTP Codes Generate time-based one-time passwords for accounts that support TOTP two-factor authentication. Use Auth & 2FA Code for personal, work, finance, gaming, developer, social, email, cloud, and security login accounts. ◆ Fast QR Code & Setup Key Add accounts in seconds by scanning a QR code. If a QR code is not available, enter the setup key manually to generate the same secure authentication codes. ◆ Private iCloud Backup & Sync Your authenticator tokens are encrypted and stored in your personal iCloud, so your 2FA codes can stay available when you switch devices, restore your iPhone, or use the app on iPad. ◆ Offline Verification Codes Your codes are generated locally using the TOTP standard, so you can access verification codes, login codes, and security codes without Wi-Fi or cellular service. ◆ 2FA Codes on Apple Watch Access your verification codes from Apple Watch when you need them. Keep your 2FA codes close for faster sign-ins across supported accounts. ◆ Sync Across Apple Devices Use your authenticator vault on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Keep your verification codes available across Apple devices signed in to the same iCloud account. ◆ 90-Day Recycle Bin Deleted an account by mistake? Recycle Bin keeps removed accounts for up to 90 days, giving you time to restore them before permanent deletion. ◆ TOTP Account Support Add and manage 2FA codes for services that support TOTP, including Google, Microsoft, Gmail, Outlook, Amazon, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, Discord, Roblox, GitHub, Dropbox, PayPal, Coinbase, Binance, Slack, Zoom, Shopify, Reddit, Steam, and many more. ◆ Designed for iOS 26 Built with Liquid Glass for iOS 26, Auth & 2FA Code feels modern, fast, and native on Apple devices. Security Details • AES-256-GCM encryption for stored tokens • iCloud encrypted backup and sync support • Local code generation using RFC 6238 TOTP • No separate account creation required • Authenticator tokens are not stored on our servers • Works offline without Wi-Fi or cellular service • Works with services that support time-based one-time passwords Start protecting your accounts in under a minute. Download Auth & 2FA Code and add your first secure verification code today. Subscription Information Auth & 2FA Code may offer auto-renewing subscriptions that provide access to premium features during the active subscription period. Premium features may include advanced recovery, extended account management, and other secure tools depending on the version available in your region. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Terms of Service: https://xtrustai.github.io/tos Privacy Policy: https://xtrustai.github.io/privacy.html

About

Lion Security

Features
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Lion Security siqnalizasiya sisteminizə nəzarət və yeniləmələri parmaklarınızın ucuna qoyur. Bu proqramla müştərilərimiz öz siqnalizasiya panelinin vəziyyətini (aktiv/passiv), həyəcan tarixçəsini və müxtəlif bildiriş parametrlərini asanlıqla idarə edə bilərlər. Xüsusiyyətlər: • Siqnal sisteminizi yandırın/söndürün • Ani bildirişlərlə həyəcan hadisələrindən xəbərdar olun • Zona əsaslı silahlanma/silahsızlaşdırma • Sistemin vəziyyətini real vaxt rejimində izləyin • Hadisə tarixçəsinə baxın • Təcili yardım düyməsi ilə dərhal köməyə zəng edin • Bir proqramdan birdən çox yeri idarə edin Lion Security evinizi və işinizi 24/7 təhlükəsiz saxlayır. Peşəkar həyəcan monitorinq mərkəzimiz həyəcan vəziyyətlərində dərhal cavab verir.

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
Lion Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lion Security at none against Authenticator's 3. Lion Security also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Lion Security asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Authenticator versus Lion Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorLion Security
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAQUAWOOD PTE. LTD.Armikom Yazılım Anonim Şirketi

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Access3 Days trial$8.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$8.997 Days
  • Yearly Access$49.991 Year
None

Lion Security

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lion Security free?
Lion Security is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Authenticator or Lion Security have ads?
Authenticator shows ads; Lion Security does not.

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