Comparison

True Authenticator TOTP 2FA vs Authenticator App

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

Head to head
About

True Authenticator TOTP 2FA

This app provides secure two-factor authentication codes and enhances security with real-time scam detection for links and calls. It also offers encrypted sharing of codes for families or teams and secure iCloud backup to prevent account loss.

Highlights
  • On-device TOTP/HOTP code generation
  • Real-time fraudulent link/call detection
  • Encrypted 2FA code sharing
  • Encrypted iCloud sync and backup
  • Live Activity and Dynamic Island integration
  • Smart QR scanner for account setup
  • Face ID/Passcode app lock
Features
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More than just 2FA. Anti-Scam Shield blocks fraudulent links and calls in real time. Live Share keeps your family or team safely in sync. Encrypted iCloud backup - never lose access. - End-to-end encrypted · Zero tracking · Privacy by design - 100% on-device code generation · No analytics SDKs WHAT YOU GET • 2FA codes that just work - TOTP & HOTP for any service, generated on-device in seconds • Anti-Scam Shield - real-time detection of fraudulent URLs and phone numbers, before you click • Live Share - share 2FA codes with your family or team in real time, end-to-end encrypted, no risky text messages • Encrypted iCloud sync & backup - never lose access, even when you switch devices • Live Activity & Dynamic Island - see your codes right on the Lock Screen, glance without opening the app • Smart QR scanner - add 2FA accounts, scan text, and verify URLs in one tap • Face ID or custom Passcode lock - extra layer of protection for the app itself WHY TRUE AUTHENTICATOR Many people lose access to at least one online account when changing phones. And phishing attempts increasingly bypass weak 2FA. True Authenticator was built for both: encrypted iCloud backup that survives a lost phone, AND Anti-Scam Shield that warns you before you click. Plus Live Share so families don't text codes anymore. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open True Authenticator and tap+ 2. Scan the QR code from any service that supports 2FA 3. Tap the code to copy. Sign in. Done. FREE & PREMIUM The core app is free, forever. Premium unlocks: • Unlimited Live Share groups for family and team • Priority human support • Custom app icons and themes • Early access to new features Premium pricing: • Weekly: $2.99 (Trial 3 days Free) • Yearly: $29.99 (Trial 7 days Free) We send 3 reminders before any subscription charge: at 72h, 24h, and 1h before. No surprise billing. Weekly and Yearly are auto-renewable subscriptions. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Lifetime is a one-time purchase with no recurring charges. Manage in Settings. - Privacy Policy: https://privauth.app/privacy.html - Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ - Support: support@privauth.app

About

Authenticator App

Features
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Secure authenticator app for OTP, TOTP, MFA, and passkey-based sign-ins. Quickly generate one-time passwords, manage verification codes, and keep your online accounts protected on your iPhone and iPad. Designed for speed and simplicity, the app gives you instant access to authentication codes wherever you are. Easily add accounts by scanning QR codes or entering setup keys manually. Works with popular services including Google, Microsoft, GitHub, Discord, AWS, Dropbox, and many more. FEATURES • Generate secure OTP & TOTP verification codes • Support for 2FA and multi-factor authentication (MFA) • Fast QR code scanning for easy account setup • Secure passkey support for modern authentication • Copy verification codes with a single tap • Offline code generation without an internet connection • Secure local storage for your authentication data • Import and export your accounts with ease • iCloud sync and backup across your Apple devices • Privacy features including app lock and code blur • Fast, lightweight, and privacy-focused experience PERFECT FOR • Protecting your personal accounts • Work and business authentication • Developer and cloud platform logins • Secure access to email, banking, social, and productivity apps Whether you need a fast OTP generator, a secure authenticator for MFA, or an easy way to manage verification codes and passkeys, this app helps keep your accounts safe while remaining simple, reliable, and easy to use. Note: Privacy Policy: https://apexlabsx.github.io/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://apexlabsx.github.io/terms.html EULA: https://apexlabsx.github.io/eula.html

Screenshots

True Authenticator TOTP 2FA4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator App at none against True Authenticator TOTP 2FA's shown. Authenticator App also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, 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. True Authenticator TOTP 2FA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
True Authenticator TOTP 2FA versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrue Authenticator TOTP 2FAAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTa Duc HuyShehroz Arshad

In-app purchases

3 purchases

True Authenticator TOTP 2FA

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$59.99
4 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pro$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock Lifetime Premium$34.99

Questions

Is True Authenticator TOTP 2FA free?
True Authenticator TOTP 2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do True Authenticator TOTP 2FA or Authenticator App have ads?
True Authenticator TOTP 2FA shows ads; Authenticator App does not.

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