# 2FA Authenticator vs Timely

The clearest difference is update cadence: Timely at every 4 days against 2FA Authenticator's every 10 days. Timely also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 2FA Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Timely sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for 2FA Authenticator against 5.0 for Timely. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

2FA Authenticator ships an update every 10 days, Timely every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2FA Authenticator | Timely |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-authenticator-moat/id6771759148/reviews) | [5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timely-day-planner-and-calendar/id6809578063/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **4** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 21 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [俊峰 罗](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803006171) | [Shenzhen Mengmi Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886597147) |

## What reviewers say

### 2FA Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-authenticator-moat/id6771759148)

Securely manage your two-factor authentication codes and passwords with end-to-end encryption. Generate OTPs for thousands of services, sync across devices, and optionally monitor for password breaches. Works offline with no account required.

**Highlights:** Generate 2FA codes (TOTP & HOTP), End-to-end encrypted backup & sync, Zero-knowledge security design, Password and API key vault, Password breach monitoring (Pro), Import from Google Authenticator, Offline functionality

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Moat Authenticator Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Moat Authenticator Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| Moat Authenticator Pro | $14.99 | per year |
| Moat Pro — Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


### Timely

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timely-day-planner-and-calendar/id6809578063)

This app combines a day planner, calendar, to-do list, and focus timer into a single visual interface. It uses AI to help create schedules and provides a daily receipt of completed tasks and focus time.

**Highlights:** Visual daily schedule with color-coded blocks, AI-powered planning and rescheduling tools, Integrated to-do list with reminders, Focus timer for dedicated work/study sessions, Home screen widgets for quick access, Daily receipt of completed activities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| Timely Pro Lifetime Offer | $15.99 | one-time |
| Permanent | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2FA Authenticator free?

2FA Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Timely free?

Timely is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 2FA Authenticator or Timely?

2FA Authenticator and Timely are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 4 ratings respectively.

### Do 2FA Authenticator or Timely have ads?

Neither 2FA Authenticator nor Timely shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 2FA Authenticator or Timely?

2FA Authenticator ships an update every 10 days, and Timely every 4 days. Most recently, 2FA Authenticator was updated on October 16, 2026 and Timely on October 22, 2026.

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