Comparison

HotKey OTP vs Authenticator © App 2FA

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

Head to head
About

HotKey OTP

This app securely generates and stores two-factor authentication codes for your accounts. It supports various import methods, offers offline functionality, and syncs across Apple devices via iCloud Keychain. Privacy is a core focus, with no tracking or ads.

Highlights
  • Generate TOTP and HOTP codes
  • Import from other authenticator apps
  • Steam Guard support
  • Organize accounts with folders and notes
  • Instant code copy with auto-clear
  • Widgets and AutoFill support
  • iCloud Keychain sync
Features
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HotKey OTP is a fast, private two-factor authentication app. It generates the time-based (TOTP) and counter-based (HOTP) verification codes you need to sign in — stored securely on device and synced across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac with iCloud Keychain. FEATURES • Add accounts by scanning a QR code, pasting an otpauth link, importing a file, or entering a key by hand • Import from Google Authenticator, 2FAS, and Aegis • Steam Guard support — get your 5-character Steam codes • Organize accounts into folders and add private notes • Tap any code to copy it instantly; optional auto-clear keeps your clipboard clean • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, plus AutoFill for one-time codes • Face ID / Touch ID lock • iCloud Keychain sync — your accounts appear automatically on all your Apple devices • Works completely offline PRIVATE BY DESIGN • No account or sign-up required • No analytics, no tracking, no ads • Your secrets never leave your devices and Apple's iCloud Keychain Now available in English, Russian, German, French, and Simplified Chinese. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Authenticator © App 2FA

Features
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Authenticator is a secure 2FA Authenticator, Password Manager, and Secure Vault that protects your online accounts and sensitive information. Generate TOTP and OTP verification codes, securely manage passwords, recovery codes, secret keys, API keys, wallet seed phrases, and secure notes—all in one private app. Easily switch from Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or another authenticator app by importing supported accounts and continuing to protect your accounts with industry-standard two-factor authentication. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) • Generate secure TOTP and OTP verification codes • Scan QR codes to add accounts instantly • Add accounts manually • Import supported authenticator export files • Copy verification codes with one tap • Works with thousands of services supporting two-factor authentication Password Manager & Secure Vault • Generate strong, unique passwords • Securely store passwords and recovery codes • Save secret keys, API keys, wallet seed phrases, and secure notes • Organize everything into folders • Quickly search your saved accounts and records Password Health • Check passwords against known data breaches • Find weak, reused, and compromised passwords • Improve your overall password security Privacy & Security • Protect your vault with Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode • Automatically lock the app after inactivity • Choose Light Mode, Dark Mode, or System Appearance • Securely store your data using the iOS Keychain Your passwords, authentication codes, recovery codes, secret keys, API keys, wallet seed phrases, and secure notes remain securely stored on your device. Password Health uses a privacy-preserving process that never sends your original passwords to the breach-checking service. Protect your digital life with secure 2FA authentication, password management, Password Health, and a private encrypted vault—all in one powerful Authenticator app. Subscription Unlock all premium features with an auto-renewing subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://manimaustudios.com/authenticator/privacypolicy.html Terms of Service: https://manimaustudios.com/authenticator/termsofservice.html

Screenshots

HotKey OTP4 screens
Authenticator © App 2FA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Authenticator © App 2FA at none against HotKey OTP's 2. HotKey OTP's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads 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. HotKey OTP sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Authenticator © App 2FA asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
HotKey OTP versus Authenticator © App 2FA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHotKey OTPAuthenticator © App 2FA
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHayk BareghamyanManimau Studios Pte Ltd

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HotKey OTP

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$14.99
None

Authenticator © App 2FA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HotKey OTP free?
HotKey OTP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator © App 2FA free?
Authenticator © App 2FA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HotKey OTP or Authenticator © App 2FA have ads?
Neither HotKey OTP nor Authenticator © App 2FA shows ads.

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