Kipass vs Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kipass
A native, offline password manager that supports the open KeePass format. It offers robust security features, encrypted attachments, and multiple sync options without mandatory cloud storage or telemetry.
- Offline password management
- KeePass (.kdbx) format support
- Argon2id/AES-256 encryption
- TOTP and FIDO2/YubiKey support
- Breach checks and password health
- Encrypted attachments with editing
- Multiple sync options (Wi-Fi, SFTP, cloud)
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Kipass is a native, offline password manager that speaks the open KeePass format (.kdbx). No account, no forced cloud, no telemetry: nothing leaves your device until you turn it on yourself. Everything included, no paid tier: • Argon2id / AES-256 / ChaCha20 / Twofish encryption, 2FA codes (TOTP), FIDO2/YubiKey hardware keys • Breach checks (HIBP), password health score, Watchtower security dashboard • Threshold sharing (Shamir) for recovery, duress code and self-destruct • Encrypted attachments: photo editing, watermarking, document scanning, EXIF/GPS scrubbing, PNG/JPEG/JPEG 2000 conversion • Advanced search and Smart Groups, 3-way merge, import from 15+ formats (1Password, Bitwarden, Keeper, LastPass…) • Wi-Fi/LAN, WebDAV, SFTP, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive/SharePoint sync — encrypted, always optional • Native autofill, browser extension, Apple Watch • 39 languages, on iPhone, iPad, Mac Same engine, same file, everywhere — open your existing vault or start a new one, and keep full control of your data.
Authenticator
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Generate 2FA codes, manage passwords with AutoFill and get alerts when your accounts are exposed in data breaches. Your codes are created on your device and work fully offline. Fast, private and locked with Face ID. No account required. 2FA CODE GENERATOR • Instant setup: scan any QR code or enter a setup key by hand in seconds. • Works everywhere: industry-standard TOTP (RFC 6238) for all major platforms. • 100% offline: codes are generated right on your iPhone. • Quick copy: tap once to copy a code. PASSWORD MANAGER & AUTOFILL • Encrypted vault: keep all your logins safe in one place. • AutoFill: fill passwords and 2FA codes automatically in Safari and apps. • Password health check: find weak or reused passwords before hackers do. • Secured by the native iOS Keychain. SECURITY & BREACH MONITORING • Leak scanner: check if your email appears in known data breaches. • Security score: see the security of all your accounts at a glance. • Proactive alerts: get warned about weak or compromised credentials. PRIVATE BROWSER & ENCRYPTED BACKUP • In-app private browser: sign in quickly with your saved passwords and 2FA codes. • Secure cloud backup: back up your tokens and restore them easily on a new iPhone. MAXIMUM PRIVACY • Biometric lock: Face ID, Touch ID and PIN code. • No account required: your data stays private and under your control. WORKS WITH ALL MAJOR SERVICES Email, social media, shopping, payments, crypto exchanges, gaming, developer tools, cloud storage and work accounts. Any service that supports TOTP authentication. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION Upgrade to Premium to unlock unlimited accounts, encrypted cloud backup and advanced breach monitoring. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. • Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you buy a subscription. Download Authenticator today and take full control of your digital security. Terms of Use: https://softdroidapp.com/authshield/terms Privacy Policy: https://softdroidapp.com/authshield/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kipass at none against Authenticator's 3. Kipass also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and device support (4 vs 1). On price and ads 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
Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Kipass asks for nothing beyond the download.
Kipass ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Kipass | Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Kinevia | Naveed Ur Rahman Shah Ras khan |
In-app purchases
Kipass
No in-app purchases
Authenticator
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Monthly Plan$12.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year









