FreeOTP Authenticator vs eduMFA Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FreeOTP Authenticator
Generate one-time passwords for enhanced online account security. This app creates temporary codes that, when used with your regular password, significantly strengthen your login protection. It functions even without an internet connection.
- Generates one-time passwords
- Works offline (airplane mode)
- Supports Google, Facebook, GitHub, etc.
- Compatible with TOTP/HOTP protocols
- Open source software
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FreeOTP adds a second layer of security for your online accounts. This works by generating one-time passwords on your mobile devices which can be used in conjunction with your normal password to make your login nearly impossible to hack. These passwords can be generated even when your phone is in airplane mode. FreeOTP works with many of the great online services you already use, including Google, Facebook, Evernote, GitHub and many more! FreeOTP also may work for your private corporate security if they implement the standardized TOTP or HOTP protocols. This includes great enterprise solutions like FreeIPA. FreeOTP is open source and free software! Licensed under the Apache 2.0 license, you can obtain the source code for FreeOTP at https://fedorahosted.org/freeotp for review or modification. Contributions are welcome!
eduMFA Authenticator
Securely verify your identity with educational institutions using this app. It provides fast authentication via push notifications, allowing you to approve or decline login requests with a single tap. Manage multiple tokens and maintain control over your authentication process.
- Fast and secure identity verification
- Push notification authentication
- Approve/decline login requests with one tap
- Manage multiple tokens
- Efficient search functionality
- User-friendly interface
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The eduMFA Authenticator app offers a fast and secure way to verify your identity with educational institutions using eduMFA. Authenticate effortlessly with push notifications—approve or decline login requests with a single tap. Manage multiple tokens, search efficiently, and stay in control of your authentication requests. Designed for simplicity, security, and ease of use.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: FreeOTP Authenticator at 36% against eduMFA Authenticator's 0%. FreeOTP Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FreeOTP Authenticator ships an update every 6 months, eduMFA Authenticator every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FreeOTP Authenticator | eduMFA Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (172 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 36.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 172 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 5 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Red Hat | Gesellschaft fuer wissenschaftliche Datenverarbeitung mbH |
Customer experience
FreeOTP Authenticator
eduMFA Authenticator
Bugs and requests
FreeOTP Authenticator
Reported bugs
3 issues- Camera not working for QR code scanning
- App crashing on launch or when unlocking accounts
- UI issues on larger iOS devices
Requested features
4 requests- Add ability to manually enter account details
- Implement iCloud/cloud backup sync
- Allow renaming and deleting of accounts
- Provide Apple Watch support
eduMFA Authenticator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FreeOTP Authenticator
No in-app purchases
eduMFA Authenticator
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is FreeOTP Authenticator free?
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