Comparison

FreeOTP Authenticator vs OTP Keyboard

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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!

About

OTP Keyboard

Features
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OTP Keyboard generates standard TOTP/HOTP verification codes on your device and puts them right where you need them: on your keyboard and in AutoFill. NO APP SWITCHING • A dedicated keyboard shows your codes right below any login field — tap once to type them • Verification-code AutoFill fills codes without opening the app • One-tap copy, and copied codes clear from the clipboard after 30 seconds QUICK SETUP • Scan a setup QR code with the camera, read one from a photo, or enter the key manually • Works with GitHub, Google, AWS, Notion and every service that supports authenticator apps (TOTP/HOTP, SHA-1/256/512, 6 or 8 digits) PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Secret keys are stored in iCloud Keychain and sync end-to-end encrypted across your devices • Codes are generated on device — nothing is sent to our servers, and there are no analytics • Face ID lock, hidden App Switcher preview, and encrypted file backups • The keyboard never logs what you type; without Full Access it still works as a number pad SIMPLE TO MANAGE • Drag cards to reorder — the keyboard list follows your order • Search, edit, and organize your accounts OTP Keyboard is built for one thing: getting your two-factor code into the field in front of you, faster.

Screenshots

FreeOTP Authenticator2 screens
OTP Keyboard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: FreeOTP Authenticator at 3 against OTP Keyboard's 1. FreeOTP Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FreeOTP Authenticator versus OTP Keyboard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFreeOTP AuthenticatorOTP Keyboard
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (172 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings172 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRed HatCREATIVE JOO Inc.

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

OTP Keyboard

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FreeOTP Authenticator

No in-app purchases

None

OTP Keyboard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FreeOTP Authenticator free?
FreeOTP Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OTP Keyboard free?
OTP Keyboard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FreeOTP Authenticator or OTP Keyboard have ads?
Neither FreeOTP Authenticator nor OTP Keyboard shows ads.

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