Best Software Authenticator Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free software authenticator apps? 20 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Software Authenticator Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Microsoft AuthenticatorMicrosoft AuthenticatorFree4.7★ (690K)NoNoAug 2026
2Google AuthenticatorGoogle AuthenticatorFree4.9★ (1.2M)NoNoSep 2026
32FA Authenticator (2FAS)2FA Authenticator (2FAS)Free4.7★ (35K)NoNoSep 2026
4Duo MobileDuo MobileFree4.9★ (2.2M)NoNoAug 2026
5FreeOTP AuthenticatorFreeOTP AuthenticatorFree3.2★ (173)NoNoAug 2026
6Specops AuthenticatorSpecops AuthenticatorFree1.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
7Authenticator App  #1Authenticator App #1Free4.6★ (1.4K)NoYesAug 2026
8RSA Authenticator (SecurID)RSA Authenticator (SecurID)Free2.7★ (327)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Software Authenticator

Microsoft Authenticator#1

Microsoft Authenticator by Microsoft Corporation

Protects your online identity
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.7😞(690K ratings)
Free
#2in Productivity
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Securely sign into online accounts with multi-factor authentication, passwordless login, or password autofill. Manage multiple accounts, including non-Microsoft services, and access Microsoft products and services seamlessly.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless authentication
  • 🔒 Secure login process
  • 👍 Convenient passwordless sign-in
  • 🚀 Smooth app performance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Broken Apple Watch functionality
  • 🐛 Backup and restore issues
  • 🐛 Confusing login flow
Google Authenticator#2

Google Authenticator by Google

Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.9😞(1.2M ratings)
Free
#3in Utilities
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Enhance your online security with a second verification step for your accounts. Generate codes directly on your phone, even offline, to protect against unauthorized access. Sync codes across devices for easy access and manage multiple accounts securely.

What We Love

  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 🔒 Secure authentication
  • 🚀 Simple and fast
  • 🔒 Reliable security

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Randomly deleted all codes
  • 🐛 Unreliable, lost access to accounts
  • 🐛 Timing issues, codes didn't work
2FA Authenticator (2FAS)#3

2FA Authenticator (2FAS) by Two Factor Authentication Service Inc.

#1 Rated 2FA Authenticator
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(35K ratings)
Free
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Securely log in to your online accounts with two-factor authentication. This app protects your personal data and passwords from cyber threats with a simple, private, and open-source solution. It offers easy token restoration, app protection, and offline functionality.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient and fast
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive UI
  • 💡 Customizable icons and folders

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔒 Lack of password/PIN protection
  • 🕰 No Apple Watch app

More Software Authenticator apps to explore

4
Duo Mobile
Duo Mobile
Duo Mobile
Security made simple
Free

Enhance login security with two-factor authentication. Generate passcodes or use one-tap push notifications for seamless access to your accounts. Manage authentication for multiple applications and web services.

Two-factor authenticationPasscode generationPush notification authentication
💼 Business
(2.2M)
free
5
FreeOTP Authenticator
FreeOTP Authenticator
FreeOTP Authenticator
by Red Hat
Free

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 passwordsWorks offline (airplane mode)Supports Google, Facebook, GitHub, etc.
🔧 Utilities
(173)
free
6
Specops Authenticator
Specops Authenticator
Specops Authenticator
by Specops Software Inc.
Free

This corporate application provides one-time password authentication for the Specops uReset service. It is designed for organizations using Specops uReset for self-service password management and multi-factor authentication.

One-time password authenticationSpecops uReset service integrationMulti-factor authentication
💼 Business
(1)
free
7
Authenticator App  #1
Authenticator App  #1
Authenticator App #1
Sign In to All Your Accounts
Free

Securely manage your online accounts with a fast and intuitive authenticator and QR scanner. Easily set up two-factor authentication and access your codes quickly. Keep track of your scan history for convenient access.

Setup 2FA accounts easilyScan QR code & BarcodeManage scan history
🔧 Utilities
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
8
RSA Authenticator (SecurID)
RSA Authenticator (SecurID)
RSA Authenticator (SecurID)
by RSA Security
Free

This app provides multi-factor authentication for enterprises, offering passwordless security through device-bound passkeys. It supports various authentication methods like OTP, biometrics, and push notifications to secure digital access.

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)Passwordless Security with PasskeysOne-Time Passcodes (OTP)
💼 Business
(327)
free
9
Vesta Authenticator
Vesta Authenticator
Vesta Authenticator
by Datalogic Software Inc.
Free

This app provides multi-factor authentication by generating unique one-time codes to verify user identity before granting access to Vesta services. It enhances security by adding an extra layer of verification.

Multi-factor authenticationOne-time code generationIdentity verification
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
10
BAuthenticator
BAuthenticator
BAuthenticator
by Beijing Ji'an Technology Co., Ltd
Free

This app provides a secure and convenient way to manage your two-factor authentication codes. It supports both manual entry of 16-digit keys and scanning QR codes for easy setup.

Supports 16-digit key entryQR code scanning for setupTwo-factor authentication management
🔧 Utilities
(43)
free
11
ID.me Authenticator
ID.me Authenticator
ID.me Authenticator
by ID.me
Free

This app provides a free multi-factor authentication solution for your account, adding an extra security layer to prevent unauthorized access. It generates secure verification tokens, including time-based codes and push notifications, to confirm your identity during login.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA)Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)Push notification verification
📊 Productivity
(100K)
free
12
Auth+ 2FA Authenticator
Auth+ 2FA Authenticator
Auth+ 2FA Authenticator
Keep your accounts secure.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
13
BAAR-IGA Authenticator
BAAR-IGA Authenticator
BAAR-IGA Authenticator
BAAR-IGA MFA
Free

This app facilitates two-factor authentication by sending One-Time Passwords (OTPs) to your registered device. It's designed to verify user identities and grant access to applications and websites, requiring both OTP and passwords for validation.

Two-factor authenticationOne-Time Password (OTP) generationUser identity verification
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
free
14
Authenticator App+
Authenticator App+
Authenticator App+
2FA Two Factor Authentication
Free

Secure your online accounts with this app. It generates and stores two-factor authentication codes for popular services. Features include QR code scanning, end-to-end encryption, and device syncing.

Generate and store 2FA/MFA codesScan QR codes or enter manuallyEnd-to-end encryption
📊 Productivity
(12K)
subscription
15
Zero Authenticator
Zero Authenticator
Zero Authenticator
Privacy-first 2FA solution.
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Authenticator App - OneAuth
Authenticator App - OneAuth
Authenticator App - OneAuth
Secure your online accounts
Free

Secure your online accounts with industry-standard two-factor authentication. Easily add accounts, generate time-based OTPs, and benefit from encrypted backups. Organize and manage your TFA with features like folders, brand logos, and search.

Add accounts via QR code or manual entryTime-based OTPs (offline access)Encrypted backup and secure recovery
🔧 Utilities
(33K)
free
17
Authenticator: OTP, 2FA
Authenticator: OTP, 2FA
Authenticator: OTP, 2FA
2FA, OTP & Secure Login
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
18
Authenticator App 2FA — Lokio
Authenticator App 2FA — Lokio
Authenticator App 2FA — Lokio
OTP, MFA & TOTP code manager
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Authenticator ℠
Authenticator ℠
Authenticator ℠
2FA, Two Factor Authentication
Free

This app provides two-factor authentication (2FA) for your online accounts and acts as a secure vault for passwords and credit card information. It offers multiple ways to add accounts, integrates with Microsoft, and uses local encryption for maximum privacy on macOS.

Two-factor authentication (2FA)Password managementEncrypted credit card storage
📊 Productivity
(34)
free with in-app purchases
20
Salesforce Authenticator
Salesforce Authenticator
Salesforce Authenticator
by salesforce.com
Free

Enhance your online security with multi-factor authentication. This app sends push notifications to your device for identity verification, allowing you to approve or deny login attempts with a simple tap. It also offers one-time verification codes for offline use and can automate approvals for trusted locations.

Multi-factor authenticationPush notification approvalsOne-time verification codes
💼 Business
(4.3K)
free

FAQ about Software Authenticator

What are the best software authenticator apps for iPhone?
Microsoft Authenticator tops our software authenticator apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 690K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top software authenticator apps we rank are free to download, including Microsoft Authenticator and Google Authenticator.
Microsoft Authenticator has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ software authenticator apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Microsoft Authenticator is a mobile application designed to enhance online security. It provides multi-factor authentication (MFA), passwordless login options, and password autofill capabilities for various online accounts, including personal, work, and school accounts.
When MFA is enabled, after entering your password, you'll be prompted to verify your identity. This can be done by approving a notification sent to the app or by entering a time-based one-time password (OTP) generated by the app. These OTP codes refresh every 30 seconds and do not require a network connection.