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Aegis Authenticator vs deskOTP
Both stand on authenticator apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Android
Aegis provides token management, encrypted storage and backup options without a subscription. Its Android-only scope and lack of multi-device sync matter for people using other platforms.
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Free plan LinuxMacWindows
deskOTP moves phone-authenticator backups and token management onto desktop systems. It combines broad import options, encrypted storage, locking controls, and account organization without a paid plan.
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| Aegis Authenticator | deskOTP | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | getaegis.app | extricator.github.io |
| On authenticator apps | #56 of 111 | #52 of 111 |
Aegis Authenticator: what it does well
- Free Android authenticator
- AES-256-GCM encrypted vault
- Supports HOTP and TOTP
- Imports from several authenticator apps
- Available on Google Play and F-Droid
What to know first
- No multi-device sync
- Some imports require root access
- Automatic cloud backup depends on provider support
- No plans for iOS or desktop ports
deskOTP: what it does well
- Free and open source under GPL-3.0
- Imports from 16 authenticator families
- Supports TOTP, HOTP, and Steam Guard
- AES-256-GCM vault encryption
- Search, sorting, and account reordering
What to know first
- Not a mobile app
- Linux requires two runtime libraries
- Primarily targets Linux
- Only English and Spanish listed
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