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Authenticator App by 2Stable vs Authenticator Plus

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.

Authenticator App by 2Stable

Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1

Authenticator App by 2Stable combines TOTP code storage, encrypted iCloud synchronization, offline use, and browser autofill. Its free plan and broad listed platform coverage make it suitable for multi-device account protection.

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Authenticator Plus

Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac

Authenticator Plus combines passcode generation with account organization, protection, and synchronization. The free plan covers core verification features, while several cross-device and cloud functions are listed under Pro.

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The facts

	Authenticator App by 2Stable	Authenticator Plus
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, Extension, iPhone, Mac	Android, iPhone, Mac
Lowest paid plan	Not published	Free or on request
Plans published	None	2
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	authenticator.2stable.com	authenticatorplus.com
On authenticator apps	#49 of 111	#53 of 111

Authenticator App by 2Stable: what it does well

Free plan available
End-to-end encrypted authentication codes
Works without a user account
Browser autofill across listed browsers
Offline code generation

What to know first

Android version has a waiting list notice
Sync depends on private iCloud for cloud backup
Supports TOTP codes only
Some features rely on listed browsers

Authenticator Plus: what it does well

Generates two-step verification codes
256-bit AES and hardware-backed encryption
Syncs across listed phones, tablets, and watches
Backup and restore options
Account search and customization

What to know first

Privacy policy took effect in 2014
Support contacts can involve device and email data

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