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Authenticator by Matt Rubin vs TOTP Manager
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 iPhoneMac
Authenticator by Matt Rubin focuses on local, offline one-time-password generation with several setup methods. Its lack of synchronization and backup inclusion matters for anyone using multiple devices.
Visit Authenticator by Matt Rubin Free plan LinuxMacWindows
TOTP Manager covers core desktop TOTP tasks across Linux, macOS, and Windows without network access. Its plain-text local storage and lack of synchronization or encrypted backup are important limitations for managing sensitive accounts.
Visit TOTP ManagerThe facts
| Authenticator by Matt Rubin | TOTP Manager | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | mattrubin.me | github.com |
| On authenticator apps | #69 of 111 | #65 of 111 |
Authenticator by Matt Rubin: what it does well
- Supports TOTP and HOTP codes
- QR, URL and manual account setup
- Credentials stored encrypted in iOS Keychain
- Maker says it never connects to internet
- Open source under MIT License
What to know first
- No multi-device sync
- Tokens stay on one device
- Tokens excluded from iCloud and unencrypted backups
- Available on iOS and macOS only
TOTP Manager: what it does well
- Free and open-source desktop authenticator
- Works offline on three desktop platforms
- Six-digit codes refresh every 30 seconds
- JSON import and label search
- One-click clipboard copying
What to know first
- No encrypted backup
- No multi-device synchronization
- Secret keys stored unencrypted at rest
- Tauri webview code could access secrets
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