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Authy vs LoginTC

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.

Authy

Free plan AndroidiPhone

Choose Authy if you want a free Android or iOS authenticator with TOTP codes, encrypted cloud backup, and multi-device support. Its listed platform support is mobile, so people seeking an authenticator on another platform should look elsewhere.

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LoginTC

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+4

LoginTC offers varied authentication methods and deployment options, alongside a free plan for up to three users. Factor in the paid-plan minimum, five-license increments and annual billing when considering a larger rollout.

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The facts

	Authy	LoginTC
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone	Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Cloud Professional: $36 per user a year
Plans published	2	4
Maker	Not published	LoginTC
Website	authy.com	logintc.com
On authenticator apps	#12 of 111	#8 of 111

Authy: what it does well

Generates TOTP codes for two-factor authentication.
Encrypted cloud backup is included in the Free plan.
Supports use across multiple devices.
Available on Android and iOS.
Free plan costs nothing.

What to know first

Listed platforms are limited to Android and iOS.
The listed code type is TOTP.

LoginTC: what it does well

Offers cloud, on-premises, hybrid and air-gapped deployment.
Supports a range of authentication factors, including offline authentication.
Connectors cover VPN, directories and Windows access.
Free plan supports up to three users.
15-day trial requires no credit card.

What to know first

Paid subscriptions have a 15-user minimum.
Licenses are added in bundles of five.
Subscriptions are billed annually.
The REST API applies only to Cloud deployments.

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