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deskOTP vs Raivo OTP
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 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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Free plan iPhoneMac
Raivo OTP combines common one-time-password formats with encrypted backups, iCloud synchronization, and offline storage. Its platform choice is narrow, so it fits Apple-device users rather than mixed-device households.
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| deskOTP | Raivo OTP | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | extricator.github.io | raivo-otp.com |
| On authenticator apps | #52 of 111 | #48 of 111 |
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
Raivo OTP: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Supports TOTP and HOTP
- Encrypted ZIP exports
- iCloud synchronization on iOS
- Offline storage option
What to know first
- Only available on iOS and macOS
- No Windows or Android support
- Mac companion depends on iOS app
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