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KDE Keysmith vs Stratum
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 Linux
Keysmith covers core offline TOTP and HOTP generation for Linux, with configurable token details and otpauth:// URI parsing. Its listed capabilities do not include push approvals, encrypted backups, or team administration.
Visit KDE Keysmith Free plan Android
Stratum offers broad code support, local operation, encrypted backups, and an auditable open-source project. Android users should note its iOS absence, import dependencies, and platform-specific Wear OS limitation.
Visit StratumThe facts
| KDE Keysmith | Stratum | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | apps.kde.org | stratumauth.com |
| On authenticator apps | #76 of 111 | #72 of 111 |
KDE Keysmith: what it does well
- Free, open source, and no limits stated
- Generates both TOTP and HOTP codes
- Works offline
- Supports issuer settings and advanced token details
- Accepts otpauth:// URIs from the command line
What to know first
- Linux is the only listed supported platform
- No push approvals
- No encrypted backup
- No team administration
Stratum: what it does well
- Supports multiple authentication code types
- Works without Internet access
- Offers encrypted backups
- Provides password and biometric protection
- Publishes source under GPL 3.0
What to know first
- No iOS version
- No cloud synchronization
- Imports depend on source-app export
- Wear OS does not support HOTP
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