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QuickOTP Authenticator Passkey vs Step Two
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
QuickOTP combines TOTP generation and passkey storage with local, account-free operation on Apple devices. The free tier covers core 2FA, while backup and customization require the optional subscription.
Visit QuickOTP Authenticator Passkey
Free plan ExtensioniPhoneMac
Step Two combines TOTP code generation with Apple-device support, optional iCloud backup, and Safari autofill. Check the 10-account free-plan limit and the access required by its extension before choosing it.
Visit Step TwoThe facts
| QuickOTP Authenticator Passkey | Step Two | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Extension, iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Unlimited: $9.99, paid once |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | quickotp.app | steptwo.app |
| On authenticator apps | #50 of 111 | #54 of 111 |
QuickOTP Authenticator Passkey: what it does well
- Free everyday 2FA tier
- Works offline with local Keychain storage
- Passkeys and codes in system AutoFill
- Face ID or Touch ID protection
- No ads or tracking listed
What to know first
- Only iOS and macOS platforms
- Backup and export require Pro
- Pro costs $1.99 a month
Step Two: what it does well
- Generates six-digit TOTP codes every 30 seconds
- Supports iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS
- Optional encrypted iCloud backup and synchronization
- Safari extension can autofill verification codes
- Free download available
What to know first
- Free plan limits accounts to 10
- Safari autofill requires visited-page access
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