The Best Authy AlternativesTop Authenticators and other similar apps like Authy

Authy is described as 'Manage and secure two-factor authentication easily across Gmail, Dropbox, and more. Sync devices, secure backups, and enjoy offline access' and is a very popular Authenticator in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Authy for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, Android, iPad, Android Tablet and Mac apps. The best Authy alternative is Aegis Authenticator, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Authy are Ente Auth, Proton Authenticator, Bitwarden Authenticator and 1Password.

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  1. 1Password icon
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    Manage unique passwords and sensitive information with platform support for Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and more. Features include auto-fill, security alerts, and cross-device synchronization.

    64 1Password alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
  2. Aegis Authenticator is a free, secure and open source app to manage your 2-step verification tokens for your online services.

    50 Aegis Authenticator alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
     
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    Aegis Authenticator vs Authy Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    tangycandy
    1

    It's open source and it works great!

    Top Negative Comment
    rustPunk
    -2

    Leaving a negative comment, not because Aegis is bad, but because it's still not a good competitor/alternative to everything Authy offers in terms of convenience (iOS app, and desktop/Windows app). With these two, Aegis would NO DOUBT be the best out there.

    Violeta Carrasco
    Positive
    0

    I chose it because it is private, open, simpler and versatile, in my opinion

    3 of 8 comments
    • Aegis Authenticator is Free and Open SourceAuthy is Free and Proprietary
    • Aegis Authenticator is CustomizableAuthy is not according to our users
  3. Ente Auth icon
     179 likes

    Generates and stores two-factor authentication tokens with device encryption, offers secure cloud backup, multi-device synchronization, offline mode, and import/export through QR, file, or manual input. Migration and restore tools reduce risk of token loss.

    39 Ente Auth alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
     
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    Ente Auth vs Authy Comments
    kurifoxen
    Positive
    1

    Ente is miles better than most 2fa services atm and is completely open source and ad free

    Not to mention it now has proper cross device support with its own desktop application, following authys own 2fa being discontinued

    Really happy with this dev team imo the best 2fa service you can get atm

    Medi22
    Positive
    1

    FOSS alternative to Authy with mobile and website token sync. Can also import/export keys. Only question is how long Ente will keep the service free.

    nayote
    Positive
    2

    Open source, desktop app & mobile app

    • Ente Auth is Free and Open SourceAuthy is Free and Proprietary
    • Ente Auth is Security-focusedAuthy is not according to our users
  4. Protect your accounts with Proton Authenticator, a private and secure cross-device two-factor authentication (2FA) that works offline. Created by Proton, the creators of Proton Mail, Proton VPN, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass.

    61 Proton Authenticator alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  5. 1Password icon
     623 likes

    Manage unique passwords and sensitive information with platform support for Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and more. Features include auto-fill, security alerts, and cross-device synchronization.

    64 1Password alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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    1Password vs Authy Comments
    Ola Johansson
    Positive
    1

    It has a great built in 2FA system.

    Guest
    Negative
    2

    we're talking about 2FA apps, not password keeper

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • 1Password is Paid and ProprietaryAuthy is Free and Proprietary
    • 1Password is Security-focusedAuthy is not according to our users
  6. 2FAS Authenticator is a simple and free application for Two Factor Authentication (2FA Authentication) which generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP) and PUSH authentication*.

    67 2FA Authenticator (2FAS) alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    1
    2FA Authenticator (2FAS) vs Authy Comments
    altmagw3k
    Positive
    0

    Simple & pretty interface, does the job with no bullshit. Option to cloud sync with Google account, not mandatory.

    • 2FA Authenticator (2FAS) is Free and Open SourceAuthy is Free and Proprietary
  7. YubiKey icon
     35 likes

    The multi-protocol security key offers the highest assurance, protecting devices with passwordless workflows and strong 2FA against phishing. It plugs into computers, tablets, and mobile devices, integrates PIN or biometric for identity verification, and reduces helpdesk costs.

    25 YubiKey alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
     
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    1
    YubiKey vs Authy Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    Because it is the best Authenticator program out.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • YubiKey is Paid and ProprietaryAuthy is Free and Proprietary
  8. Google Authenticator generates 2-Step Verification codes on your phone.

    87 Google Authenticator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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    Google Authenticator vs Authy Comments
    Nick Scientist
    Negative
    1

    Authy is much better than Google Authenticator. Although local 2FA is more secure in general the security of the app itself is horrible. No cloud sync, only way to transfer 2FA is with the two devices next to each other and QR codes which is better than other solutions but much worse than Authy.

    askusWT
    Negative
    3

    You really must not use Google Authenticator. The security on this app is awful. It requires no authentication to access beyond the phone login, which places is apart from every 2FA app on this list - and not in a good way. Moreover, it has no backup or restore function.

    I have no idea why Google has left this in the dark ages, only that they have.

    • Google Authenticator is Free and ProprietaryAuthy is also Free and Proprietary
  9. FreeOTP icon
     77 likes

    FreeOTP is a two-factor authentication application for systems utilizing one-time password protocols with support for Android (6 or later) and iOS (11 or later). Tokens can be added easily by scanning a QR-code or by manually entering in the token configuration.

    57 FreeOTP alternatives

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  10. Stratum icon
     22 likes

    A free open-source two factor authentication app for Android. It features encrypted backups, icons, categories and a high level of customisation. It also has a Wear OS companion app.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Wear
    • F-Droid
     
  11. Sign in is easy, convenient, and secure when you use Microsoft Authenticator. Use your phone, not your password, to log into your Microsoft account. You simply have to enter your username, then approve the notification sent to your phone.

    65 Microsoft Authenticator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
     
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    Microsoft Authenticator vs Authy Comments
    Nick Scientist
    Positive
    0

    The only competitor to Authy. Try both and see what fits best for you.

    askusWT
    Positive
    0

    It's an excellent replacement for the now dated Google Authenticator, it comes with enhanced security and backup/restore. You can use it across platform - but only in so much as it requires your phone to authenticate the code. It can not be duplicated yet into a cross platform cross browser version

    • Microsoft Authenticator is Free and ProprietaryAuthy is also Free and Proprietary
  12. Authenticator generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes in your browser. Use it to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
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    1
    Authenticator Extension vs Authy Comments
    TRShadow
    Positive
    1

    It is one of the best 2FA alternatives that can be used on a PC. Authy is doing this on mobile because it does not have mobile support. On the PC, the Authenticator is the best option. Cloud support, encrypted backup, and a clipboard have features such as copying. There is also an automatic filling option for 2FA fields, but in some cases, it fills information on other fields.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Authenticator Extension is Free and Open SourceAuthy is Free and Proprietary
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