Alternatives to Authy
Twilio's synced 2FA app
Authy ranks #5 of 10 in Authenticator apps, with an Alt Score of 55. It is proprietary, free and available on iOS and Android. 9 of 9 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
Individuals who want stronger login security than passwords alone, especially anyone juggling 2FA codes across many online accounts and multiple phones or tablets.
A free authenticator app that generates time-based one-time passcodes (TOTP) for two-factor authentication. Codes are backed up to an encrypted cloud backup and synced across devices, so losing a phone doesn't mean losing access to your accounts. Desktop apps were discontinued by Twilio in 2024; only the iOS and Android mobile apps remain actively supported.
You add an account by scanning a QR code or entering a setup key from the service you're securing, and Authy generates a rotating 2FA code you enter alongside your password at login. The encrypted backup keeps those accounts synced if you install Authy on a new or additional device.
Where Authy stands out
Verified capabilities most alternatives don't have.
Why people leave Authy
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Ranked alternatives
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Feature comparison
How Authy compares with its alternatives, feature by feature.
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Every fact and feature listed for Authy is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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License Proprietary verified 2026-07-11
Twilio owns all right, title, and interest in and to the Authy App.
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Pricing model Free verified 2026-07-11
Free
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/twilio-authy/id494168017 -
Platforms iOS, Android verified 2026-07-11
Mobile
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Status active verified 2026-07-11
Download Authy
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TOTP Yes verified 2026-07-11
The Authy app generates secure 2 step verification tokens on your device.
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Encrypted backup Yes verified 2026-07-11
We encrypt your data, and only decrypt on the devices using a password only you know.
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Multi-device sync Yes verified 2026-07-11
Sync 2FA Across Mobile and Tablet
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Browser extension No verified 2026-07-11
Authy for Chrome & Chrome Extension will no longer be supported.
https://www.twilio.com/en-us/blog/products/authy-chrome-app-extension-end-life -
Apple Watch / Wear OS Partial verified 2026-07-11
On any device. Your phone, tablet, even your Apple Watch.
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Import from other apps No verified 2026-07-11
The Authy application does not allow importing or exporting 2FA account tokens
https://help.twilio.com/articles/19753420684059-Export-or-Import-Tokens-in-the-Authy-app -
Export allowed No verified 2026-07-11
The Authy application does not allow importing or exporting 2FA account tokens
https://help.twilio.com/articles/19753420684059-Export-or-Import-Tokens-in-the-Authy-app -
Open source No verified 2026-07-11
Twilio owns all right, title, and interest in and to the Authy App.
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Push-based approvals Yes verified 2026-07-11
Open the app, read the request, review and approve.
https://www.twilio.com/en-us/blog/products/launches/more-authy-innovation-onetouch-now-on-desktop
FAQ
Yes. 2FAS, Stratum and Ente Auth have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.
2FAS, Stratum and Ente Auth — every license claim links its source.