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FreeOTP alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave FreeOTP: limited backup and no sync, and basic interface and organisation. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces FreeOTP, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. FreeOTP+ currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Ente Auth logoEnte AuthOpen sourceYesAndroid, iOS, Windows +35 of 557.2
  1. Ente Auth logo

    1. Ente AuthTop pick

    Best for: People who want encrypted 2FA sync across phone and computer from an open-source app

    Open sourceSelf-hostableAndroid, iOS, Windows, macOS, Linux, Web

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from FreeOTP

    Open source with encrypted sync if you need codes on several devices.

    Pros

    • End-to-end encrypted sync on every major platform
    • Free and open source, with self-hosting possible
    • Works offline without an account
    • Easy import and export

    Cons

    • Sync requires an Ente account
    • Interface is plain
    • No browser extension for filling codes
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Ente Auth a good FreeOTP alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Oct 25, 2026help.ente.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Encrypted backups
    End-to-end encrypted, externally audited
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ente.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS, Android, web, macOS, Linux, Windows
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ente.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Use without an account
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ente.io(opens source in a new tab)

The best FreeOTP alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

FreeOTP+ logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for most people

FreeOTP+

A fork with backups to Google Drive, search, categories and a modern UI.

Aegis Authenticator logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for a free option

Aegis Authenticator

Encrypted vault, imports and automatic backups on Android.

2FAS Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for open source

2FAS Auth

Free and open source on both iOS and Android, with a browser extension.

Ente Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for self-hosting

Ente Auth

Open source with encrypted sync if you need codes on several devices.

Ente Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for Mac

Ente Auth

Open source with encrypted sync if you need codes on several devices.

Ente Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for Windows

Ente Auth

Open source with encrypted sync if you need codes on several devices.

Ente Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for Linux

Ente Auth

Open source with encrypted sync if you need codes on several devices.

2FAS Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for iPhone and Android

2FAS Auth

Free and open source on both iOS and Android, with a browser extension.

Ente Auth logo

Best FreeOTP alternative for working in the browser

Ente Auth

Open source with encrypted sync if you need codes on several devices.

FreeOTP alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to FreeOTP?

FreeOTP+ ranks first right now. A fork with backups to Google Drive, search, categories and a modern UI. Aegis Authenticator and 2FAS Auth follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to FreeOTP?

Yes. FreeOTP+ (open source), Aegis Authenticator (open source), 2FAS Auth (open source) and Ente Auth (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to FreeOTP?

Yes: FreeOTP+, Aegis Authenticator, 2FAS Auth and Ente Auth. Ente Auth can also be self-hosted.

Which FreeOTP alternatives work on Linux?

Ente Auth runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from FreeOTP?

The complaints we hear most: limited backup and no sync; basic interface and organisation; fewer features than its fork FreeOTP+.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces FreeOTP, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.