OTPClient alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave OTPClient: linux only, and no sync with phones. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces OTPClient, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Authenticator (GNOME) currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Authenticator (GNOME)	Open source	Yes	Linux	4 of 4	66.5
2	Ente Auth	Open source	Yes	Android, iOS, Windows +3	5 of 5	62.6
3	Proton Authenticator	Free	Yes	iOS, Android, macOS +2	4 of 4	57.2
4	KeePassXC	Free	Yes	Windows, macOS, Linux +1	1 of 3	45.6

1. Authenticator (GNOME)Top pick
Best for: Linux desktop users who want their 2FA codes in a native GNOME app
Open sourceLinux
66.5
score / 100
Why switch from OTPClient
Simpler GNOME app with Shell search and backup import.
Pros
Native GNOME app with Shell search integration
Imports and exports Aegis and FreeOTP+ backups
Password lock and QR scanning from screenshots
Free and open source
Cons
Linux only
No built-in sync between devices
Best suited to GNOME desktops
Visit Authenticator (GNOME) Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.3100
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 Authenticator (GNOME) a good OTPClient alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
License
GPL-3.0 or later
Checked Oct 25, 2026gitlab.gnome.org(opens source in a new tab)
Code types
TOTP, HOTP and Steam
Checked Oct 25, 2026apps.gnome.org(opens source in a new tab)
Backup formats
FreeOTP+, Aegis, andOTP, Google Authenticator
Checked Oct 25, 2026apps.gnome.org(opens source in a new tab)
Distribution
Flathub
Checked Oct 25, 2026apps.gnome.org(opens source in a new tab)
2. Ente Auth
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
62.6
score / 100
Why switch from OTPClient
Linux desktop app with encrypted sync to your phone.
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
Visit Ente Auth Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.387
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 OTPClient 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)
3. Proton Authenticator
Best for: People who want free encrypted 2FA sync on phone and desktop from a privacy-focused company
FreeOpen sourceiOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Linux
57.2
score / 100
Why switch from OTPClient
Linux app with end-to-end encrypted sync across devices.
Pros
Free and open source with no account required
End-to-end encrypted sync across devices
Desktop apps for Windows, Mac and Linux, plus Apple Watch
Cons
Sync requires a Proton account
Newer app with fewer organisation features
No browser extension of its own
Visit Proton Authenticator Details and reviews
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 Proton Authenticator a good OTPClient alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Platforms
iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, Android, Linux, Windows
Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
Price
Free
Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
Account required
No
Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
Encrypted backups
End-to-end encrypted
Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
4. KeePassXC
Best for: Users who want a fully offline password manager with no account
FreeOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Browser extension
45.6
score / 100
Why switch from OTPClient
Stores TOTP secrets inside a cross-platform offline password database.
Pros
Free and open source
Fully offline, no account
Hardware key support
Cons
You manage syncing yourself
No official mobile apps
Visit KeePassXC Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.346
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1553
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is KeePassXC a good OTPClient alternative?
Verified facts
1 of 3 verified
Price
Free
Not checked yetkeepassxc.org(opens source in a new tab)
Open source
Yes
Not checked yetgithub.com(opens source in a new tab)
Storage
Local encrypted file
Checked Oct 24, 2026keepassxc.org(opens source in a new tab)

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Authenticator (GNOME)

Simpler GNOME app with Shell search and backup import.