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Bitwarden Authenticator vs Authy: catalog facts
Bitwarden AuthenticatorAuthy
Free

Free to download and use.

Free

Free to use for consumers.

Android, iOS Android, iOS
  • Standalone app, separate from the password vault
  • Free to use
  • Encrypted backup and multi-device sync, which many authenticators lack
  • Mobile only
  • Few details published about import, export or backup on the product page
  • Desktop applications were retired; only mobile is supported
  • Account recovery is tied to a phone number, which is a known attack surface
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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