Authy vs NetGuard
A detailed comparison to help you choose between Authy and NetGuard.
Authy Multi-device 2FA app with cloud sync. | NetGuard No-root firewall for Android. | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3 (148 reviews) | 4.5 (344 reviews) |
| Pricing Model | free | freemium |
| Starting Price | Free | From $0/mo |
| Best For | Best for users adding extra security with two-factor authentication | Best for users wanting network-level firewall protection |
| Free Tier | ||
| API Access | ||
| Team Features | ||
| Open Source | ||
| Tags | — | — |
Authy
Pros
- + Free for end users
- + Encrypted backups with documented crypto design
- + Multi-device token syncing available
- + Works offline for code generation
- + Can disable new device installs
Cons
- - Desktop app ended March 19, 2024
- - No simple official token export
- - Cloud sync increases account attack surface
- - Twilio breach history includes Authy user impact
NetGuard
Pros
- + Per-app firewall without rooting
- + Open-source (GPLv3) and publicly reviewed
- + Detailed per-app and global traffic logs
- + Hosts-file domain blocking via GitHub/F-Droid builds
- + Pro features via one-time donation option
- + Good for diagnosing background network activity
Cons
- - Uses Android VPN slot; conflicts with real VPNs
- - Play Store version can’t do ad blocking
- - Domain blocking fails with DoH/DoT enabled
- - Can’t block YouTube ads via domains
- - Unsupported in some work/dual-app environments
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