Comparison

PINACLE Pass® vs Extend for PNC

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PINACLE Pass®

This app generates one-time passcodes for secure authentication on the PINACLE desktop and mobile sites. Once your mobile token is activated by an administrator, you can easily access the required passcode to log in.

Highlights
  • Generates one-time passcodes
  • Secure authentication
  • Alternative to physical tokens
  • Token activation
  • Works with PINACLE desktop and mobile
Features
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PINACLE Pass® provides a secure, convenient alternative to carrying your physical token. Token passcodes generated with the PINACLE Pass App can be used on the PINACLE® desktop site and the PINACLE Mobile App any time a token passcode is required. Once a system administrator has assigned a mobile token to your Operator ID, you will be able to log in to the PINACLE Pass App to activate your token. After activation, and then anytime you open the app, you will see the one-time passcode needed for authentication. For questions or support, contact Treasury Management Client Care via telephone (1-800-669-1518) or via email (tmcc@pnc.com). PNC does not charge a fee for this application. However, third party message and data rates may apply. A supported mobile device is needed to use the PINACLE Pass App. Certain other restrictions may apply. See the Treasury Management Services Comprehensive Agreement. PNC and PINACLE are registered marks of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (“PNC”). Bank deposit, treasury management products and services are provided by PNC Bank, National Association, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PNC and Member FDIC. ©2026 The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. All rights reserved.

About

Extend for PNC

Features
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PNC Corporate clients can now make and manage payments using the Extend for PNC app. In this easy-to-use app, you can instantly create and send secure virtual cards to anyone in your network, improve oversight of spending, and automate reconciliation. Key features: • Instantly create and send virtual cards from your PNC Corporate Card • Set spending limits, active dates, and more • Assign reference codes and upload attachments for better expense management • Get real-time updates on spending activity and know who’s spending what and where • Streamline expense processes and automate reconciliation

Screenshots

PINACLE Pass®4 screens
Extend for PNC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Extend for PNC at every 5 days against PINACLE Pass®'s every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PINACLE Pass® ships an update every 2 months, Extend for PNC every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
PINACLE Pass® versus Extend for PNC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPINACLE Pass®Extend for PNC
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews7.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPNC Bank, N.A.Extend Enterprises

In-app purchases

None

PINACLE Pass®

No in-app purchases

None

Extend for PNC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PINACLE Pass® free?
PINACLE Pass® is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Extend for PNC free?
Extend for PNC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PINACLE Pass® or Extend for PNC have ads?
Neither PINACLE Pass® nor Extend for PNC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PINACLE Pass® or Extend for PNC?
PINACLE Pass® ships an update every 2 months, and Extend for PNC every 5 days. Most recently, PINACLE Pass® was updated on October 14, 2026 and Extend for PNC on October 3, 2026.

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