Comparison

Phloem vs Authenticator App ‧

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

Head to head
About

Phloem

This app helps truck drivers monitor real-time turnaround times at lumber mills. Drivers can select mills, track their arrival, and report issues to other users. It aims to optimize delivery routes and reduce waiting times.

Highlights
  • Real-time mill turnaround times
  • Select and manage mills
  • Automatic line detection
  • Push notifications for mill issues
  • Driver-to-driver communication
Features
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Phloem currently offers the following features: • By selecting the mills that you deliver wood to, you are able to see the current turnaround times for trucks at the mills selected. • Drivers can add or remove mills under the setting feature. • Before the driver heads to the mill, he/she selects "Head to this mill." • If the driver is held outside the scale house, the app automatically detects this and will ask you if you are waiting in line. If you select yes, turnaround time will start at this point. • If problems are encountered at mill with truck unloading, the driver can send a push notification to all drivers with that mill selected by selecting "Notify Drivers" and then selecting the issue from the drop down menu. Only one notification can be active at any time. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

Authenticator App ‧

Enhance your account security with advanced two-factor authentication. This app provides double encryption, secure iCloud backup, and seamless integration with over 1000 popular services. It offers face recognition for effortless login and robust verification processes to protect your sensitive information.

Highlights
  • Two-step verification
  • QR code account addition
  • Encrypted iCloud backup
  • Compatibility with 1000+ apps
  • Face recognition login
Features
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Authenticator is an advanced app designed to enhance your account security through efficient account management and robust verification processes,which provides an extra layer of protection through double encryption. This significantly boosts the security of your accounts against unauthorized access. Additionally, the iCloud storage and sync capabilities ensure that your verification codes are securely backed up and easily accessible, preventing any loss. All features are unlocked with a subscription, allowing you to take full advantage of Authenticator’s comprehensive security solutions to safeguard your sensitive information effortlessly. You can gain all the benefits included: 1.Dual security with two-step verification Secure your accounts by generating a two-step verification code during the login process. This dual authentication method adds an extra layer of protection, ensuring that only authorized one can access the accounts. By requiring a second code, it significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access. 2.Secure account addition via QR code scanning With authenticator,you can easily scan and add accounts, streamlining the setup process. This intuitive QR code scanning simplifies adding accounts, making it fast and convenient. Once added, you can manage all your accounts securely in one place, eliminating the need to remember multiple login credentials. 3.Encrypted iCloud backup for verification codes Authenticator offers a robust iCloud storage that securely backs up your verification codes,which ensures that your codes are safe from loss or theft, providing easy access whenever needed, and you can trust that your sensitive data is protected while being readily available for use. 4.Compatibility with over 1000 popular apps Support and integrate with more than 1000 popular applications, such as Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, Google, Instagram and more,providing flexible usage across various platforms. 5.Face recognition for seamless authentication Our app incorporates advanced face recognition technology, allowing you to log in effortlessly and securely.With just a glance that you can authenticate your identity, eliminating the need for traditional passwords or verification codes. Subscription Pricing: - Auto-renewable yearly subscription at USD 39.99/year - Auto-renewable yearly subscription with 3-day trial at USD 49.99/year - Lifetime at USD 49.99 Note - Payment will be charged to the iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - The user and auto-renewal may manage subscriptions may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Contact us by: support@normalv.com Terms of Use:https://www.normalv.com/terms.html Privacy Policy:https://www.normalv.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Phloem4 screens
Authenticator App ‧4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Phloem at 5.0 against Authenticator App ‧'s 2.5. Phloem also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). Authenticator App ‧'s advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 4) and update cadence (every 5 months vs every 10 months). On price, ads 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. Authenticator App ‧ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year. Phloem asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Phloem holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ‧ has 1.1K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phloem ships an update every 10 months, Authenticator App ‧ every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Phloem versus Authenticator App ‧: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhloemAuthenticator App ‧
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better2.5 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings41.1K — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 5 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB32 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMcCraw Energy LLCNormal Vector

Customer experience

Phloem

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Authenticator App ‧

All ratings1,134 ratings
Positive36.8%
Neutral1.5%
Negative61.7%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Phloem

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App ‧

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App not working as expected
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel

In-app purchases

None

Phloem

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Authenticator App ‧

Subscriptions3
  • Yearly VIP$39.991 Year
  • Yearly VIP$49.991 Year
  • Yearly 3DaysTrail VIP3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime VIP$49.99

Questions

Is Phloem free?
Phloem is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator App ‧ free?
Authenticator App ‧ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Phloem or Authenticator App ‧?
Phloem is rated higher. Phloem averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Authenticator App ‧ averages 2.5 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Phloem or Authenticator App ‧ have ads?
Neither Phloem nor Authenticator App ‧ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Phloem or Authenticator App ‧?
Phloem ships an update every 10 months, and Authenticator App ‧ every 5 months. Most recently, Phloem was updated on October 11, 2026 and Authenticator App ‧ on October 10, 2026.

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