MyBDF vs Metro Bank Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyBDF
This app simplifies managing your finances by consolidating all your financial information into one accessible location. It uses advanced technology to provide a clear overview of your financial life, helping you achieve your life goals.
- Consolidated financial view
- Cutting-edge technology
- Simplified financial access
- Goal achievement support
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We help you enjoy a full life. A clear understanding of your finances is important to achieving that goal. MyBDF harnesses cutting-edge technology to make accessing everything in your financial life in one location simpler.
Metro Bank Authenticator
This app provides a secure and convenient way for Metro Bank Business customers to authenticate online banking actions. It replaces the need for a physical security device, allowing for quick verification of logins, payments, and account changes directly from your mobile.
- Authenticate online banking actions
- Secure login verification
- Approve new payment setups
- Confirm account changes
- Replaces physical security devices
- Convenient mobile authentication
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We believe that people come first, and that everyone deserves a great experience every step of the way – whether it’s on our app, online or face to face. We’re here to make your life (and your banking) easier, which is why we’ve created our Authenticator app for our Metro Bank Business customers. Need some help? Our Local Business Managers and Relationship Managers are on hand to support you and your business. Features: You can use this app to authenticate certain actions on your Metro Bank Business online banking, like logging in, setting up new payments, or making changes to your account. It only takes a few taps – and there’s no need to worry about finding your physical security device. Metro Bank’s Authenticator app is available for customers registered for Commercial Online Banking and Business Online Plus. Standard data charges from your mobile service provider may apply. Help and support: If you experience any issues downloading or registering the Metro Bank Authenticator app, please visit us in store or call us on 0345 08 08 500. Metro Bank PLC. Registered in England and Wales. Company number: 6419578. Registered office: One Southampton Row, London, WC1B 5HA. We are authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority. Metro Bank PLC is an independent UK Bank - it is not affiliated with any other bank or organisation (including the METRO newspaper or its publishers) anywhere in the world. "Metrobank" is the registered trademark of Metro Bank PLC. more
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MyBDF at every 2 months against Metro Bank Authenticator's every 12 months. On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MyBDF ships an update every 2 months, Metro Bank Authenticator every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyBDF | Metro Bank Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 143 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Balasa Dinverno Foltz LLC | MetroBank |
Customer experience
MyBDF
Metro Bank Authenticator
In-app purchases
MyBDF
No in-app purchases
Metro Bank Authenticator
No in-app purchases
Questions
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