Comparison

Push Authenticator Pro 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

Push Authenticator Pro

Streamline your logins with instant push notifications for verification codes. Avoid manual entry by simply tapping 'Send' on your phone to automatically transfer codes to your browser. Quickly find and access your 2FA codes with a built-in search filter.

Highlights
  • Push notification authentication
  • Automatic verification code transfer
  • Action extension for clipboard copy
  • Search filter for 2FA codes
  • End-to-end encryption for data transfer
  • Secure storage of 2FA secrets
Features
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Login in quickly and safely with push notification. Tired of finding the right code for the site and manually typing in 6 digits on your keyboard? You can now just press "Send" on your phone and 6 digit verification codes are sent to your Chrome browser automatically. Features: * push notification. Send verification codes with push of a button. * action extension : Select share from your favorite web browser, and copy the matching verification code to the clipboard. Your login is one paste away. * search filter: find 2FA codes faster * constantly adding supported sites. Security: 1. Safe data transfer between device and Chrome extension using end-to-end encryption. 2. app only sends the current verification digits when you press "Send" button. It does NOT send anything or reveal about the secret code. 3. Your 2FA code secrets are kept encrypted and is not included in a backup. It never leaves the device. To use push notification, please install "Push Authenticator Pro" Chrome extension available free from Chrome Web Store: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/push-authenticator-pro/bmkgobnckmhcmpdhojfmanpanbhjfmce

About

Authenticator app

This app provides secure two-factor authentication for over 1000 popular online accounts. It offers quick access via widgets and Apple Watch, and ensures your data is safe with no internet exchange. Easily set up accounts by scanning QR codes or entering secret keys.

Highlights
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA)
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Supports 1000+ apps
  • Apple Watch support
  • Quick widget support
  • QR code scanning
  • Encrypted backup
Features
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Authenticator app is a highly recommended free 2FA app used for securing your accounts on different platforms such as Instagram, Google, Facebook, Github, Twitter and many more. We support 1000+ apps for authentication! Take a look at the unique features of the app: - Apple Watch Support Now access your 2-factor & multi-factor authentication codes from your Apple watch for faster accessibility. - Quick Widget Support Add widgets to your screen for faster, easier 2FA & Multi-Factor Authentication. - Super Safe & Secure: Your passwords are safe and sound as the app has no data exchange with the internet, so no one can get to know it except you. - Scan QR Code: Just one tap QR scan for easy access and hassle-free registration. - Enter Code Manually: Enter a secret key to the app for secure authentication. - Supports All Popular Accounts: Authenticator app supports the most popular services including Facebook, Coinbase, Amazon, Google, Instagram, Roblox and thousands of other providers. - No Password Stored: The application generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP), stored on the user's phone without internet access. This solution dramatically increases login security. - Encrypted Backup: In Authenticator, you can always make a secure encrypted backup, in case you lose your device or switch to a new one. For a safe and secure experience try the application NOW! Privacy Policy: https://maximaapps.com/authenticator/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://maximaapps.com/authenticator/terms_of_use/ For any questions or requests, please use our customer support: feedback@maximaapps.com

Screenshots

Push Authenticator Pro4 screens
Authenticator app4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator app at 4.6 against Push Authenticator Pro's 4.0. Authenticator app also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 14 months) and ratings volume (5.7K vs 1). Push Authenticator Pro's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Push Authenticator Pro sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Authenticator app sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator app holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator app has 5.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Push Authenticator Pro ships an update every 14 months, Authenticator app monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Push Authenticator Pro versus Authenticator app: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPush Authenticator ProAuthenticator app
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (1 ratings)4.6 (5.7K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—67.7% of reviews
Number of ratings15.7K — better
Update frequencyEvery 14 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB279 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTachyon Factory Inc.Maxima Apps

Customer experience

Push Authenticator Pro

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Authenticator app

All ratings5,742 ratings
Positive89.6%
Neutral3.5%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews393 reviews
Positive67.7%
Neutral4.3%
Negative28.0%

Bugs and requests

Push Authenticator Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator app

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Codes not working or generating errors
  • App crashing or freezing during use
  • Accounts being deleted or inaccessible
  • Compatibility issues with certain devices or platforms

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved user interface and instructions
  • Better compatibility with other apps and services
  • Option to export/backup authentication codes
  • Ability to easily manage and remove accounts

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Push Authenticator Pro

One-time2
  • 1 Month Premium Subscription$0.99
  • 1 Year Premium Subscription$5.99
11 purchases

Authenticator app

Subscriptions8
  • Authenticator Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Authenticator App Premium Weekly7 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Authenticator App Weekly Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Authenticator Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Authenticator App Premium Yearly$59.991 Year
  • Premium Access 3 Month Trial3 Months trial$69.991 Year
One-time3
  • Authenticator Premium Lifetime$49.99
  • Authenticator Premium Lifetime$69.99
  • Authenticator App Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is Push Authenticator Pro free?
Push Authenticator Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator app free?
Authenticator app is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Push Authenticator Pro or Authenticator app?
Authenticator app is rated higher. Push Authenticator Pro averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Authenticator app averages 4.6 from 5.7K ratings.
Do Push Authenticator Pro or Authenticator app have ads?
Neither Push Authenticator Pro nor Authenticator app shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Push Authenticator Pro or Authenticator app?
Push Authenticator Pro ships an update every 14 months, and Authenticator app monthly. Most recently, Push Authenticator Pro was updated on September 8, 2026 and Authenticator app on September 22, 2026.

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