Comparison

Auth vs Authenticator App ¹

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

Head to head
About

Auth

This app generates time-based one-time passwords for multi-factor authentication. It supports iCloud sync for seamless access across devices and offers quick code copying. It also recognizes TOTP QR codes for easy setup.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time password generation
  • iCloud Sync for multi-device access
  • Tap to copy authentication codes
  • TOTP QR code recognition
  • iOS Dark Theme support
Features
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Auth is a 2-factor authentication app that generates time-based one time passwords (TOTP). Simply tap on the generated code to copy it to your clipboard. Using iCloud shared clipboard you can paste the code on any of your devices. By enabling iCloud Sync your accounts are shared between all of your devices, allowing you to generate your authentication code on any of your devices. In settings you can enable AutoFill to automatically fill your verification codes from the Auth App. Note that this may require editing your existing codes to set the autofill websites - popular providers are auto-recognised and configured as far as possible. Features include: - iCloud Support - AutoFill - Supports iOS Dark Theme - Works with all the most popular websites - TOTP QR code recognition from the camera app or from photos

About

Authenticator App ¹

This app provides secure login and identity protection through two-factor authentication (2FA) and password management. It generates one-time passwords for various platforms and offers features like a private browser and VPN.

Highlights
  • Generate TOTP 2FA codes
  • Face ID, Touch ID, or password protection
  • Secure iCloud sync
  • Built-in password manager
  • Strong password generator
  • Integrated private browser
  • Apple Watch support
  • Built-in VPN client
Features
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SafePass is a secure authenticator app for two-factor authentication (2FA). Get one-time codes (TOTP) for Login.gov, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Coinbase and any service that supports authenticator apps, protected by Face ID. SafePass Premium adds encrypted backups with iCloud sync, quick transfer to a new iPhone, Password AutoFill and Password Health checks for weak, reused and breached passwords. Designed to meet the growing demand for reliable two-factor authentication (2FA), SafePass generates Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) to help secure your accounts on platforms like Login.gov, SAP Concur, Epic Games, Crypto.com, Discord, Shopify, Stripe, Binance, and more. Whether you’re protecting your gaming profiles, crypto wallets, eCommerce dashboards, or government logins, SafePass helps you stay secure with a seamless multi-factor authentication experience. Core Features of SafePass Authenticator App: • Generate and store TOTP 2FA codes for platforms like Login.gov, SAP, Crypto.com, Epic Games, Shopify, and Binance. • Protect access with Face ID, Touch ID, or password. • Secure iCloud sync (disabled by default, user-enabled). • Built-in Password Manager with provider logo recognition to help you easily identify your logins. • Strong password generator for creating complex, secure credentials. • Integrated Private Browser to surf privately with no logs or history. • Full Apple Watch support for quick access to your 2FA codes. • Built-in VPN client to encrypt your online connection. • Smart AI Assistant to guide you with setup and security best practices. SafePass is ideal for users managing crypto exchanges like Binance, online business platforms like Stripe, Shopify, and Concur, or personal apps like Discord, Epic Games, and secure government portals like Login.gov. Subscription Options: Unlock the full suite of security features with our flexible monthly or yearly plans (includes a 3-day free trial). Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Charges are applied to your Apple ID upon confirmation. Need help? Contact us at: support@gitu.us Privacy Policy: https://www.gitu.us/authenticator-privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.gitu.us/authenticator-terms/

Screenshots

Auth4 screens
Authenticator App ¹4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Auth at free with in-app purchases against Authenticator App ¹'s subscription. Auth also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (67% vs 56%). Authenticator App ¹'s advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (287 vs 5). On price, rating, 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. Auth sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Authenticator App ¹ sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for Auth against 4.2 for Authenticator App ¹. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ¹ has 287 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Auth's written reviews are positive against 56% of Authenticator App ¹'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Auth ships an update every 4 months, Authenticator App ¹ daily. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Auth versus Authenticator App ¹: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthAuthenticator App ¹
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings) — better4.2 (287 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better56.3% of reviews
Number of ratings5287 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB140 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperOliver HaymanGITU Limited

Customer experience

Auth

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Authenticator App ¹

All ratings287 ratings
Positive78.0%
Neutral2.1%
Negative19.9%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral12.5%
Negative31.3%

Bugs and requests

Auth

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App ¹

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Doesn't work
  • Requires premium for functionality
  • Doesn't work for Instagram authentication
  • Lost access after trial

Requested features

2 requests
  • Provide instructions/manual
  • Allow star rating without review prompt

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Auth

One-time5
  • Nice Tip$0.99
  • Kind Tip$2.99
  • Generous Tip$4.99
Show 2 more
  • Amazing Tip$9.99
  • Unbelievable Tip$19.99
10 purchases

Authenticator App ¹

Subscriptions9
  • Weekly Plan$2.997 Days
  • Monthly (VPN)$4.991 Month
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Monthly Plan$9.991 Month
  • Yearly (VPN)3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Monthly Plan$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime License2 variants$59.99

Questions

Is Auth free?
Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App ¹ free?
Authenticator App ¹ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Auth or Authenticator App ¹?
Auth is rated higher. Auth averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Authenticator App ¹ averages 4.2 from 287 ratings.
Do Auth or Authenticator App ¹ have ads?
Authenticator App ¹ shows ads; Auth does not.
Which is updated more often, Auth or Authenticator App ¹?
Auth ships an update every 4 months, and Authenticator App ¹ daily. Most recently, Auth was updated on October 29, 2026 and Authenticator App ¹ on October 27, 2026.

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