Nano Notes vs Authenticator App Widget
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Nano Notes
Capture thoughts and ideas instantly with a simple note-taking tool. Access and review your notes conveniently on your Apple Watch.
- Quick note creation
- Apple Watch access
- Simple interface
- Instant synchronization
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Take quick notes, and read them on your Apple Watch!
Authenticator App Widget
Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication. Generate one-time passwords instantly and manage accounts easily. Offers biometric authentication and customizable widgets for a user-friendly experience.
- Secure 2FA code generation
- Biometric authentication support
- Instant OTP widget access
- Encrypted data storage
- Customizable algorithm settings
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Secure your online accounts with ease using Authenticator – the ultimate two-factor authentication (2FA) app for iOS. With Authenticator, your accounts are protected by state-of-the-art security features, ensuring that only you can access your sensitive information. Easily add and manage your accounts, generate one-time passwords (OTPs) instantly, and enjoy peace of mind knowing that your data is stored securely on your device. Authenticator offers seamless integration with biometric authentication methods, such as Face ID, for added convenience and security. Plus, with widgets and advanced configuration options, Authenticator provides a customizable and user-friendly experience tailored to your needs. Key Features: - Securely store and generate 2FA codes for all your accounts - Biometric authentication support with Face ID integration - Convenient widget for instant OTP code access - Encrypted storage in the system keychain for maximum security - Advanced settings for customizable algorithm, timer, and counter configurations - Download Authenticator now and take control of your online security like never before! For more information, visit https://indiegoodies.com/authenticator Terms of use https://indiegoodies.com/authenticator/terms Privacy policy https://indiegoodies.com/authenticator/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nano Notes at 83% against Authenticator App Widget's 0%. Nano Notes also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Authenticator App Widget's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). On price and ads 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. Authenticator App Widget sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Nano Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.
Nano Notes holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nano Notes has 150 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Nano Notes's written reviews are positive against 0% of Authenticator App Widget's.
Nano Notes ships an update every 3 months, Authenticator App Widget monthly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.
| Parameter | Nano Notes | Authenticator App Widget |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (150 ratings) — better | 4.3 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 150 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Vincent Tourraine | Khuong Pham |
Customer experience
Nano Notes
Authenticator App Widget
Bugs and requests
Nano Notes
Reported bugs
7 issues- App crashes
- Notes disappear after watch restart
- Notes not syncing between iPhone and iPad
- Blank screen when opening notes on phone app
- Cannot delete a note from the Apple Watch without phone interaction and watch restart
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- Notes deleted when Apple Watch turned off and on
- Notes not showing on Apple Watch
Requested features
10 requests- Add more object types (tables, drawings)
- Add complication shortcut to watch face
- Enable typing on the Watch
- Add iCloud syncing
- Add ability to edit/delete/add notes from Apple Watch
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- Add spell check
- Enable microphone dictation on Apple Watch
- Support for shortcuts (share notes to app)
- Pin notes to avoid reordering
- Automatic iCloud synchronization
Authenticator App Widget
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Nano Notes
No in-app purchases
Authenticator App Widget
- Monthly$0.991 Month
- Yearly$8.991 Year
- Lifetime$19.99
Questions
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