# VIP access vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VIP access at 43% against Authenticator App's 0%. VIP access also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 18.0). Authenticator App's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 2.5) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. VIP access asks for nothing beyond the download.

Authenticator App holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 123 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 43% of VIP access's written reviews are positive against 0% of Authenticator App's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

VIP access ships an update every 4 months, Authenticator App fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | VIP access | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vip-access/id1451424415/reviews) | **[4.0 (123 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6749863577/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **123** |
| Positive reviews | **42.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#150** |
| Size | 25 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Alejandro Bohorquez Ayala](https://appshunter.io/developer/1440197738) | [Solid Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6779157605) |

## What reviewers say

### VIP access

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vip-access/id1451424415)

This mobile application manages building access using QR codes. Users pre-register via a web portal, receive a validation code via email, and then generate a QR code within the app for entry. It's designed for multiple buildings and their occupants, both internal and external.

**Highlights:** QR code generation for building access, Web portal for pre-registration, Email validation code system, Manages visitor and employee entry, Supports multiple buildings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6749863577)

**Currently charting:** #150 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Enhance your online security with time-sensitive codes for account access. This tool prevents unauthorized entry even if passwords are compromised. It's user-friendly, supports multiple accounts, and offers peace of mind for your sensitive information.

**Highlights:** Generates time-sensitive 2FA codes, Protects against unauthorized access, Supports multiple accounts, Easy setup via QR code or secret key, Available on Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac, Home Screen widget for quick access, Face ID protection for codes, iCloud synchronization for backup and restore

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VIP access free?

VIP access 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, VIP access or Authenticator App?

Authenticator App is rated higher. VIP access averages 2.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.0 from 123 ratings.

### Do VIP access or Authenticator App have ads?

Neither VIP access nor Authenticator App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VIP access or Authenticator App?

VIP access ships an update every 4 months, and Authenticator App fortnightly. Most recently, VIP access was updated on October 6, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*