Comparison

SWIFT Authenticator 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

SWIFT Authenticator

This app provides secure and quick access to SWIFT applications and services using two-factor authentication. It allows for unlimited generation of time-based one-time passwords and supports multiple accounts in one view. The tool facilitates compliance with security frameworks and works offline.

Highlights
  • Fast, one-time setup via QR code
  • Access multiple SWIFT products and accounts
  • Unlimited TOTP generation
  • All TOTP codes in one screen
  • Facilitates SWIFT security compliance
  • Works fully offline
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SWIFT Authenticator is an easy-to-use second factor authenticator that provides quick and secure access to SWIFT applications and services. Features: - Fast, one-time setup via QR code. - Access multiple products and accounts on SWIFT. - Unlimited generation of time-based one-time passwords (TOTP). - See all TOTP codes for all accounts in one screen. - Facilitate compliance with SWIFT’s Customer Security Control Framework. - Works fully offline for when you don’t have a mobile internet connection. - Easy to configure with your existing SWIFT applications. Please refer to the product documentation for more details on how to configure TOTP as a second factor in your application. Note that configuring a second factor for authentication (through TOTP, LDAP, RADIUS, SWIFT Personal token, SAML or other means) is a mandatory control of the Customer Security Control Framework (https://www.swift.com/myswift/customer-security-programme-csp). SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. www.swift.com © COPYRIGHT 2019 SWIFT SCRL. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

About

Authenticator App+

Secure your online accounts with this app. It generates and stores two-factor authentication codes for popular services. Features include QR code scanning, end-to-end encryption, and device syncing.

Highlights
  • Generate and store 2FA/MFA codes
  • Scan QR codes or enter manually
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Unlock with Face ID & Touch ID
  • Encrypted iCloud backup
  • Sync across Apple devices
  • Homescreen Widgets
Features
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Authenticator App helps you to secure all your online accounts. Use Authenticator App to scan, generate and save 2FA & MFA codes for popular services including Facebook, Microsoft, Instagram, Google, Amazon, Coinbase, Authy, Roblox and many more. • Store and generate secure two-factor and multi-factor (2FA & MFA) authentication tokens • Scan QR Codes or enter codes manually • End-to-end encryption for all stored codes • Unlock with Face ID & Touch ID • Encrypted Backup to iCloud • Easily restore codes when you switch or lose devices • Securely Sync codes across all your Apple devices • Works on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch • Homescreen Widgets for quick access • Works offline. No internet connection required. • Import existing tokens • Full support for time-based one-time password (TOTP) • Supports popular services including Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, Google, Amazon, Coinbase, Roblox and thousands of other services SUPPORT Our goal is to build the best apps in the world. You can help us by reporting bugs and requesting features via Email: help@rocketapps.com TERMS & PRIVACY https://rocketapps.com/privacy.html https://rocketapps.com/terms.html SUBSCRIPTION TERMS: The App offers an auto-renewing monthly or yearly subscription to provide you with unlimited access to all PRO Features while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable.

Screenshots

SWIFT Authenticator4 screens
Authenticator App+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SWIFT Authenticator at none against Authenticator App+'s 6. SWIFT Authenticator also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Authenticator App+'s advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 1). On price 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. Authenticator App+ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. SWIFT Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SWIFT Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App+ has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SWIFT Authenticator versus Authenticator App+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSWIFT AuthenticatorAuthenticator App+
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.8 (12K ratings)
Positive reviews—76.8% of reviews
Number of ratings112K — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSWIFTRocket Apps GmbH

Customer experience

SWIFT Authenticator

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

Authenticator App+

All ratings11,901 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews514 reviews
Positive76.8%
Neutral1.9%
Negative21.2%

Bugs and requests

SWIFT Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App+

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezing during use
  • Codes not working as expected
  • Repeated prompts for new user setup

Requested features

3 requests
  • Forgot password feature
  • Ability to delete vaults
  • Better cross-device synchronization

In-app purchases

None

SWIFT Authenticator

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Authenticator App+

Subscriptions5
  • Rocket Apps PRO Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial2 variants$39.991 Year
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  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is SWIFT Authenticator free?
SWIFT Authenticator 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, SWIFT Authenticator or Authenticator App+?
SWIFT Authenticator is rated higher. SWIFT Authenticator averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Authenticator App+ averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.
Do SWIFT Authenticator or Authenticator App+ have ads?
Authenticator App+ shows ads; SWIFT Authenticator does not.

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