ib vs Metro Bank Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ib
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Semplice e innovativa! E' l’App di imprebanca a cui puoi accedere nella massima sicurezza con i più moderni sistemi di riconoscimento (Finger Print o Face ID). Puoi gestire i tuoi affari in completa autonomia, con un tap oppure con la tua voce! Una completa gamma di servizi disponibili sul tuo smartphone che ti semplificano la vita. Tramite l'assistente vocale potrai ad esempio effettuare un bonifico ad un beneficiario salvato in rubrica, senza digitare nessun campo. Installa subito l'App ed entra nel nuovo mondo di imprebanca, la banca dal tuo punto di vista.
Metro Bank Authenticator
This app provides a secure and convenient way for Metro Bank Business customers to authenticate online banking actions. It replaces the need for a physical security device, allowing for quick verification of logins, payments, and account changes directly from your mobile.
- Authenticate online banking actions
- Secure login verification
- Approve new payment setups
- Confirm account changes
- Replaces physical security devices
- Convenient mobile authentication
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We believe that people come first, and that everyone deserves a great experience every step of the way – whether it’s on our app, online or face to face. We’re here to make your life (and your banking) easier, which is why we’ve created our Authenticator app for our Metro Bank Business customers. Need some help? Our Local Business Managers and Relationship Managers are on hand to support you and your business. Features: You can use this app to authenticate certain actions on your Metro Bank Business online banking, like logging in, setting up new payments, or making changes to your account. It only takes a few taps – and there’s no need to worry about finding your physical security device. Metro Bank’s Authenticator app is available for customers registered for Commercial Online Banking and Business Online Plus. Standard data charges from your mobile service provider may apply. Help and support: If you experience any issues downloading or registering the Metro Bank Authenticator app, please visit us in store or call us on 0345 08 08 500. Metro Bank PLC. Registered in England and Wales. Company number: 6419578. Registered office: One Southampton Row, London, WC1B 5HA. We are authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority. Metro Bank PLC is an independent UK Bank - it is not affiliated with any other bank or organisation (including the METRO newspaper or its publishers) anywhere in the world. "Metrobank" is the registered trademark of Metro Bank PLC. more
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ib at monthly against Metro Bank Authenticator's every 12 months. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
ib ships an update monthly, Metro Bank Authenticator every 12 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | ib | Metro Bank Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 12 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 118 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Imprebanca S.p.A | MetroBank |
In-app purchases
ib
No in-app purchases
Metro Bank Authenticator
No in-app purchases
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