Comparison

Authenticator vs Authenticator ·

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator

Secure your online accounts with this open-source two-factor authentication app. It supports TOTP and offers multiple convenient setup and export options, all while remaining completely offline and private.

Highlights
  • TOTP algorithm support
  • QR code scanning for setup
  • Import accounts from files
  • Manual account entry
  • Export account keys
  • Offline functionality
  • Open-source
Currently charting
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Authenticator is an elegant, open-source two-factor authentication app that supports the Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) algorithm. It offers multiple convenient methods to set up your accounts: • Scan a QR Code. • Read from a QR Code image. • Import from a file. • Manual entry. The app features an beautiful “Account Details” page that displays each account along with its QR Code. You can view or copy this information at any time. Authenticator also provides several easy ways to export all your accounts: • Export key URIs to the clipboard. • Export key URIs as plain text. • Export key URIs as a TXT file. • Export key URIs as QR Code images. Authenticator always remains offline and never connects to any networks. It does not track any data or collect any personal information. Just works as it should be. Authenticator is fully open source on GitHub: https://github.com/bingzheung/authenticator

About

Authenticator ·

Securely store and generate two-factor authentication (2FA) tokens for your online accounts. Protect your accounts from hackers with an additional layer of security. Features encrypted backups, cross-device synchronization, and a private browser.

Highlights
  • Secure 2FA token generation
  • Encrypted iCloud backups
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Import/Export 2FA codes
  • Password manager with leak protection
  • Private browser
  • App PIN lock
Features
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Protect your accounts with secure 2FA codes, passwords, and private browsing in one app. Authenticator 7 stores and generates two-factor authentication codes for all your online accounts. Keep your data safe with encrypted storage, iCloud backup, Face ID, and Apple Watch support. FEATURES • Generate 2FA codes for all popular services Google, Facebook, Instagram, Microsoft, Amazon, Discord, Dropbox, PayPal, Slack, Shopify, Zoom and thousands more. • Secure encrypted backup All your 2FA codes, passwords, and secret keys are encrypted and safely stored in iCloud. Restore everything on a new device in seconds. • Sync across all Apple devices Your codes automatically sync between iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. • Easy import and export Import 2FA codes from other authenticator apps with QR code or CSV. Export your data anytime. • Password Manager Store passwords in one secure place. Get alerts if your password appears in a data leak. • Password Generator Create strong passwords with custom length, symbols, and numbers. • App Lock Protect the app with Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN code with auto-lock. • Organize your codes Create folders, use drag and drop, and add custom icons for easier access. • Private Browser Browse privately with no history, cookies, or tracking. • Built-in VPN Protect your connection, hide your IP address, block ads, and stay safe on public Wi-Fi. Your privacy comes first. All data is encrypted and only you can access it. Privacy Policy: https://www.team2swift.com/privacy-authenticator/ Terms of Use: https://www.team2swift.com/terms-authenticator/

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
Authenticator ·4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Authenticator at 75% against Authenticator ·'s 24%. Authenticator also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Authenticator ·'s advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Authenticator · is free to download; Authenticator costs $0.99 up front. Authenticator · sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Authenticator's written reviews are positive against 24% of Authenticator ·'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator ships an update every 2 months, Authenticator · every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Authenticator versus Authenticator ·: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorAuthenticator ·
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.6 (26K ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better23.8% of reviews
Number of ratings326K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#195#34 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB129 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer兵 张SMM service, s.r.o.

Customer experience

Authenticator

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Authenticator ·

All ratings26,318 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews282 reviews
Positive23.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative72.3%

Bugs and requests

Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator ·

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Codes not working as expected
  • Accounts disappearing after device change
  • Inability to cancel subscription

Requested features

3 requests
  • Backup and restore functionality
  • Support for more account types
  • Clearer instructions for setup and usage

In-app purchases

None

Authenticator

No in-app purchases

12 purchases

Authenticator ·

Subscriptions12
  • 1 Week Starter$6.997 Days
  • 1 Month Promo$7.991 Month
  • 1 Week Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • 1 Month Plan - VPN3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Special1 Month trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan - 7 Days7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Year Plan$49.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan$59.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - 3 Days3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • 1 Year - 7 Days$69.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - VPN3 Days trial$79.991 Year

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator · free?
Authenticator · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Authenticator ·?
Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Authenticator · averages 4.6 from 26K ratings.
Do Authenticator or Authenticator · have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor Authenticator · shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Authenticator ·?
Authenticator ships an update every 2 months, and Authenticator · every 9 days. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on September 7, 2026 and Authenticator · on September 25, 2026.
Which is more popular, Authenticator or Authenticator ·?
Authenticator currently peaks at #195 in the App Store charts, and Authenticator · at #34. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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