Washco Pay vs Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Washco Pay
Easily manage your laundry at participating locations. Purchase credit within the app and use Bluetooth to pay for and start washers and dryers. Track your transaction history and receive completion alerts.
- Bluetooth machine activation
- In-app credit purchase
- Transaction history
- Machine availability view
- Cycle completion alerts
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ATTENTION: Only for use in participating Washco locations. Washco-Pay is an iPhone application providing the easiest and smartest complete laundry solution. This app allows you to pay for laundry cycles from your account by using Bluetooth to communicate with the washer or dryer. Simply use Washco-Pay to purchase credit right from the app, then use that credit for your laundry. A full accounting is available to see your transaction purchase history. • Scan the QR code of your laundry room (one time process) • Start laundry machines via Bluetooth by scanning QR code on the machine • Check your card/account balance, and add value to your account for laundry. For participating laundry rooms, you can view machine availability as well as receive alerts when your laundry cycle is complete.
Authenticator
Securely store and generate two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts directly on your device. Features encrypted backups, cross-device sync, and quick access widgets. Supports thousands of services and offers offline code generation.
- Secure and private data storage
- Encrypted backups to iCloud
- Cross-device sync including Apple Watch
- Home Screen widget for quick access
- Offline code generation
- Import accounts from other authenticators
- Support for thousands of major services
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Authenticator allows you to securely store and generate two-factor authentication codes for all your online accounts, directly on your device. Key Features: 1. Secure and Private. All data within Authenticator is encrypted at all times, even when backed up to iCloud, ensuring that only you have access to your information. 2. Encrypted Backups. Easily create a secure, encrypted backup in Authenticator, safeguarding your data if you lose your device or switch to a new one. 3. Cross-Device Sync. Authenticator automatically syncs your accounts across all Apple devices, including your Apple Watch. 4. Quick Access Widget. Use the Authenticator widget for fast access to your 2FA codes right from your Home Screen. 5. Apple Watch and Touch ID Unlock. Unlock the app instantly using Apple Watch or Touch ID for quicker access. 6. Menu Bar Integration. Keep Authenticator accessible directly from your Menu Bar. 7. Offline Code Generation. Even when offline, Authenticator generates secure codes, allowing you to authenticate safely even in airplane mode. 8. Easy Multi-Account Import. You can seamlessly import accounts from Google Authenticator, Password Managers, or Files. 9. Designed for Apple Devices. Enjoy a fully native experience on all Apple devices with features like Data Sync, Gestures, Widgets, and Dark Mode. 10. Support for Major Services. Authenticator supports major platforms like Facebook, Coinbase, Amazon, Gmail, Instagram, Roblox, and thousands more, including 8-digit tokens. Subscription Information. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage your subscriptions and disable auto-renewal through your App Store account settings, up to 24 hours before the next payment is due. — Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.levelclashapps.com/TermsOfUse.html — Privacy Policy: https://www.levelclashapps.com/PrivacyPolicy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Washco Pay at 80% against Authenticator's 4%. Washco Pay also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 8). Authenticator's advantage is update cadence (every 6 months vs every 15 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and monetization model 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 sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Washco Pay asks for nothing beyond the download.
Washco Pay holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 242 and 190 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Washco Pay's written reviews are positive against 4% of Authenticator's.
Washco Pay ships an update every 15 months, Authenticator every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Washco Pay | Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (242 ratings) — better | 3.5 (190 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 80.3% of reviews — better | 4.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 242 — better | 190 |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | Every 6 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KioSoft Technologies LLC | Level Clash Apps S.L. |
Customer experience
Washco Pay
Authenticator
User reviews
Washco Pay
From 242 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy and intuitive user interface
- 🚀 Convenient alternative to carrying quarters
- 📱 Quick machine availability status checking
- ⏰ Real-time notifications when laundry is done
- 💳 Simple payment via credit/debit card
Room to improve
- 💸 No refund option to transfer money back to bank account
- 🔐 Account access and login issues
- 🔄 Inflexible payment amounts (minimum $10, no exact amounts)
- 📧 Slow password reset email delivery
- 🚫 Phone number already in use errors preventing new accounts
Authenticator
From 190 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 👍 Keep your codes near
Room to improve
- 🤥 Misleading app name (mimics Authy)
- 💸 Unexpected subscription charges
- ❌ App is not free as advertised
- 🚫 Forced payment pop-ups
- 🗑️ Erased connected apps after update
Bugs and requests
Washco Pay
Reported bugs
8 issues- Password reset emails not arriving or delayed
- Login failures with correct credentials
- CAPTCHA verification failures (5-number test)
- Facebook login integration broken
- Unexpected logout during active sessions
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- Forced password update interrupting laundry sessions
- Phone number already in use error preventing account creation
- $20 refill button not functioning
Requested features
5 requests- Machine availability status showing which machines are not running
- Quick-select payment buttons (e.g., $20, $40 presets)
- Ability to refund unused balance back to bank account
- Easier navigation/back button to home screen
- Better customer support contact options
Authenticator
Reported bugs
5 issues- App won't open after payment
- Connected apps erased by update
- Lost access to important accounts due to app deletion
- App declines correct entries
- Funds inaccessible
In-app purchases
Washco Pay
No in-app purchases
Authenticator
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
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- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Weekly Plan3 Days trial$8.997 Days
- Premium Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Monthly$19.991 Month
- yearly subscription$79.991 Year
Questions
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