# Washco Pay vs Authenticator

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Washco Pay | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (242 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/washco-pay/id1512368976/reviews)** | [3.5 (190 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-mfa-and-2fa/id6612031858/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **242** | 190 |
| Positive reviews | **80.3% of reviews** | 4.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 15 months | **Every 6 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KioSoft Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1254243314) | [Level Clash Apps S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590871236) |

## What reviewers say

### Washco Pay

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/washco-pay/id1512368976)

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.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth machine activation, In-app credit purchase, Transaction history, Machine availability view, Cycle completion alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-mfa-and-2fa/id6612031858)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| yearly subscription | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 👍 Keep your codes near

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤥 Misleading app name (mimics Authy)
- 💸 Unexpected subscription charges
- ❌ App is not free as advertised
- 🚫 Forced payment pop-ups
- 🗑️ Erased connected apps after update

**Reported bugs**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Washco Pay free?

Washco Pay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Authenticator free?

Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Washco Pay or Authenticator?

Washco Pay is rated higher. Washco Pay averages 4.6 out of 5 from 242 ratings, while Authenticator averages 3.5 from 190 ratings.

### Do Washco Pay or Authenticator have ads?

Neither Washco Pay nor Authenticator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Washco Pay or Authenticator?

Washco Pay ships an update every 15 months, and Authenticator every 6 months. Most recently, Washco Pay was updated on October 20, 2026 and Authenticator on October 22, 2026.

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