Comparison

Authenticator+ App vs Silk VPN

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator+ App

This app provides an unlimited proxy and ad blocker for Safari, enhancing your browsing experience. It also offers a VPN manager with numerous servers and a data manager to track Wi-Fi and cellular data usage.

Highlights
  • Ad blocking for Safari
  • Unlimited proxy access
  • VPN server manager
  • Wi-Fi and cellular data usage tracking
  • Subscription management
Features
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Authenticator App – 2FA & MFA Security Protect your online accounts with secure two-factor authentication. Authenticator App generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) directly on your device, giving you an extra layer of security for your personal and business accounts. Whether you're securing your email, social media, banking, cryptocurrency, or work accounts, Authenticator App makes managing verification codes simple, fast, and reliable. Your authentication codes remain available even without an internet connection, ensuring you can always access your accounts when needed. Compatible with thousands of online services including Google, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Amazon, Dropbox, PayPal, GitHub, Discord, Reddit, Slack, Zoom, Shopify, Binance, Coinbase, and many more. Features Secure TOTP Authentication Generate industry-standard time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for services that support two-factor authentication. Codes refresh automatically every 30 seconds to keep your accounts protected. Quick Account Setup Add new accounts instantly by scanning QR codes or entering setup keys manually. Switching to stronger account security takes only a few moments. Organize All Your Accounts Keep all of your authentication codes in one secure place. Rename accounts, edit secret keys, rearrange entries, or remove accounts whenever you want. Offline Access Authentication codes are generated locally on your device, allowing you to sign in even when you don't have an internet connection. Privacy First Your authentication data stays on your device. No account information or verification codes are shared with third parties. App Lock Protection Secure access using Face ID, Touch ID, or a device passcode to prevent unauthorized access to your authentication codes. Password Vault Store important login credentials securely alongside your authentication accounts for faster and more convenient sign-ins. Built-in Private Browser Open websites through a privacy-focused browser that helps reduce tracking while accessing your online accounts. Simple & Modern Experience Enjoy a clean, intuitive interface designed to make managing two-factor authentication easy for everyone. Why Choose Authenticator App? • Fast and reliable code generation • Works completely offline • QR code scanner included • Face ID & Touch ID support • Password storage • Easy account management • Compatible with thousands of services • Privacy-focused design Subscription Information • Payment will be charged to your Apple Account after purchase confirmation. • Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before the current billing period ends. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current subscription expires. • You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime from your Apple Account Settings. • If a free trial is available, any unused portion will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription where applicable. Privacy policy: http://vpnsapp.xyz/netvpn/privacy.html Term of use: http://vpnsapp.xyz/netvpn/terms.html

About

Silk VPN

Protect your online activity with a secure VPN service. Enjoy a private browsing experience without the need for registration. Advanced features are accessible through a subscription.

Highlights
  • Secure digital world
  • No registration required
  • Advanced features via subscription
Features
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Secure your online world with Silk VPN. Features: Secure your digital world No registration required Advanced features are available with a subscription. See the in-app purchase page for details. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy:https://blog.zgale.com/privacy-policy-for-silk-vpn/

Screenshots

Authenticator+ App4 screens
Silk VPN3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Silk VPN at 4.8 against Authenticator+ App's 4.5. Authenticator+ App's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Silk VPN sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Silk VPN holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 1.1K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Authenticator+ App's written reviews are positive against 74% of Silk VPN's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Authenticator+ App versus Silk VPN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator+ AppSilk VPN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (3K ratings)4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better
Positive reviews69.0% of reviews73.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3K — better1.1K
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB25 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEngin LTD.Zgale LLC

Customer experience

Authenticator+ App

All ratings2,965 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral2.4%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews29 reviews
Positive69.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative31.0%

Silk VPN

All ratings1,060 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral0.7%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.3%

User reviews

Authenticator+ App

From 3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Good service
  • 🚀 Fast and reliable
  • 💡 Useful features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes
  • 💰 Premium subscription issues
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

Silk VPN

From 1.1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 😍 Excellent
  • 👍 Great
  • 🚀 Smooth performance

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and loading issues
  • 🔋 Drains battery
  • ⛔ Unavailable features

Bugs and requests

Authenticator+ App

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • More free features
  • Improved subscription model

Silk VPN

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on launch
  • Connectivity issues

Requested features

2 requests
  • Expand server locations
  • Improve stability and reliability

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Authenticator+ App

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Premium$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
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  • Monthly 3 Days FREE3 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Package3 Days trial$39.991 Year
5 purchases

Silk VPN

Subscriptions5
  • Client only$0.991 Month
  • Lite Plan$3.491 Month
  • Silk Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
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  • Silk Premium Quarterly$17.993 Months
  • Silk Premium Annual$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Authenticator+ App free?
Authenticator+ App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Silk VPN free?
Silk VPN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator+ App or Silk VPN?
Silk VPN is rated higher. Authenticator+ App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Silk VPN averages 4.8 from 1.1K ratings.
Do Authenticator+ App or Silk VPN have ads?
Neither Authenticator+ App nor Silk VPN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator+ App or Silk VPN?
Authenticator+ App ships an update every 6 weeks, and Silk VPN every 6 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator+ App was updated on October 21, 2026 and Silk VPN on October 21, 2026.

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