Metro Bank Authenticator vs My WSB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
My WSB
Manage your bank accounts conveniently and securely from your mobile device. View transactions, pay bills, deposit checks, and transfer funds. Enhanced security features and customer support are available.
- View transactions and balances
- Deposit checks
- Pay bills and loans
- Transfer funds
- Report lost/stolen cards
- Set up transaction alerts
- Biometric sign-in
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Watertown Savings Bank’s Mobile Banking is a fast, secure, and convenient way to manage your accounts from anywhere. It offers a fully customizable experience with the latest in security technology to provide peace of mind and all the flexibility you need to bank on the go. Manage Your Accounts o View Transactions and account balances o Tag Transactions with notes to manage spending o Access your statements o Customize your dashboard for easy access to your most used features Report your card lost/stolen or temporarily suspend your debit card if you have misplaced it Pay bills or make loan payments Deposit checks Transfer funds between accounts o Setup alerts for low balances or large transactions Enhanced Security o Two-Factor Authentication o Biometric sign-in In-app ability to chat with a Customer Service Representative Find Branches and ATM locations For more information, please visit www.watertownsavingsbank.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: My WSB at 67% against Metro Bank Authenticator's 0%. My WSB also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 12 months). Metro Bank Authenticator's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Metro Bank Authenticator ships an update every 12 months, My WSB monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Metro Bank Authenticator | My WSB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.9 (2.5K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 179 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MetroBank | Watertown Savings Bank |
Customer experience
Metro Bank Authenticator
My WSB
Bugs and requests
Metro Bank Authenticator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
My WSB
Reported bugs
2 issues- Account information not updating
- App crashes and freezes
Requested features
2 requests- Confirmation numbers for mobile deposits
- Inclusion of transaction times in history
In-app purchases
Metro Bank Authenticator
No in-app purchases
My WSB
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Metro Bank Authenticator free?
Is My WSB free?
Do Metro Bank Authenticator or My WSB have ads?
Which is updated more often, Metro Bank Authenticator or My WSB?
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