Metro Bank Authenticator vs Payro
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
Payro
Access earned wages instantly, avoiding bank overdrafts and interest. This app allows you to withdraw your salary on demand, providing financial flexibility and peace of mind. Track your shifts and manage expenses effectively.
- Instant wage withdrawal
- Avoid bank overdrafts
- Track work shifts
- Manage expenses
- Financial flexibility
- Secure connection to employer systems
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דמיינו שבלחיצת כפתור וכמה שניות, הכסף שהרווחת החודש יכול להיות בחשבון הבנק שלך. לא מחכים יותר ל10 חודש. משכו את הכסף שהרווחתם דרך אפליקציית Payro. סוגרים את המינוס ולא משלמים ריביות לבנקים. עכשיו תוכלו להשתמש בכסף שלכם לשלם על מה שאתם צריכים מתי שאתם צריכים. חופש כלכלי אמיתית. זה בדיוק מה ש-Payro נותנת לך. אנחנו שותפים של המעסיק שלך כדי לתת לך את האפשרות למשוך את המשכורת לחשבון הבנק שלך, מתי שאת/ה צריך/ה. הטכנולוגיה הבטוחה שלנו מתחברת למערכת הנוכחות של המעסיק שלך. בסוף החודש, תקבל את השכר באופן הרגיל והסכום שמשכת ינוכה מהשכר ע"י המעסיק כמקדמה. עקבו אחר המשמרות – דעו בדיוק כמה הרווחתם, התאימו את ההוצאות להכנסות וחסכו מאות שקלים בחודש. שקט נפשי – Payro מספקת לך רשת בטחון אמיתית לכסות כל הוצאה, מקרה חירום או פשוט סתם להנות מהכסף שלך. שים/י לב, ההטבה עובדת רק אם המעסיק שלך הוא שותף של Payro. אם את/ה לא בטוח/ה האם כן, צרו איתנו קשר ואנחנו נדאג לשאר.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Payro at every 3 weeks against Metro Bank Authenticator's every 12 months. 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, Payro every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | Metro Bank Authenticator | Payro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MetroBank | Payro |
Customer experience
Metro Bank Authenticator
Payro
In-app purchases
Metro Bank Authenticator
No in-app purchases
Payro
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Metro Bank Authenticator free?
Is Payro free?
Do Metro Bank Authenticator or Payro have ads?
Which is updated more often, Metro Bank Authenticator or Payro?
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