Comparison

My2FA vs Authenticator App

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

Head to head
About

My2FA

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We know that your privacy is important, that is why we have created My2FA, an app that will help you add double authentication factor and best of all, it is free, secure and constantly updated.

About

Authenticator App

This app securely manages and generates two-factor authentication codes for numerous online services. It offers seamless cross-device syncing via iCloud and a native Apple experience with features like Dark Mode and biometric unlock. Easily import existing accounts and enjoy lifetime access with a one-time payment.

Highlights
  • Secure 2FA code generation
  • Cross-device iCloud sync
  • Native Apple experience
  • Extensive service support
  • One-click Google Authenticator import
  • Lifetime membership option
Features
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Authenticator App - Secure and Easy 2FA Codes. Manage and generate two-factor authentication (2FA) codes effortlessly right on your iPhone. - Top-Notch Security All your data is securely encrypted with 256-bit encryption and stored locally or on iCloud within Apple’s ecosystem. We don’t operate servers, ensuring we can never access your information. - Sync Seamlessly Across Devices Seamlessly sync your data across all your devices—iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac—using your trusted iCloud account. - Native Apple Experience Enjoy a smooth, native experience tailored for iOS with features like Dark Mode, intuitive gestures, widgets, Touch ID / Face ID unlock, and automatic data sync. - Extensive Service Support Authenticator App supports thousands of popular services including Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, Twitch, and many more. It’s the perfect solution whether you’re looking for an Authenticator App for Microsoft, an Authenticator App for Facebook, or an Authentication App for Instagram. - One-Click Google Authenticator Transfer Easily import all your Google Authenticator accounts with just one click—bringing one of the most popular authentication tools right to your iPhone. - Pay Once, Use Forever Get a lifetime membership with just a one-time payment, giving you permanent access to premium features on iPhone, iPad, and Mac forever. - Family Sharing Ready Share your purchase with up to five family members through Apple's Family Sharing. • Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/d85c1cb702654806bfc5b4618e5043ee • Terms of Use: https://www.notion.so/043ac151be3b4ba4afb5683e0d6a29bf

Screenshots

My2FA4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Authenticator App at Free against My2FA's $4.99. Authenticator App also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 weeks) and device support (5 vs 3). My2FA's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads and iOS requirement 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

Authenticator App is free to download; My2FA costs $4.99 up front. Authenticator App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. My2FA asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My2FA ships an update every 4 weeks, Authenticator App every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on May 19, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
My2FA versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy2FAAuthenticator App
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating—4.3 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS1514.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlvarez Vazquez, Juan Daniel满 李

In-app purchases

None

My2FA

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions3
  • Authenticator Pro - Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Authenticator Pro - Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Authenticator Pro - Annual$14.991 Year
One-time2
  • Authenticator Pro - Lifetime$29.99
  • Authenticator Pro - Lifetime$39.99

Questions

Is My2FA free?
My2FA costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do My2FA or Authenticator App have ads?
Neither My2FA nor Authenticator App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My2FA or Authenticator App?
My2FA ships an update every 4 weeks, and Authenticator App every 9 days. Most recently, My2FA was updated on May 19, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 3, 2026.

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