Comparison

Authenticator App 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

Authenticator App

This app provides secure two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts, enhancing security with encryption and backups. It offers seamless synchronization across Apple devices and quick access via widgets, even when offline.

Highlights
  • Secure & Private Encryption
  • Encrypted Backup
  • Automatic Synchronization
  • Quick Access Widget
  • Offline Code Generation
  • Multi-Account Import
  • Native Apple Experience
Features
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Authenticator App helps you keep your online accounts safe by giving you secure two-factor authentication codes for all your accounts. Key Features of the Authenticator App: - Secure & Private Encryption Your data is always encrypted, even in iCloud. Only you have access to your two-factor authentication data. - Encrypted Backup Create an encrypted backup of your codes to ensure seamless recovery in case you lose or upgrade your device. - Automatic Synchronization Across Apple Devices Enjoy real-time synchronization of your accounts across all your Apple devices, including iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. - Groups Organize your accounts into groups for a cleaner setup. Share your groups with others and control access with flexible permissions. - Quick Access with Widget Access your 2FA codes instantly from the Home Screen with the Authenticator Widget, providing faster authentication. - Offline Two-Factor Authentication Generate secure codes even when your device is offline or in airplane mode. Your accounts remain protected no matter your connection status. - Multi Import Easily import accounts and 2FA codes from other authenticators like Google Authenticator, password managers, and files. - Native Apple Experience Enjoy a seamless experience on all Apple devices, with features like dark mode, intuitive gestures, and automatic data sync. - All Popular Accounts Authenticator App supports major platforms like Microsoft, Google, Facebook, Amazon, Instagram, Coinbase, Roblox, and thousands 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. - We’re Here to Help We constantly improve our app, don't hesitate to contact us at support@2stable.com to request a missing feature or an improvement. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew up to 24 hours before your next subscription payment is due via your App Store settings page. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Links Terms of Service: https://authenticator.2stable.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy: https://authenticator.2stable.com/privacy-policy/

About

Authenticator App ©

This app generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP) for secure two-factor authentication (2FA) and multi-factor authentication (MFA). It simplifies logins by scanning QR codes and storing encrypted account data, offering backup and sync features.

Highlights
  • Generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP)
  • Supports Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
  • Supports Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • QR code scanning for setup
  • Encrypted data storage
  • Secure backup and sync
  • Touch ID/Face ID authorization
Features
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Two Factor Authenticator is a simple and secure Mobile Authentication app (2FA Authenticator) that generates Time-based One-time authentication Passwords (TOTP). Authenticator App to help keep your online accounts secure on supporting TOTP websites. This Authenticator app makes your login more secure! By automatically scanning a QR code, this authenticator app generates a one-time password (OTP) for two-factor authentication (2FA) or multi-factor authentication (MFA), to protect your log-in and accounts from hacking. All commonly used online services like Google, Facebook, Github, LinkedIn, Dropbox, and thousands of other cloud applications can log in using the 2FA token generated by this authenticator app. With this authenticator, you can easily log into all your online accounts without having to remember various passwords. Authenticator app features: -Easy and user friendly No account setup is required, automatically scan QR Code with this authenticator and get a one-time password to enable 2FA/MFA authentication for your login. -Secure & Private Authy Authenticate All data stored in Authenticator is always encrypted, even when it's stored in iCloud to ensure that you are the only one who can access your data with 2-step authorization. - Protect your passwords Manage & Storage your account passwords, and keeps them safe and secure behind the one password that only you know. - Backup & Sync : In 2FA Authenticator, you can always make a secure encrypted backup, in case you lose your device or switch to a new one. With Autentifikator all your tokens will automatically synchronize across all devices. -Authorize with Touch ID or Face ID Confirm your identity with the application using Touch ID or Face ID and generate one-time tokens required to log in to your online accounts. - All Popular Accounts: We support verification (but are not associated with) the most popular services including Facebook, Google Chrome, Coinbase, Binance Playstation, Steam, Amazon, Paypal, Gmail, MS Microsoft, Instagram, Discord, Epic Roblox, and thousands of other providers. Information about the auto-renewal of subscription: – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. The cost depends on the selected plan. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://auth.intellvis.com/log/inislab/page?k=privepolicy Terms of Use: https://auth.intellvis.com/log/inislab/page?k=termsofuse

Screenshots

Authenticator App4 screens
Authenticator App ©4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App at 4.6 against Authenticator App ©'s 3.9. Authenticator App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). Authenticator App ©'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, in-app purchases, device support 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

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App © sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 49K ratings behind it against 575, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 33% of Authenticator App ©'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App ships an update every 10 days, Authenticator App © every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Authenticator App versus Authenticator App ©: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator AppAuthenticator App ©
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (49K ratings) — better3.9 (575 ratings)
Positive reviews42.6% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings49K — better575
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#40 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.015
Further details — not scored
Size145 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer2StableIntelliVision limited

Customer experience

Authenticator App

All ratings48,840 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral2.6%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews947 reviews
Positive42.6%
Neutral5.4%
Negative52.1%

Authenticator App ©

All ratings575 ratings
Positive71.8%
Neutral5.2%
Negative23.0%
Written reviews231 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral3.5%
Negative63.2%

User reviews

Authenticator App

From 49K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well
  • 🔒 Secure and reliable
  • 👍 Easy to use and set up
  • 💡 Excellent cross-device sync and backup
  • 👍 Convenient desktop app

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔒 Limited free version
  • 👎 Confusing setup and instructions
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes

Authenticator App ©

From 575 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Well-made app
  • 🔒 Secure authentication
  • 🚀 Quick and efficient

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐛 Confusing setup process
  • 🤔 Misleading pricing information

Bugs and requests

Authenticator App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not launching on M2 MacBook Air
  • Widget showing incorrect codes
  • Login issues after device changes

Requested features

4 requests
  • More widget customization options
  • Bulk import/export of accounts
  • Password manager integration
  • Automatic locking and unlocking options

Authenticator App ©

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Unable to add accounts
  • Subscription issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Free trial option
  • Easier integration with other services
  • More transparent pricing

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions10
  • Authenticator App$5.997 Days
  • Authenticator App3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium$9.991 Month
Show 7 more
  • Authenticator App3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Authenticator App3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Authenticator App3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Authenticator App Premium$49.991 Year
  • Authenticator App2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Authenticator App$69.991 Year
  • Authenticator App3 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator App Premium2 variants$99.99
10 purchases

Authenticator App ©

Subscriptions9
  • Authenticator Weekly PRO$5.997 Days
  • Authenticator Monthly PRO$9.991 Month
  • Authenticator Weekly Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
Show 6 more
  • Authenticator 6-Months PRO$29.996 Months
  • Authenticator Yearly Plan - Offer$29.991 Year
  • Authenticator Yearly PRO3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Authenticator Yearly PRO$39.991 Year
  • Authenticator Yearly Plan$49.991 Year
  • Authenticator Yearly Plan3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator Lifetime PRO$99.99

Questions

Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App © free?
Authenticator App © is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator App or Authenticator App ©?
Authenticator App is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.6 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while Authenticator App © averages 3.9 from 575 ratings.
Do Authenticator App or Authenticator App © have ads?
Authenticator App © shows ads; Authenticator App does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App or Authenticator App ©?
Authenticator App ships an update every 10 days, and Authenticator App © every 2 months. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator App © on September 22, 2026.

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