# Authenticator App vs MFA Authenticator & 2FA

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MFA Authenticator & 2FA at 100% against Authenticator App's 43%. MFA Authenticator & 2FA also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 18) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Authenticator App's advantage is ratings volume (49K vs 1) and chart position (#44 vs unranked). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. MFA Authenticator & 2FA asks for nothing beyond the download.

MFA Authenticator & 2FA holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 49K ratings behind it against 1, 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 100% of MFA Authenticator & 2FA's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | MFA Authenticator & 2FA |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id1538761576/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mfa-authenticator-and-2fa/id1663575326/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 42.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | — |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#44** | — |
| Size | 145 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [2Stable](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534145511) | [Dayana Networks Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/403434357) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id1538761576)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Grossing · Productivity, #59 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

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:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App | $39.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App | $69.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App | $69.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### MFA Authenticator & 2FA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mfa-authenticator-and-2fa/id1663575326)

This app generates time-based two-factor authentication codes for enhanced account security. It offers cross-device syncing via iCloud, customizable grouping, and secure backup options. Easily add accounts by scanning QR codes or manual entry.

**Highlights:** iCloud sync across devices, Export token configuration, Group similar accounts, Password protected backup, QR code scanning for account setup, Customizable look and feel

**Features:** Safari Extension, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App free?

Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MFA Authenticator & 2FA free?

MFA Authenticator & 2FA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator App or MFA Authenticator & 2FA?

MFA Authenticator & 2FA is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.6 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while MFA Authenticator & 2FA averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App or MFA Authenticator & 2FA have ads?

Neither Authenticator App nor MFA Authenticator & 2FA shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*