# Authenticator App vs Authenticator App ∞

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App at 4.6 against Authenticator App ∞'s 3.9. Authenticator App also leads on ratings volume (49K vs 331) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Authenticator App ∞'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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 and Authenticator App ∞ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

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 331, 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 23% of Authenticator App ∞'s.

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator App ∞ every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | Authenticator App ∞ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id1538761576/reviews)** | [3.9 (331 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6742086933/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 331 |
| Positive reviews | **43.0% of reviews** | 22.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#41** | — |
| Size | 251 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [2Stable](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534145511) | [Rushdata Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861404410) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App

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

**Currently charting:** #41 Top Grossing · Productivity, #82 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


### Authenticator App ∞

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6742086933)

This app provides robust security for your online accounts by generating secure two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. It also offers features like risky link detection, private file storage, and seamless device synchronization for comprehensive data protection.

**Highlights:** Secure 2FA code generation, Encrypted code storage, QR code scanning and generation, Risky link detection, Private file and notes storage, Seamless device synchronization, Offline 2FA code generation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Weekly Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Monthly Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Authenticator Yearly Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator Yearly PRO | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator Lifetime PRO | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Forcing to buy an app to authenticate an account
- 💸 Charged $49.99 for subscription
- 🚫 Scam app
- 🚫 Does not work as expected
- 🚫 Misleading app, not the Microsoft Authenticator

**Reported bugs**

- App does not work with work account
- Repeatedly charged for the app without delivering


## Frequently asked 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 331 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App or Authenticator App ∞ have ads?

Neither Authenticator App nor Authenticator App ∞ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator App or Authenticator App ∞?

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator App ∞ every 2 months. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on October 12, 2026 and Authenticator App ∞ on October 12, 2026.

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