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⋅

Securely manage all your passwords in an encrypted vault and enhance account protection with dual-encrypted two-factor authentication codes. Generate strong passwords, sync across devices, and set up accounts quickly with QR codes.

Highlights
  • Encrypted password storage
  • Smart password generator
  • Dual-encrypted 2FA
  • Fast QR code setup
  • Secure iCloud backup and sync
  • Import/export QR codes
Features
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Our app goes beyond standard 2FA. It's a secure, full-featured solution for both managing your passwords and protecting your accounts — combining encrypted password storage, automatic code generation, and seamless cross-device sync. Key Features: • Encrypted Password Manager – Your Personal Vault Safely store and manage all your passwords in one place. Organize by category, search instantly, and access everything behind one secure lock — no more forgetting or reusing weak passwords. • Smart Password Generator – Built for Strength Generate strong password instantly with one tap — perfect for creating fast, secure codes when setting up new logins. • Two-Factor Authentication with Dual Encryption Add powerful 2FA protection to your online accounts. Your time-based verification codes are stored with double encryption for maximum security. • Fast QR Code Setup Add accounts in seconds by scanning QR codes — quick, simple, and error-free. • Secure iCloud Backup & Instant Sync Back up all your data to iCloud with end-to-end encryption. Any changes are synced automatically across all your devices. • Easy Import & Export of QR Codes Move accounts between devices or store them offline with convenient QR code import/export. About Subscription Auto-renewable subscription $7.99 per week for a weekly subscription $4.99 per week for a weekly subscription with 3-day trial $14.99 per month for a monthly subscrition $39.99 per year for a yearly subscription $39.99 per year for a yearly subscription with 3-day trial $49.99 for a lifetime VIP user Note - Payment will be charged to the 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, and identify the cost of the renewal - The user and auto-renewal may manage subscriptions may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Contact us: support@byte-speed.com Terms of use: https://www.byte-speed.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://www.byte-speed.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

Authenticator App4 screens
Authenticator App⋅4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Authenticator App at 43% against Authenticator App⋅'s 0%. Authenticator App also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.5) and ads (none vs shown). Authenticator App⋅'s advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 49K ratings behind it against 153, 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 0% of Authenticator App⋅'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator App⋅ every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 13, 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) — better3.5 (153 ratings)
Positive reviews42.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings49K — better153
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
Best chart rank#49 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size251 MB72 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer2StableByteSpeed

Customer experience

Authenticator App

All ratings49,224 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral2.6%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews976 reviews
Positive42.8%
Neutral5.2%
Negative51.9%

Authenticator App⋅

All ratings153 ratings
Positive62.7%
Neutral3.3%
Negative34.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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⋅

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

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
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  • 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
6 purchases

Authenticator App⋅

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly VIP - 3 Days Free3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Weekly VIP Subscription$7.997 Days
  • Monthly VIP Subscription$14.991 Month
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  • Yearly VIP Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Yearly VIP - 3 Days Free3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime VIP$49.99

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 3.5 from 153 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 fortnightly, and Authenticator App⋅ every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on October 14, 2026 and Authenticator App⋅ on October 13, 2026.

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