# Authenticator App vs Authenticator App+

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App at 4.6 against Authenticator App+'s 3.7. Authenticator App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (50K vs 3). Authenticator App+'s advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price and in-app purchases 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 2 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 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 50K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator App+ weekly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | Authenticator App+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (50K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id1538761576/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-plus-2fa-and-mfa/id6811580623/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **50K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 42.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#45** | — |
| Size | 143 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [2Stable](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534145511) | [Bakir Store](https://appshunter.io/developer/6793313755) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App

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

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Productivity, #104 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-plus-2fa-and-mfa/id6811580623)

Generate two-factor authentication codes and securely store passwords. Offers step-by-step setup, autofill capabilities, and iCloud sync for seamless device management. Protects your sensitive information with robust security features.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication code generation, Password vault for storing credentials, Autofill for codes and passwords, iCloud sync across devices, Widgets for quick access, Encrypted backup and restore

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $44.49 | per year |


## 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 50K ratings, while Authenticator App+ averages 3.7 from 3 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+ weekly. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on October 26, 2026 and Authenticator App+ on October 26, 2026.

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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.*