Comparison

Two Factor Authenticator 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

Two Factor Authenticator

Manage your 2-Step Verification codes with a beautiful, minimal, and organized interface. This app offers a clean aesthetic, folder organization, and secure iCloud sync across Apple devices. Seamlessly import codes and generate them offline.

Highlights
  • Minimalist and elegant interface
  • Organize codes with folders
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
  • Seamless migration from Google Authenticator
  • Offline code generation
  • Secured with FaceID/TouchID
Features
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Protect your online accounts with a private, beautifully simple authenticator built for fast and secure two-factor authentication. Generate verification codes offline, organise every account, and keep your encrypted vault in sync across your Apple devices. SECURITY THAT STAYS YOURS Your authentication codes are stored in an encrypted vault protected by your private passphrase. Unlock quickly with Face ID or Touch ID, and use your recovery key if you ever need to restore access. Your data stays on your devices and in your personal iCloud account—with no advertising or cross-app tracking. FAST, RELIABLE VERIFICATION CODES Generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) without a network connection. Codes are always ready when you need to sign in, with a clean interface that keeps the current code easy to find and copy. ORGANISED AROUND YOUR LIFE Group accounts into folders for work, personal, social, or any setup that suits you. Add custom labels, edit account details, and keep even a large collection easy to navigate. MOVE IN WITHOUT THE HASSLE Add accounts by scanning a QR code, import QR codes from your photo library, or migrate existing accounts in seconds. SYNC ACROSS APPLE DEVICES Keep your encrypted vault securely updated across your Apple devices using iCloud. Automatic sync helps your accounts stay available without giving up control of your data. FEATURES • Encrypted vault with passphrase protection • Recovery key for safe account recovery • Face ID and Touch ID unlock • Offline TOTP verification codes • Secure iCloud sync • Folders and custom labels • QR code scanning and photo import • Light and Dark Mode • No advertising or cross-app tracking Authenticator combines strong privacy with a focused, elegant experience—so protecting every account feels effortless.

About

Authenticator App†

Secure your online accounts with a versatile two-factor authentication solution. Manage all your authentication codes in one place, offering enhanced security for websites, services, and crypto wallets. Supports biometric access and offline code generation.

Highlights
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA)
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Biometric security (fingerprint, face ID, PIN)
  • Offline code generation
  • Wide service compatibility
Features
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Authenticator App is a versatile and reliable two-factor authentication (2FA) solution, compatible with thousands of websites and services, including major platforms like Microsoft, Google, Robinhood, Facebook, PayPal, Amazon, Coinbase, Binance, Duo Mobile, Dropbox, Discord, Twitter, Steam, Snapchat, and countless others. With our app, you can manage all your authentication codes in one secure place, making it easier than ever to protect your online accounts. Enhanced Security for Your Digital Life Our app offers multi-factor authentication (MFA), which adds an extra layer of security beyond your password. This second layer ensures that even if someone has your password, they won’t be able to access your account without the additional verification method. You can use your fingerprint, face ID, or a PIN to provide this extra layer of protection in the two-step verification process, making your sign-ins fast and secure. Once you’ve signed in using 2FA, you’ll have seamless access to your favorite sites while keeping your accounts safe from unauthorized access. Perfect for Securing Your Crypto Wallets With the rise of digital currencies, security is more important than ever. Authenticator App is a trusted solution for protecting your bitcoin wallet and other crypto accounts. Rest easy knowing that your assets are safeguarded with state-of-the-art security measures. No More Complicated Passwords Gone are the days of juggling multiple long passwords. With Authenticator App, you can generate secure codes for your accounts with ease. Simply scan a QR code from a supported service, and the app will generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for you, ensuring that you’re always just a few taps away from secure access. Why Choose Authenticator App? * Compatibility: Works with a wide range of services, offering hassle-free integration for thousands of websites and apps. * User-Friendly: Intuitive interface and easy setup process make it suitable for everyone, from beginners to advanced users. * Biometric Security: Use fingerprint, face ID, or PIN for quick access to your codes. * Offline Functionality: Generate codes even without an internet connection, keeping you secure wherever you go. Take control of your online security and keep your digital life safe with Authenticator App—your all-in-one solution for managing two-factor authentication codes. You can cancel your subscription or free trial anytime by cancelling your subscription through your iTunes account settings, or it will automatically renew. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the free trial or any subscription period to avoid being charged. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Privacy Policy: https://appqe.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://appqe.com/terms.html

Screenshots

Two Factor Authenticator4 screens
Authenticator App†4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Two Factor Authenticator at none against Authenticator App†'s 3. Two Factor Authenticator also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 20%). Authenticator App†'s advantage is ratings volume (2.5K vs 31) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days. Two Factor Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Two Factor Authenticator against 4.5 for Authenticator App†. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App† has 2.5K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Two Factor Authenticator's written reviews are positive against 20% of Authenticator App†'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Two Factor Authenticator ships an update every 2 weeks, Authenticator App† fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 31, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Two Factor Authenticator versus Authenticator App†: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTwo Factor AuthenticatorAuthenticator App†
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (31 ratings)4.5 (2.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better20.0% of reviews
Number of ratings312.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVinay JainAppqe

Customer experience

Two Factor Authenticator

All ratings31 ratings
Positive83.9%
Neutral6.5%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Authenticator App†

All ratings2,532 ratings
Positive85.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews80 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative72.5%

Bugs and requests

Two Factor Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App†

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Accounts removed after update
  • Authentication codes deleted
  • QR code scanning not working
  • Data loss with no backup
  • App freezing or crashing

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to rename token cards
  • Option to pin favorites or sort
  • Assign categories to entries

In-app purchases

None

Two Factor Authenticator

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator App†

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription Pack$8.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$14.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Two Factor Authenticator free?
Two Factor Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator App† free?
Authenticator App† is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Two Factor Authenticator or Authenticator App†?
Authenticator App† is rated higher. Two Factor Authenticator averages 4.4 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Authenticator App† averages 4.5 from 2.5K ratings.
Do Two Factor Authenticator or Authenticator App† have ads?
Neither Two Factor Authenticator nor Authenticator App† shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Two Factor Authenticator or Authenticator App†?
Two Factor Authenticator ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator App† fortnightly. Most recently, Two Factor Authenticator was updated on July 31, 2026 and Authenticator App† on September 24, 2026.

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