# Hacker Protection,VPN Security vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is ads: Hacker Protection,VPN Security at none against Authenticator App's shown. Hacker Protection,VPN Security also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (11K vs 84). Authenticator App's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 71%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hacker Protection,VPN Security sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Authenticator App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Hacker Protection,VPN Security against 4.6 for Authenticator App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hacker Protection,VPN Security has 11K ratings behind it against 84, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of Hacker Protection,VPN Security's written reviews are positive against 100% of Authenticator App's.

Hacker Protection,VPN Security ships an update every 6 days, Authenticator App every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hacker Protection,VPN Security | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432/reviews) | **[4.6 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-safeid/id6447739540/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 84 |
| Positive reviews | 71.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Size | 185 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Prime Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596286116) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Hacker Protection,VPN Security

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-protectionvpn-security/id1581268432)

This app offers comprehensive security and privacy features to protect your identity, data, and devices from cyber threats. It combines multiple security tools into one solution, including VPN, ID scanning, WiFi protection, and a secure photo vault.

**Highlights:** Phone Protection Score, Secure WiFi Scan, Continuous ID Scan, Message Spam Filter, Safe Photo Vault, VPN with Speed Boost Control, Secure Contacts Backup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MobileCare Suite | $4.99 | per month |
| Special Protection Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Security Scans Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription with Trial | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Special Security Discount Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| All app Premium subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| All App Access monthly. | $10.99 | per month |
| All app subscription for a month. | $12.99 | per month |
| Unlock app's all security features. | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly scans subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly scan + vpn subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Scan + VPN yearly sub without trial | $39.99 | per year |
| All App features with trail | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription All App. | $69.99 | per year |
| All App subscription without trial. | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Provides good security protection
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Useful security features like dark web scan

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🔋 VPN disconnects frequently
- 🤔 Inaccurate system update notifications
- 😕 Difficulty accessing or viewing reports

**Reported bugs**

- VPN not working as expected
- System update check not functioning properly
- Issues with accessing and viewing security reports

**Requested features**

- Add option to automatically disconnect from risky networks
- Improve email breach resolution process
- Provide more detailed security analytics and reporting
- Integrate with other security/privacy tools


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-safeid/id6447739540)

Enhance your online security with multi-factor authentication and identity protection. This app secures your accounts against hackers, scans networks for vulnerabilities, and monitors for data breaches. It also offers safe browsing with VPN capabilities to protect your privacy.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (OTP generation), QR code and manual account setup, Wi-Fi and system security scanner, Email breach monitoring, Secure browsing with VPN, Cross-device synchronization

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Purchase | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hacker Protection,VPN Security free?

Hacker Protection,VPN Security 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, Hacker Protection,VPN Security or Authenticator App?

Authenticator App is rated higher. Hacker Protection,VPN Security averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.6 from 84 ratings.

### Do Hacker Protection,VPN Security or Authenticator App have ads?

Authenticator App shows ads; Hacker Protection,VPN Security does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hacker Protection,VPN Security or Authenticator App?

Hacker Protection,VPN Security ships an update every 6 days, and Authenticator App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Hacker Protection,VPN Security was updated on September 25, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 12, 2026.

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