Comparison

Kernelsoft 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

Kernelsoft

Features
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This application has been developed to support the management of contract and other information related to the production of seeds for a commercial producer.

About

Authenticator App+

Secure your online accounts with this app. It generates and stores two-factor authentication codes for popular services. Features include QR code scanning, end-to-end encryption, and device syncing.

Highlights
  • Generate and store 2FA/MFA codes
  • Scan QR codes or enter manually
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Unlock with Face ID & Touch ID
  • Encrypted iCloud backup
  • Sync across Apple devices
  • Homescreen Widgets
Features
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Authenticator App helps you to secure all your online accounts. Use Authenticator App to scan, generate and save 2FA & MFA codes for popular services including Facebook, Microsoft, Instagram, Google, Amazon, Coinbase, Authy, Roblox and many more. • Store and generate secure two-factor and multi-factor (2FA & MFA) authentication tokens • Scan QR Codes or enter codes manually • End-to-end encryption for all stored codes • Unlock with Face ID & Touch ID • Encrypted Backup to iCloud • Easily restore codes when you switch or lose devices • Securely Sync codes across all your Apple devices • Works on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch • Homescreen Widgets for quick access • Works offline. No internet connection required. • Import existing tokens • Full support for time-based one-time password (TOTP) • Supports popular services including Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, Google, Amazon, Coinbase, Roblox and thousands of other services SUPPORT Our goal is to build the best apps in the world. You can help us by reporting bugs and requesting features via Email: help@rocketapps.com TERMS & PRIVACY https://rocketapps.com/privacy.html https://rocketapps.com/terms.html SUBSCRIPTION TERMS: The App offers an auto-renewing monthly or yearly subscription to provide you with unlimited access to all PRO Features while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable.

Screenshots

Kernelsoft4 screens
Authenticator App+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kernelsoft at none against Authenticator App+'s 6. Kernelsoft also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.2 vs 16.0). Authenticator App+'s advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 13 months). On price and device support 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 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Kernelsoft asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kernelsoft ships an update every 13 months, Authenticator App+ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on May 16, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Kernelsoft versus Authenticator App+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKernelsoftAuthenticator App+
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—77.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—12K — better
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS14.2 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperrealTIME IT Pty LtdRocket Apps GmbH

Bugs and requests

Kernelsoft

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App+

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezing during use
  • Codes not working as expected
  • Repeated prompts for new user setup

Requested features

3 requests
  • Forgot password feature
  • Ability to delete vaults
  • Better cross-device synchronization

In-app purchases

None

Kernelsoft

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Authenticator App+

Subscriptions5
  • Rocket Apps PRO Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial2 variants$39.991 Year
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  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Kernelsoft free?
Kernelsoft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator App+ free?
Authenticator App+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kernelsoft or Authenticator App+ have ads?
Authenticator App+ shows ads; Kernelsoft does not.
Which is updated more often, Kernelsoft or Authenticator App+?
Kernelsoft ships an update every 13 months, and Authenticator App+ every 2 weeks. Most recently, Kernelsoft was updated on May 16, 2026 and Authenticator App+ on September 25, 2026.

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