Comparison

Forms vs Authenticator °

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Forms

Instantly create smart forms with AI or design your own. Customize templates, scan paper forms, and export data to Google Sheets, Excel, or PDFs. Offers offline use and professional branding options.

Highlights
  • AI-powered form creation
  • Customizable form templates
  • Scan and digitize paper forms
  • Export data to Google Sheets, Excel, PDF
  • Offline form building and filling
  • Add branding elements to PDFs
Features
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Benefits of Falcon Forms: AI-Powered Form Creation: Instantly generate ready-to-use forms with the built-in AI Form Builder, designed for Google Sheets and Excel workflows. Build and Customize Forms: Create unlimited templates and export data directly to Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, or PDFs with seamless spreadsheet integration. Multiple Export Options: Send responses to Google Sheets, Excel, or generate professional PDFs. Ideal for users looking for apps with Google Sheets integration. Digitize Paper Forms: Scan and convert paper forms into digital data and export to Google Sheets, Excel, or PDFs. No Account Required: Build, fill, and export forms offline with full control over your data. User Friendly: Simple interface for fast form creation and easy data entry built for spreadsheet users. Boost Brand Value: Add letterheads, watermarks, and logos to your PDF exports. Core Features: AI Form Builder: Create forms instantly and connect data to Google Sheets and Excel. Custom Templates: 15+ input types designed for spreadsheet integration and export. Real Time Sharing: Share via email or cloud services and sync with Google Sheets. Secure PDFs: Add signatures and password protection to exported documents. Who Can Use Falcon Forms? Personal and Business: Manage tasks, inspections, and reports with easy export to Google Sheets, Excel, or PDFs. Business Documents: Create branded forms and simplify Google Sheets and Excel workflows. Suggestions or Feedback Reach out through the Contact Us section in the app. We are continuously improving Google Sheets integration, Excel support, and PDF features. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Special Attribution: Icons created by Freepik - Flaticon

About

Authenticator °

This app enhances your online security by generating time-sensitive passwords for two-factor and multi-factor authentication. It offers seamless data synchronization across devices, Apple Watch support, and robust encryption for your sensitive information.

Highlights
  • One-Time Passwords (OTP)
  • Seamless Data Synchronization
  • Apple Watch Support
  • End-to-End Encryption
  • Import/Export Encrypted Backups
  • Auto-Lock & Biometric Authentication
Features
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Cutting-edge security meets convenience: Authenticator° is the ultimate iOS app designed to make your digital life safer and hassle-free. Now supporting Apple Watch, we safeguard your accounts across Twitter, Reddit, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Amazon, Facebook, Dropbox, and more, providing an unparalleled layer of protection. Key Features: • One-Time Passwords (OTP) – Boost your account security with two-factor or multi-factor authentication, using unique, time-sensitive passwords generated on-demand. • Seamless Data Synchronization – Sync your authentication data across multiple devices effortlessly, ensuring you have access to your accounts whenever you need them. • Apple Watch Support – Your one-time passwords are now a glance away. Enjoy seamless integration with your Apple Watch for quick, convenient authentication. • End-to-End Encryption – Enjoy peace of mind knowing your sensitive information is protected with the highest level of encryption, keeping your data secure from prying eyes. • Import/Export Encrypted Backups – Create private, encrypted backups of your data and effortlessly import or export them to ensure your information is always safe and accessible. • Auto-Lock & Biometric Authentication – Tailor the auto-lock time to your needs and use Touch ID or Face ID for seamless access to your accounts without compromising security. • No Account Required – There's no need to create a separate account for Authenticator°. Simply sign in with your Apple ID for data syncing and iCloud backups or opt for "device only" mode to keep your data exclusively on your device. With Authenticator°, you'll never have to worry about the security of your online accounts again. Take control of your digital life and keep your information safe from hackers and identity thieves with the ultimate authentication app. Download Authenticator° today and experience a new level of online security and convenience. Authenticator° subscription: Authenticator° Premium unlocks features like Data Sync Across Devices, End-to-End Data Encryption, Unlimited Tokens, and Encrypted File Export/Import. Available plan pricing is shown in the app before purchase. Payment will be charged to your App Store account at confirmation of purchase, and subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renewal in your account settings after purchase. See the instructions here: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 You can read the terms of use and privacy policy here: https://kapi90.github.io/authenticator_privacy_policy.html End User License Agreement (EULA) of the App Store applies: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Forms4 screens
Authenticator °4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Authenticator ° at 77% against Forms's 0%. Authenticator ° also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ads (none vs shown). Forms's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Forms sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Authenticator ° sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator ° holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator ° has 594 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Forms's written reviews are positive against 77% of Authenticator °'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Forms ships an update every 3 days, Authenticator ° every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Forms versus Authenticator °: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFormsAuthenticator °
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (8 ratings)4.8 (594 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews76.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings8594 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPratheesh BennetBence Kaposzta

Customer experience

Forms

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

Authenticator °

All ratings594 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral3.0%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews103 reviews
Positive76.7%
Neutral7.8%
Negative15.5%

Bugs and requests

Forms

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator °

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • List of saved sites/accounts disappearing
  • Trouble logging in or resetting password
  • Incompatibility with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow renaming of accounts
  • Add pop-up notifications like other authenticators
  • Improve sync with desktop/laptop
  • Provide more theme/customization options

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Forms

Subscriptions1
  • Build Unlimited Forms & Fields$1.991 Month
One-time2
  • One-time purchase for lifetime$4.99
  • Unlock Export Features$19.99
14 purchases

Authenticator °

Subscriptions11
  • Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 8 more
  • 3 Month$12.993 Months
  • 1 Year, 50% off$19.991 Year
  • 1 Year Discounted$22.991 Year
  • 1 Year, 30% off$27.991 Year
  • 1 Year with initial offer1 Month trial$34.991 Year
  • Annual subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • 1 Year$39.991 Year
  • 1 Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • Free Lifetime subscriptionFree
  • Lifetime, intro offer$0.29
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is Forms free?
Forms is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator ° free?
Authenticator ° is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Forms or Authenticator °?
Authenticator ° is rated higher. Forms averages 3.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Authenticator ° averages 4.8 from 594 ratings.
Do Forms or Authenticator ° have ads?
Forms shows ads; Authenticator ° does not.
Which is updated more often, Forms or Authenticator °?
Forms ships an update every 3 days, and Authenticator ° every 2 weeks. Most recently, Forms was updated on September 16, 2026 and Authenticator ° on September 28, 2026.

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