Comparison

Me QR vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Me QR

Easily generate and scan QR codes with this app. Create dynamic codes, customize their appearance without altering content, and scan existing codes. All generated codes remain active indefinitely, even in the free version, with no scanning limitations.

Highlights
  • Create dynamic QR codes
  • Customize code design
  • Edit code content without changing code
  • Built-in QR code scanner
  • Scan history and favorites
  • View scanning statistics
Features
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Use the "Me QR Generator" to create and scan QR codes. Create dynamic QR codes of different types, edit code content, code type and customize the design. All this can be done without changing the code itself. A user-friendly interface with prompts makes this process easy. Our codes do not have an expiry date, which means that even with the free version you can use the code as long as you need. We do not have scanning limits but you can view the scanning statistics for each code in your account. The app also has a built-in QR code scanner. The scanned codes are stored in the history. This allows you to open the desired link without having to scan again. And frequently used links can be added to Favourites, making it even easier to find them. Terms of Use (EULA) - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Authenticator

This app provides two-factor authentication to secure your online accounts. It generates time-based one-time passwords for various services, offering features like cloud backup, biometric protection, and offline code generation. Protect your digital life with this reliable and user-friendly security solution.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Secure cloud backup and sync
  • Biometric and PIN protection
  • QR code scanner for setup
  • Offline code generation
  • Support for multiple accounts
Features
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Enhance your account security with this App. This powerful and easy-to-use tool provides two-factor authentication to help protect your online accounts from unauthorized access. Generate time-based one-time passwords for all your supported services, including Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Instagram, Amazon, and many more. Simply scan a QR code or enter your secret key to start securing your accounts instantly. Key Features: * Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) * Secure cloud backup and sync (optional) * Biometric and PIN protection * QR code scanner for fast setup * Offline functionality – codes generated without internet * Support for multiple accounts and services * User-friendly interface with customizable options Your privacy and security are our top priorities. Keep your accounts safe with a reliable and private two-factor authentication solution. Subscription Information: - Payment. Charges apply to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. - Auto-Renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal Charges. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the selected plan. - Manage Your Subscription. Go to your Account Settings after purchase to handle auto-renewal and other preferences. Privacy Policy:https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-07-14-56 Terms Of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-07-14

Screenshots

Me QR4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Me QR at 88% against Authenticator's 0%. Me QR also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Authenticator's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Me QR sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $16.99 per month and Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Me QR holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60 and 61 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of Me QR's written reviews are positive against 0% of Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Me QR ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Me QR versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMe QRAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (60 ratings) — better4.6 (61 ratings)
Positive reviews88.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6061 — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperME TEAM LTDDEDUSHKA DEVELOPMENT - FZCO

Customer experience

Me QR

All ratings60 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.3%
Written reviews133 reviews
Positive88.0%
Neutral0.8%
Negative11.3%

Authenticator

All ratings45 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Me QR

Subscriptions4
  • Me QR Reader - Lite$16.991 Month
  • Me QR Reader - Premium7 Days trial$27.991 Month
  • Me QR Reader - Lite Annual$125.991 Year
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  • Me QR Reader - Premium Annual7 Days trial$180.991 Year
3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Me QR free?
Me QR 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, Me QR or Authenticator?
Me QR is rated higher. Me QR averages 4.8 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.6 from 61 ratings.
Do Me QR or Authenticator have ads?
Me QR shows ads; Authenticator does not.
Which is updated more often, Me QR or Authenticator?
Me QR ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator every 5 months. Most recently, Me QR was updated on October 16, 2026 and Authenticator on October 5, 2026.

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