# Authenticator · vs Authenticator App ™

The clearest difference is chart position: Authenticator · at #37 against Authenticator App ™'s unranked. Authenticator · also leads on device support (5 vs 3). Authenticator App ™'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator · sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App ™ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator · holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26K and 24K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 24% of Authenticator ·'s written reviews are positive against 29% of Authenticator App ™'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, Authenticator App ™ every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Authenticator App ™ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews)** | [4.4 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6443508147/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 24K |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **29.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#37** | — |
| Size | 129 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) | [Codenhagen.IO ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617641724) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522)

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Grossing · Utilities, #141 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Securely store and generate two-factor authentication (2FA) tokens for your online accounts. Protect your accounts from hackers with an additional layer of security. Features encrypted backups, cross-device synchronization, and a private browser.

**Highlights:** Secure 2FA token generation, Encrypted iCloud backups, Cross-device synchronization, Import/Export 2FA codes, Password manager with leak protection, Private browser, App PIN lock

**Features:** Safari Extension, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Starter | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Promo | $7.99 | per month |
| 1 Week Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Plan - VPN | $12.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Plan | $12.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Special | $12.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Plan - 7 Days | $12.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Plan - 3 Days | $59.99 | per year |
| 1 Year - 7 Days | $69.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Plan - VPN | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helpful for 2FA
- 👍 Easy to navigate
- 🚀 Efficient authentication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 💰 Subscription-based model
- 🔒 Concerns about security and privacy
- 🤔 Misleading marketing

**Reported bugs**

- Codes not working as expected
- Accounts disappearing after device change
- Inability to cancel subscription

**Requested features**

- Backup and restore functionality
- Support for more account types
- Clearer instructions for setup and usage


### Authenticator App ™

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6443508147)

This app provides a secure way to manage two-factor authentication (2FA) for your online accounts. It generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) that update every 30 seconds, offering an extra layer of security without needing an internet connection. Features include iCloud backup, cross-device synchronization, and biometric unlock.

**Highlights:** Time-based one-time password (TOTP) generation, Secure iCloud backup and encryption, Synchronization across all devices, Unlock with FaceID or password, 100% Ad-Free experience, Compatible with over 2,500 websites and services

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator Premium | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Simple and straightforward
- 🚀 Functional tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unable to remove accounts
- 🐛 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
- 🐛 Not user friendly
- 🐛 Unreliable

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- QR code scanning issues
- Accounts not syncing properly
- Subscription not cancelling

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Better customer support
- Easier subscription management


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator · free?

Authenticator · 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, Authenticator · or Authenticator App ™?

Authenticator · is rated higher. Authenticator · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Authenticator App ™ averages 4.4 from 24K ratings.

### Do Authenticator · or Authenticator App ™ have ads?

Neither Authenticator · nor Authenticator App ™ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator · or Authenticator App ™?

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, and Authenticator App ™ every 2 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator App ™ on September 24, 2026.

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