Comparison

Authenticator · 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

Authenticator ·

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
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Protect your accounts with secure 2FA codes, passwords, and private browsing in one app. Authenticator 7 stores and generates two-factor authentication codes for all your online accounts. Keep your data safe with encrypted storage, iCloud backup, Face ID, and Apple Watch support. FEATURES • Generate 2FA codes for all popular services Google, Facebook, Instagram, Microsoft, Amazon, Discord, Dropbox, PayPal, Slack, Shopify, Zoom and thousands more. • Secure encrypted backup All your 2FA codes, passwords, and secret keys are encrypted and safely stored in iCloud. Restore everything on a new device in seconds. • Sync across all Apple devices Your codes automatically sync between iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. • Easy import and export Import 2FA codes from other authenticator apps with QR code or CSV. Export your data anytime. • Password Manager Store passwords in one secure place. Get alerts if your password appears in a data leak. • Password Generator Create strong passwords with custom length, symbols, and numbers. • App Lock Protect the app with Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN code with auto-lock. • Organize your codes Create folders, use drag and drop, and add custom icons for easier access. • Private Browser Browse privately with no history, cookies, or tracking. • Built-in VPN Protect your connection, hide your IP address, block ads, and stay safe on public Wi-Fi. Your privacy comes first. All data is encrypted and only you can access it. Privacy Policy: https://www.team2swift.com/privacy-authenticator/ Terms of Use: https://www.team2swift.com/terms-authenticator/

About

Authenticator App

Enhance your online security with this app, offering a secure and reliable method to protect your accounts. It generates unique codes for two-factor authentication, ensuring your personal information stays safe.

Highlights
  • Account protection with 2FA
  • Easy setup and management
  • Backup and sync accounts
  • Secure code generation
Features
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Our Authenticator app is the perfect solution for your online security needs. We designed it to provide you with a secure and reliable way to protect your online accounts. Using advanced security protocols, our app generates unique codes that only you can use to access your accounts, ensuring that your personal information remains safe and secure at all times. Our main feathers: 1.Protect your accounts with 2FA. 2.Easy to setup & manage your accounts. 3.Backup & Sync your accounts. About subscriptions - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. * Terms of Use: https://auth.skyrisenetworks.com/terms * Privacy Policy: https://auth.skyrisenetworks.com/privacy * Support: https://auth.skyrisenetworks.com/support

Screenshots

Authenticator ·4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

Authenticator · and Authenticator App both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 41% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 24% of Authenticator ·'s. Authenticator App also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Authenticator ·'s advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and chart position (#37 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 · sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Authenticator · against 4.7 for Authenticator App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 3.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 24% of Authenticator ·'s written reviews are positive against 41% of Authenticator App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, Authenticator App every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Authenticator · versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator ·Authenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (26K ratings)4.7 (3.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.8% of reviews40.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings26K — better3.4K
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#37 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size129 MB49 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSMM service, s.r.o.SkyRise Networks

Customer experience

Authenticator ·

All ratings26,318 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews282 reviews
Positive23.8%
Neutral3.9%
Negative72.3%

Authenticator App

All ratings3,384 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral3.9%
Negative4.3%
Written reviews74 reviews
Positive40.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative52.7%

User reviews

Authenticator ·

From 26K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Authenticator App

From 3.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Seamless functionality
  • 🚀 Quick and easy setup
  • 🔒 Robust security features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Compatibility issues
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🤯 Confusing user interface
  • 🔒 Unreliable authentication

Bugs and requests

Authenticator ·

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Codes not working as expected
  • Accounts disappearing after device change
  • Inability to cancel subscription

Requested features

3 requests
  • Backup and restore functionality
  • Support for more account types
  • Clearer instructions for setup and usage

Authenticator App

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unable to scan QR codes
  • Accounts not showing up correctly
  • Repeated login failures

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to add/manage multiple accounts
  • Improved syncing across devices
  • More transparent subscription model

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Authenticator ·

Subscriptions12
  • 1 Week Starter$6.997 Days
  • 1 Month Promo$7.991 Month
  • 1 Week Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
Show 9 more
  • 1 Month Plan - VPN3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Special1 Month trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan - 7 Days7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Year Plan$49.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan$59.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - 3 Days3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • 1 Year - 7 Days$69.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - VPN3 Days trial$79.991 Year
3 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • Authenticator Monthly Premium3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Authenticator Yearly Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator Lifetime Premium$49.99

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 App is rated higher. Authenticator · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.7 from 3.4K 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 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 23, 2026.

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