# Authenticator · vs Authenticator™ App

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator · at 4.6 against Authenticator™ App's 4.1. Authenticator · also leads on ratings volume (26K vs 445) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator · holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 445, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 24% of Authenticator ·'s written reviews are positive against 18% of Authenticator™ App's.

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, Authenticator™ App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Authenticator™ App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews)** | [4.1 (445 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6449135969/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 445 |
| Positive reviews | **23.8% of reviews** | 18.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#37** | — |
| Size | 129 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| 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) | [BOHEM Bilisim LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1667352723) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Grossing · Utilities, #140 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/id6449135969)

This app generates secure, time-based one-time passwords for two-factor authentication. It supports automatic setup via QR code and works offline, synchronizing across Apple devices with iCloud backup and encryption.

**Highlights:** Automatic QR code setup, Offline code generation, iCloud Backup & Encryption, Synchronization across Apple Devices, Supports 2,500+ websites and services, Quick and easy 2FA verification

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premim Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premim Subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup process
- 🔒 Extra layer of security
- 🌐 Wide range of services supported
- ☁️ Offline code generation
- ✨ Clean, user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ App doesn't launch
- ❌ Multifactor authentication issues
- ❌ Cannot cancel subscription
- ❌ Codes not recognized
- ❌ Forced premium membership

**Reported bugs**

- App does not launch
- Multifactor authentication dysfunctional
- Codes not recognized
- Data deleted after update
- Accounts deleted after iPhone update

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads/upgrade popups
- Clearer explanation of setup and usage


## 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 4.1 from 445 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 4 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator™ App on September 21, 2026.

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