# Authenticator · vs Open Authenticator by Skyost

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Authenticator · at 26K against Open Authenticator by Skyost's 9. Authenticator · also leads on review sentiment (23% vs 0%) and chart position (#45 vs unranked). On price, rating, 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 Open Authenticator by Skyost sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Authenticator ·'s written reviews are positive against 0% of Open Authenticator by Skyost's.

Authenticator · ships an update weekly, Open Authenticator by Skyost fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Open Authenticator by Skyost |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews)** | [4.4 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-authenticator-by-skyost/id6479272927/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **23.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#45** | — |
| Size | 116 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) | [Hugo Delaunay](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456648264) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Utilities, #174 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


### Open Authenticator by Skyost

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-authenticator-by-skyost/id6479272927)

This app generates Time-Based One-Time Passwords (TOTPs) to enhance online account security through two-factor authentication. It offers cross-platform syncing, a self-hostable backend, and an intuitive interface for managing your security codes.

**Highlights:** Generates Time-Based One-Time Passwords (TOTPs), Enhances online account security with 2FA, Cross-platform token syncing, Self-hostable backend option, Fast and easy-to-use interface, Open-source and free for local use

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Contributor Plan: Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Contributor Plan: Annual | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator · free?

Authenticator · is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Open Authenticator by Skyost free?

Open Authenticator by Skyost is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator · or Open Authenticator by Skyost?

Authenticator · is rated higher. Authenticator · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Open Authenticator by Skyost averages 4.4 from 9 ratings.

### Do Authenticator · or Open Authenticator by Skyost have ads?

Neither Authenticator · nor Open Authenticator by Skyost shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator · or Open Authenticator by Skyost?

Authenticator · ships an update weekly, and Open Authenticator by Skyost fortnightly. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on October 15, 2026 and Open Authenticator by Skyost on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*