# Authenticator · vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator · at none against Authenticator App's shown. Authenticator · also leads on ratings volume (26K vs 908) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks). Authenticator App's advantage is review sentiment (38% vs 24%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Authenticator · against 4.6 for Authenticator App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 908, 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 38% of Authenticator App's.

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, Authenticator App every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews) | [4.6 (908 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6505110382/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 908 |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **37.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#38** | — |
| Size | 129 MB | 320 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) | [A1Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/6801470556) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #38 Top Grossing · Utilities, #182 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-2fa-mfa/id6505110382)

Secure your online accounts with two-factor and multi-factor authentication. Generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) and OTP codes for fast, reliable logins. Includes a built-in password manager and encrypted backup for all your credentials.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), Multi-factor authentication (MFA), Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), Built-in password manager, Encrypted backup and sync, Import from other authenticator apps, Offline code generation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Weekly Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly Plan | $59.99 | per year |


## 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 · and Authenticator App are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 26K and 908 ratings respectively.

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

Authenticator App shows ads; Authenticator · does not.

### 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 22, 2026.

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