# Authenticator · vs Authenticator App | 2FA Auth

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator · at 4.6 against Authenticator App | 2FA Auth's 3.9. Authenticator · also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (26K vs 56). Authenticator App | 2FA Auth's advantage is review sentiment (35% vs 24%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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 | 2FA Auth sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 56, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 24% of Authenticator ·'s written reviews are positive against 35% of Authenticator App | 2FA Auth'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 | 2FA Auth every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Authenticator App | 2FA Auth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews)** | [3.9 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-auth/id6612014885/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 56 |
| Positive reviews | 23.6% of reviews | **35.0% 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 | **#28** | — |
| Size | 129 MB | 109 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) | [MAXLABS COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249757953) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Grossing · Utilities, #194 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 | 2FA Auth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-auth/id6612014885)

Enhance your online security with a robust two-factor authentication manager. This app generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for secure logins, even offline. It also offers password management and easy account import/export for thousands of services.

**Highlights:** Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), Time-Based One-Time Passwords (TOTP), Offline Capability, Password Management, Import/Export Accounts, Wide Compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Sale Off | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Payment | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator · free?

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

### Is Authenticator App | 2FA Auth free?

Authenticator App | 2FA Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator · or Authenticator App | 2FA Auth?

Authenticator · is rated higher. Authenticator · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Authenticator App | 2FA Auth averages 3.9 from 56 ratings.

### Do Authenticator · or Authenticator App | 2FA Auth have ads?

Authenticator App | 2FA Auth shows ads; Authenticator · does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator · or Authenticator App | 2FA Auth?

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, and Authenticator App | 2FA Auth every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on October 3, 2026 and Authenticator App | 2FA Auth on October 1, 2026.

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