# Authenticator · vs Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP

Authenticator · and Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP's written reviews are positive against 24% of Authenticator ·'s. Authenticator ·'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (26K vs 553). On price, rating, update cadence 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－2FAS・MFA・OTP sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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－2FAS・MFA・OTP. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 553, 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 73% of Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews) | [4.6 (553 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app2fasmfaotp/id6636543626/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 553 |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | **73.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#32** | #82 |
| Size | 129 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| 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) | [FLOOMIX LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581569860) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #32 Top Grossing · Utilities, #139 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－2FAS・MFA・OTP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app2fasmfaotp/id6636543626)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Grossing · Utilities, #188 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Enhance your online security by generating time-based one-time passcodes for two-factor authentication. Securely manage multiple accounts with effortless setup, biometric integration, and cloud backups. Enjoy a sleek interface with cross-device syncing for ultimate convenience.

**Highlights:** Multiple account support, QR code scanning for setup, Face ID/Touch ID integration, Cloud backups via iCloud, Dark mode interface, Cross-device synchronization

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Access | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator · free?

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

### Is Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP free?

Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator · or Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP?

Authenticator · and Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 26K and 553 ratings respectively.

### Do Authenticator · or Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP have ads?

Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP shows ads; Authenticator · does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator · or Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP?

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, and Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP every 9 days. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Authenticator · or Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP?

Authenticator · currently peaks at #32 in the App Store charts, and Authenticator App－2FAS・MFA・OTP at #82. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*