# Authenticator · vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is update cadence: Authenticator at daily against Authenticator ·'s every 9 days. Authenticator ·'s advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (26K vs 6). On price, ads, 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 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, Authenticator daily. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator · | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews)** | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-otp-security/id6736878953/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 23.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#29** | — |
| Size | 129 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) | [Toni Pessey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775740925) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Grossing · Utilities, #163 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 page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-otp-security/id6736878953)

This app enhances account security by generating time-based, one-time passwords for two-factor authentication. It works offline and supports multiple accounts for emails, social media, and banking.

**Highlights:** Time-based one-time password generation, Offline code generation, Supports multiple accounts, Unlimited code generation (subscription), Multi-device sync (subscription), Cloud backup (subscription)

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| authenticatorWeekTrial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| authenticatorMonth | $19.99 | per month |
| authenticatorYear | $49.99 | per year |
| authenticatorLifeTime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator · free?

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

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator · or Authenticator?

Authenticator · is rated higher. Authenticator · averages 4.6 out of 5 from 26K ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.

### Do Authenticator · or Authenticator have ads?

Neither Authenticator · nor Authenticator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator · or Authenticator?

Authenticator · ships an update every 9 days, and Authenticator daily. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on September 25, 2026 and Authenticator on August 27, 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.*