# 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 681) and device support (5 vs 3). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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 4 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. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 681, 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 20% of Authenticator© App'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 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id1602061522/reviews) | [4.6 (681 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6763306820/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | 681 |
| Positive reviews | **23.8% of reviews** | 20.0% 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 | **#37** | #45 |
| Size | 129 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SMM service, s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1503472689) | [To Ngoc Mai](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701365237) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ·

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

**Currently charting:** #37 Top Grossing · Utilities, #140 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/id6763306820)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Utilities, #80 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This app provides a secure way to manage two-factor authentication (2FA) for your online accounts. It generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) directly on your device, offering enhanced security against interception and SIM swap attacks. Easily set up accounts, access codes offline, and manage your credentials with advanced protection options.

**Highlights:** Secure 2FA and OTP generation, Offline code access, Easy account setup via QR or manual entry, Password storage and management, Private in-app browser, Biometric and PIN protection

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |


## 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 681 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 9 days. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator© App on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Authenticator · or Authenticator© App?

Authenticator · currently peaks at #37 in the App Store charts, and Authenticator© App at #45. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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