Comparison

Authenticator · vs Authenticator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Authenticator ·

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
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Protect your accounts with secure 2FA codes, passwords, and private browsing in one app. Authenticator 7 stores and generates two-factor authentication codes for all your online accounts. Keep your data safe with encrypted storage, iCloud backup, Face ID, and Apple Watch support. FEATURES • Generate 2FA codes for all popular services Google, Facebook, Instagram, Microsoft, Amazon, Discord, Dropbox, PayPal, Slack, Shopify, Zoom and thousands more. • Secure encrypted backup All your 2FA codes, passwords, and secret keys are encrypted and safely stored in iCloud. Restore everything on a new device in seconds. • Sync across all Apple devices Your codes automatically sync between iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. • Easy import and export Import 2FA codes from other authenticator apps with QR code or CSV. Export your data anytime. • Password Manager Store passwords in one secure place. Get alerts if your password appears in a data leak. • Password Generator Create strong passwords with custom length, symbols, and numbers. • App Lock Protect the app with Face ID, Touch ID, or a PIN code with auto-lock. • Organize your codes Create folders, use drag and drop, and add custom icons for easier access. • Private Browser Browse privately with no history, cookies, or tracking. • Built-in VPN Protect your connection, hide your IP address, block ads, and stay safe on public Wi-Fi. Your privacy comes first. All data is encrypted and only you can access it. Privacy Policy: https://www.team2swift.com/privacy-authenticator/ Terms of Use: https://www.team2swift.com/terms-authenticator/

About

Authenticator

Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication generated directly on your device. Easily set up TOTP codes by scanning QR codes, which refresh every 30 seconds and function offline. Supports a vast range of popular services and offers encrypted backup and sync.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Offline code generation
  • QR code setup
  • Encrypted backup and sync
  • Import from other authenticators
  • App Lock with biometrics
  • Password manager with autofill
  • Data breach monitoring
Features
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Secure your accounts with two-factor authentication generated on your device. Authenticator creates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for every service that supports 2FA. Scan a QR code and you're set up in seconds. Codes refresh every 30 seconds and work fully offline. Works with Google, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, Instagram, X, Amazon, PayPal, Coinbase, Binance, Dropbox, GitHub, Slack, Discord, Shopify and thousands more. FEATURES ► Secure TOTP codes Standards-based one-time passwords that refresh automatically. Generated on your device, so airplane mode or weak signal never blocks a sign-in. ► Setup in seconds Scan a QR code or enter a key manually. No account, no email, no registration. ► Encrypted backup and sync Codes are encrypted before they reach iCloud. Restore on a new phone in a minute, with automatic sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. ► Import from any authenticator Switch from Google Authenticator, Authy or Microsoft Authenticator via QR code or CSV. Export anytime. ► App Lock Face ID, Touch ID or PIN, with auto-lock the moment you switch away. ► Organize your accounts Folders, drag and drop, custom names and icons. Thirty accounts still take one glance to search. ► Apple Watch and widgets Codes on your wrist, plus Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets that copy a code without opening the app. ► Password manager with autofill Unlimited logins in the same encrypted vault, filled into Safari and any app by iOS. Built-in generator for strong passwords. ► Data breach monitoring Get alerted when your email or password appears in a known leak, with a clear list of what to change first. ► Private browser No history, no cookies, no tracking. Sign in to sensitive accounts leaving nothing behind. ► Unlock the Full Experience To access all features and create unlimited designs, an active Authenticator subscription is required. Download Authenticator today and take control of your accounts with the security and simplicity of modern two-factor authentication. If you have questions or ideas, we’d love to hear from you: support@lumetro.com Privacy Policy: https://lumetro.com/authenticator/privacy Terms of Use: https://lumetro.com/authenticator/terms

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator · at none against Authenticator's shown. Authenticator · also leads on ratings volume (26K vs 1) and chart position (#39 vs unranked). Authenticator's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Authenticator · sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator · has 26K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator · ships an update weekly, Authenticator every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Authenticator · versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator ·Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (26K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews23.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings26K — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#39 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB43 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSMM service, s.r.o.Lumetro LLC

Customer experience

Authenticator ·

All ratings26,358 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.4%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews285 reviews
Positive23.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative72.6%

Authenticator

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Authenticator ·

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Codes not working as expected
  • Accounts disappearing after device change
  • Inability to cancel subscription

Requested features

3 requests
  • Backup and restore functionality
  • Support for more account types
  • Clearer instructions for setup and usage

Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Authenticator ·

Subscriptions12
  • 1 Week Starter$6.997 Days
  • 1 Month Promo$7.991 Month
  • 1 Week Plan3 Days trial$9.997 Days
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  • 1 Month Plan - VPN3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Special1 Month trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Month Plan - 7 Days7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • 1 Year Plan$49.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan$59.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - 3 Days3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • 1 Year - 7 Days$69.991 Year
  • 1 Year Plan - VPN3 Days trial$79.991 Year
2 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions2
  • Authenticator Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium$39.991 Year

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 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Authenticator · or Authenticator have ads?
Authenticator shows ads; Authenticator · does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator · or Authenticator?
Authenticator · ships an update weekly, and Authenticator every 4 days. Most recently, Authenticator · was updated on October 13, 2026 and Authenticator on September 30, 2026.

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