# Authenticator App+ vs Password Manager

The clearest difference is monetization model: Password Manager at free with in-app purchases against Authenticator App+'s subscription. Password Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown). Authenticator App+'s advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 3.1K). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Password Manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.8 for Authenticator App+ against 4.8 for Password Manager. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12K and 3.1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Authenticator App+'s written reviews are positive against 81% of Password Manager's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App+ | Password Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-plus/id1610508128/reviews) | [4.8 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id1627460689/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 3.1K |
| Positive reviews | 76.8% of reviews | **81.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 135 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rocket Apps GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566586717) | [2Stable](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534145511) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-plus/id1610508128)

Secure your online accounts with this app. It generates and stores two-factor authentication codes for popular services. Features include QR code scanning, end-to-end encryption, and device syncing.

**Highlights:** Generate and store 2FA/MFA codes, Scan QR codes or enter manually, End-to-end encryption, Unlock with Face ID & Touch ID, Encrypted iCloud backup, Sync across Apple devices, Homescreen Widgets

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| PRO Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Rocket Apps PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure authentication
- 👍 Helpful for account recovery
- 💡 Useful for online security

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Accounts disappearing after app updates
- 🔒 Difficulty resetting passwords
- 💰 Subscription concerns

**Reported bugs**

- App freezing during use
- Codes not working as expected
- Repeated prompts for new user setup

**Requested features**

- Forgot password feature
- Ability to delete vaults
- Better cross-device synchronization


### Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id1627460689)

Securely store all your sensitive digital information, including passwords, credit card details, 2FA codes, and files, in an end-to-end encrypted vault. Share data securely with others and generate strong, unique passwords for all your accounts. Access your information quickly and safely across all your devices.

**Highlights:** End-to-end encrypted vault, Secure password generator, Private encrypted groups with sharing, Autofill for websites and apps, Synchronization across Apple devices, Secure encrypted backups, Face ID/Touch ID access

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Password Manager | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Password Manager | $9.99 | per month |
| Password Manager | $19.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $29.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $49.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $49.99 | per year |
| 2Stable Premium | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient app
- 💡 Useful features
- 🔒 Robust security protocols

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Difficult to set up
- 🔒 Lack of import function
- 🔒 Confusing UI
- 🔒 Lack of Mac/iPad support

**Reported bugs**

- Copy/paste functionality not working
- Authenticator app integration issues
- Difficulty setting up account
- Unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Import function from other password managers
- Mac and iPad app support
- More customization options
- Improved authentication methods
- Ability to export data


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App+ free?

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

### Is Password Manager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator App+ or Password Manager?

Authenticator App+ and Password Manager are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 12K and 3.1K ratings respectively.

### Do Authenticator App+ or Password Manager have ads?

Authenticator App+ shows ads; Password Manager does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator App+ or Password Manager?

Authenticator App+ ships an update fortnightly, and Password Manager fortnightly. Most recently, Authenticator App+ was updated on October 2, 2026 and Password Manager on October 2, 2026.

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