# Authenticator App+ vs Auth

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App+ at 4.8 against Auth's 4.2. Authenticator App+ also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 365). Auth's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (87% vs 77%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App+ sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Auth sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator App+ holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App+ has 12K ratings behind it against 365, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 77% of Authenticator App+'s written reviews are positive against 87% of Auth's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App+ | Auth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-plus/id1610508128/reviews)** | [4.2 (365 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auth-authenticator-app/id6470453559/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 365 |
| Positive reviews | 76.8% of reviews | **87.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 136 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Rocket Apps GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1566586717) | [婷 兰](https://appshunter.io/developer/1666722179) |

## 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 (5)**

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


### Auth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auth-authenticator-app/id6470453559)

Enhance your online security with this app that generates time-based one-time passwords. Protect your accounts from unauthorized access by enabling two-factor authentication and scanning QR codes. Secure your digital life with robust encryption and convenient backup options.

**Highlights:** Generates one-time tokens, Two-factor authentication, Encrypted vault, Password/biometric unlock, Supports HOTP and TOTP, Automatic iCloud backups, Multiple entry methods

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Robust security features
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Convenient multi-device sync
- 🚀 Reliable performance
- 🔒 Secure backup and recovery options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent ads disrupting usage
- 💰 Paid premium version required for ad-free experience

**Reported bugs**

- Ads interfering with account setup
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved free tier with fewer ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App+ free?

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

### Is Auth free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator App+ or Auth?

Authenticator App+ is rated higher. Authenticator App+ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Auth averages 4.2 from 365 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App+ or Auth have ads?

Both Authenticator App+ and Auth show ads.

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

Authenticator App+ ships an update every 2 weeks, and Auth every 2 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App+ was updated on October 1, 2026 and Auth on September 30, 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.*