Comparison

Authenticator App+ vs Ehlert.IT Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator App+

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
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Authenticator App helps you to secure all your online accounts. Use Authenticator App to scan, generate and save 2FA & MFA codes for popular services including Facebook, Microsoft, Instagram, Google, Amazon, Coinbase, Authy, Roblox and many more. • Store and generate secure two-factor and multi-factor (2FA & MFA) authentication tokens • Scan QR Codes or enter codes manually • End-to-end encryption for all stored codes • Unlock with Face ID & Touch ID • Encrypted Backup to iCloud • Easily restore codes when you switch or lose devices • Securely Sync codes across all your Apple devices • Works on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch • Homescreen Widgets for quick access • Works offline. No internet connection required. • Import existing tokens • Full support for time-based one-time password (TOTP) • Supports popular services including Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, Google, Amazon, Coinbase, Roblox and thousands of other services SUPPORT Our goal is to build the best apps in the world. You can help us by reporting bugs and requesting features via Email: help@rocketapps.com TERMS & PRIVACY https://rocketapps.com/privacy.html https://rocketapps.com/terms.html SUBSCRIPTION TERMS: The App offers an auto-renewing monthly or yearly subscription to provide you with unlimited access to all PRO Features while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable.

About

Ehlert.IT Authenticator

Features
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Ehlert.IT Authenticator ist dein sicherer Tresor für Zwei-Faktor-Codes (TOTP) auf iPhone und iPad. Alle Geheimnisse bleiben ausschließlich auf deinem Gerät — kein Cloud-Abgleich, keine Server, keine Werbung, keine Telemetrie. WAS DIE APP KANN • Unbegrenzt viele TOTP-Konten verwalten (6- bis 8-stellige Codes, Periode 15 bis 120 Sekunden, Algorithmen SHA1, SHA256 und SHA512 — kompatibel mit Google, Microsoft, GitHub, AWS, Nextcloud, Bitwarden, Mailbox.org und allen weiteren Diensten nach RFC 6238) • Konten per QR-Code mit der Kamera einscannen, aus einem Foto in der Galerie laden oder manuell eintragen • Live-Countdown für jeden Code, Tippen kopiert in die Zwischenablage, die sich nach Ablauf des Codes automatisch wieder leert • Konten lassen sich jederzeit umbenennen, durchsuchen, sortieren und löschen • Aufgeräumte, schnelle Oberfläche ohne Ablenkung SICHERHEIT IM KERN • Alle Geheimnisse werden mit AES-GCM verschlüsselt im Geräte-Container abgelegt • Der Schlüssel wird aus deiner 6-stelligen PIN per PBKDF2-HMAC-SHA256 mit 310.000 Iterationen abgeleitet • Optional: Entsperrung per Face ID oder Touch ID — der Schlüssel ist biometrisch an dein Gerät gebunden und wird vom Secure Enclave geschützt • Automatische Sperre beim Wechsel in den Hintergrund • Datenschutz-Overlay im App-Switcher (Codes nicht sichtbar) • Datei-Schutz „Complete Protection" auf Systemebene SELBSTZERSTÖRUNG (OPTIONAL) • Auto-Löschung nach frei wählbarer Anzahl falscher PIN-Eingaben (3 bis 10) • Panic-PIN: eine zweite PIN, die bei Eingabe alle Daten still und unwiederbringlich löscht • Alle Schutzmechanismen einzeln aktivierbar BACKUP & WIEDERHERSTELLUNG • Verschlüsseltes Backup als Datei (.eitauth) — teilbar via iOS-Share- Sheet (iCloud Drive, AirDrop, Mail) • Verschlüsseltes Backup als ein oder mehrere QR-Codes — vom anderen Gerät aus mit der Kamera oder per Foto wieder einlesbar • Auswahl, welche Konten exportiert werden — per Häkchen • Optional: Export im Standard-Migrationsformat (otpauth-migration://) zur Übernahme aus oder in andere Authenticator-Apps TRANSPARENZ • 100 % offline — keine Netzwerkverbindung nötig oder vorhanden • Keine Nutzerregistrierung • Keine Telemetrie, kein Tracking, keine Drittanbieter-SDKs • Kein iCloud-Sync — bewusst nur auf einem Gerät Wenn du dein iPhone oder iPad verlierst und kein Backup hast, sind die Codes weg. Das ist der Preis für vollständige Datenhoheit. Lege deshalb regelmäßig ein verschlüsseltes Backup an. Gemacht in Essen. Entwickler: Thiemo Ehlert | ehlert.it

Screenshots

Authenticator App+4 screens
Ehlert.IT Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ehlert.IT Authenticator at none against Authenticator App+'s 6. Ehlert.IT Authenticator also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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 App+ sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Ehlert.IT Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App+ ships an update fortnightly, Ehlert.IT Authenticator every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Authenticator App+ versus Ehlert.IT Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator App+Ehlert.IT Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings12K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size135 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRocket Apps GmbHThiemo Ehlert

Bugs and requests

Authenticator App+

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezing during use
  • Codes not working as expected
  • Repeated prompts for new user setup

Requested features

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

Ehlert.IT Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Authenticator App+

Subscriptions6
  • PRO Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • PRO Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • PRO Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • PRO Yearly1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Rocket Apps PRO Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • PRO Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

Ehlert.IT Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator App+ free?
Authenticator App+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ehlert.IT Authenticator free?
Ehlert.IT Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Authenticator App+ or Ehlert.IT Authenticator have ads?
Authenticator App+ shows ads; Ehlert.IT Authenticator does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App+ or Ehlert.IT Authenticator?
Authenticator App+ ships an update fortnightly, and Ehlert.IT Authenticator every 6 days. Most recently, Authenticator App+ was updated on October 16, 2026 and Ehlert.IT Authenticator on October 3, 2026.

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