Comparison

Authenticator App+ vs Vigil

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

Vigil

Features
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The license, DEA & CME tracker built by a practicing physician. Free: track 2 credentials with renewal reminders. No account. Your data never leaves your phone. For physicians, NPs, PAs, CRNAs, nurses & pharmacists in all 50 states + DC. RENEWAL RULES BUILT IN • Renewal cycles and CE requirements for 51 jurisdictions (50 states + DC) • Profession-aware: MD/DO, NP, PA, CRNA, RN, LPN, CNM, CNS, pharmacist, PT • Multi-state licensure, with IMLC and Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) awareness • DEA tracked per state, plus state controlled-substance registrations TRACK EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE • State licenses and DEA registrations • Board certification and MOC dates • CME / CE hours by cycle • CAQH card (free — doesn't count toward your limit) • Hospital privileges and malpractice documents • ACLS, BLS, and other expiring certificates REMINDERS THAT FIT YOUR WORKFLOW Choose when the first alert arrives; Vigil follows up at 30, 14, and 7 days. Mute a reminder without losing the date. Reminders are included free on your 2 free credentials. ONE-TAP CREDENTIALING PACKET When a hospital, locum agency, or payer asks for documents, build and share a clean credential packet in one tap. Personal items stay out. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your vault lives on your phone, locked by PIN with optional Face ID. No account, no ads. PRICING • Free: 2 credentials with renewal reminders (CAQH card doesn't count) • Vigil Pro adds unlimited credentials (each with reminders) and the credentialing packet • Vigil Annual: $39.99/year • Vigil Lifetime: $99.99 one-time Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings. Vigil is a personal organizer. It is not affiliated with any licensing board, DEA, CAQH, or credentialing body, and does not provide medical advice. Always confirm requirements with your board. Support: vigil@agewellgeriatrics.net Privacy: https://vigil-app-site.expo.app/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://vigil-app-site.expo.app/terms.html

Screenshots

Authenticator App+4 screens
Vigil4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Vigil at none against Authenticator App+'s shown. Vigil also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, 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 and Vigil sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App+ ships an update fortnightly, Vigil every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Authenticator App+ versus Vigil: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator App+Vigil
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings12K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size150 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRocket Apps GmbHJames Lawrenzi

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

Vigil

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
2 purchases

Vigil

Subscriptions1
  • Vigil Annual$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Vigil Lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is Authenticator App+ free?
Authenticator App+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vigil free?
Vigil is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Authenticator App+ or Vigil have ads?
Authenticator App+ shows ads; Vigil does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App+ or Vigil?
Authenticator App+ ships an update fortnightly, and Vigil every 3 days. Most recently, Authenticator App+ was updated on November 9, 2026 and Vigil on October 31, 2026.

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