# Group2FA vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Group2FA at 100% against Authenticator App's 50%. Group2FA also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Authenticator App's advantage is ratings volume (658 vs 5) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Group2FA sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $1.59 per month and Authenticator App sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Group2FA holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 658 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Group2FA's written reviews are positive against 50% of Authenticator App's.

Group2FA ships an update every 2 months, Authenticator App fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Group2FA | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/group2fa-2fa-passcode-sharing/id1614716816/reviews)** | [4.5 (658 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-and-mfa/id6450535322/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **658** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 88 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [KG PRODDEV, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1614716818) | [NETRON LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692513455) |

## What reviewers say

### Group2FA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/group2fa-2fa-passcode-sharing/id1614716816)

Securely share two-factor authentication (2FA) codes with trusted groups for online accounts. Supports authenticator app codes and SMS-based OTPs through dedicated numbers. Simplifies access for shared services like streaming, banking, and business tools.

**Highlights:** Secure 2FA code sharing, Supports authenticator app codes (TOTP/HOTP), Share SMS-based OTPs, Dedicated Group2FA Numbers, Create trusted authentication groups, Cross-country support

**In-app purchases (19)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Add 5 Users to Auth Group | $1.59 | per month |
| Authenticator Code Group (1st) | $1.69 | per month |
| Authenticator Code Group (2nd) | $1.69 | per month |
| Authenticator Code Group (3rd) | $1.69 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Basic (1st) | $3.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Basic (2nd) | $3.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Basic (3rd) | $3.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Basic (1st) | $3.99 | per month |
| Add 5 Users and 200 Messages | $4.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Premium (1st) | $5.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Premium (2nd) | $5.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Premium (3rd) | $5.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number Premium (1st) | $5.99 | per month |
| Group2FA NonVoIP +1 (3rd) | $15.99 | per month |
| Group2FA NonVoIP +1 (1st) | $15.99 | per month |
| Group2FA NonVoIP +1 (2nd) | $15.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number AU +61 (1st) | $15.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number IL +972 (2nd) | $25.99 | per month |
| Group2FA Number IL +972 (1st) | $25.99 | per month |


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-and-mfa/id6450535322)

Enhance your online security with multi-factor and two-factor authentication. This app generates unique verification codes to protect sensitive accounts and data from unauthorized access, offering peace of mind for your digital life.

**Highlights:** Generate unique verification codes, Encrypted data and iCloud backups, Sync 2FA tokens across Apple devices, Apple Watch support, Customizable icons, PIN lock and auto-lock, Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Secure Yourself - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Offer Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Secure Yourself - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Secure Yourself - 6 Months | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Secure Yourself - Mac Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Secure Yourself - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Claim Offer - Free | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime - Offer | Free | one-time |
| Secure Yourself - Mac Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Secure Yourself - Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient and reliable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure authentication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Misleading pricing and subscriptions
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to add new accounts after update
- Immediate logout after login
- App crashing after updates

**Requested features**

- Compatibility with older devices
- Support for more authentication providers
- Horizontal iPad support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Group2FA free?

Group2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Group2FA or Authenticator App?

Group2FA is rated higher. Group2FA averages 5.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.5 from 658 ratings.

### Do Group2FA or Authenticator App have ads?

Neither Group2FA nor Authenticator App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Group2FA or Authenticator App?

Group2FA ships an update every 2 months, and Authenticator App fortnightly. Most recently, Group2FA was updated on September 15, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 28, 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.*