# Authenticator app vs 2FA App

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Authenticator app at 5.8K against 2FA App's 192. 2FA App's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 68%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator app sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and 2FA App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.59 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Authenticator app against 4.7 for 2FA App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator app has 5.8K ratings behind it against 192, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Authenticator app's written reviews are positive against 80% of 2FA App's.

Authenticator app ships an update monthly, 2FA App every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator app | 2FA App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id1625466768/reviews) | **[4.7 (192 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-app-authenticator/id6444840191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.8K** | 192 |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 279 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Maxima Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153277200) | [Nguyen Viet Anh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819465883) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator app

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id1625466768)

This app provides secure two-factor authentication for over 1000 popular online accounts. It offers quick access via widgets and Apple Watch, and ensures your data is safe with no internet exchange. Easily set up accounts by scanning QR codes or entering secret keys.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), Multi-factor authentication (MFA), Supports 1000+ apps, Apple Watch support, Quick widget support, QR code scanning, Encrypted backup

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Access 3 Month Trial | $69.99 | per year |
| Authenticator Premium Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |
| Authenticator Premium Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |
| Authenticator App Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure authentication
- 👍 Reliable and works well
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- 👍 Helpful for account recovery

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive or hidden fees
- 🤯 Confusing setup and usage
- 🔒 Issues with account access and recovery
- 🔋 Drains device battery

**Reported bugs**

- Codes not working or generating errors
- App crashing or freezing during use
- Accounts being deleted or inaccessible
- Compatibility issues with certain devices or platforms

**Requested features**

- Improved user interface and instructions
- Better compatibility with other apps and services
- Option to export/backup authentication codes
- Ability to easily manage and remove accounts


### 2FA App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-app-authenticator/id6444840191)

This app securely manages your two-factor authentication codes. It encrypts and stores your data in iCloud, allowing seamless synchronization across devices. Unlock with biometrics or a PIN for easy and secure access to your accounts.

**Highlights:** Secure iCloud data storage, Cross-device synchronization, Biometric and PIN unlock, QR code and manual setup, Encrypted data

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2FA App Pro Monthly | $3.59 | per month |
| 2FA App Pro 6 Months | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| 2FA App Pro Annually | $6.99 | per year |
| 2FA App Pro Annually | $7.19 | per year |
| 2FA App Pro OneTime | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator app free?

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

### Is 2FA App free?

2FA App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator app or 2FA App?

2FA App is rated higher. Authenticator app averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5.8K ratings, while 2FA App averages 4.7 from 192 ratings.

### Do Authenticator app or 2FA App have ads?

Neither Authenticator app nor 2FA App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator app or 2FA App?

Authenticator app ships an update monthly, and 2FA App every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator app was updated on October 30, 2026 and 2FA App on October 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.*