# Password Manager vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Password Manager at 82% against Authenticator App's 20%. Password Manager also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (3.1K vs 87). Authenticator App's advantage is device support (5 vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password Manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Password Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Password Manager has 3.1K ratings behind it against 87, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 20% of Authenticator App's.

Password Manager ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator App every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id1627460689/reviews)** | [4.2 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6472872177/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.1K** | 87 |
| Positive reviews | **81.9% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 112 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [2Stable](https://appshunter.io/developer/1534145511) | [Hearttell US Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/508262068) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager/id1627460689)

Securely store all your sensitive digital information, including passwords, credit card details, 2FA codes, and files, in an end-to-end encrypted vault. Share data securely with others and generate strong, unique passwords for all your accounts. Access your information quickly and safely across all your devices.

**Highlights:** End-to-end encrypted vault, Secure password generator, Private encrypted groups with sharing, Autofill for websites and apps, Synchronization across Apple devices, Secure encrypted backups, Face ID/Touch ID access

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Password Manager | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Password Manager | $9.99 | per month |
| Password Manager | $19.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $29.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $49.99 | per year |
| Password Manager | $49.99 | per year |
| 2Stable Premium | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient app
- 💡 Useful features
- 🔒 Robust security protocols

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Difficult to set up
- 🔒 Lack of import function
- 🔒 Confusing UI
- 🔒 Lack of Mac/iPad support

**Reported bugs**

- Copy/paste functionality not working
- Authenticator app integration issues
- Difficulty setting up account
- Unexpected charges

**Requested features**

- Import function from other password managers
- Mac and iPad app support
- More customization options
- Improved authentication methods
- Ability to export data


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6472872177)

Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication. This app offers passwordless sign-ins, seamless autofill, and encrypted backups. It supports a vast range of services and works across Apple devices, with advanced security features like Face ID and Touch ID.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), Multi-factor authentication (MFA), Passwordless sign-ins, Seamless password autofill, Encrypted iCloud backup, Offline OTP generation, Face ID & Touch ID security

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator App 2FA Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator_App_2FA_MFA_Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App 2FA Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App 2FA Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Authenticator_App_Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App 2FA Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator_App_2FA_Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App One-time | $49.99 | one-time |
| Authenticator_App_2FA_Onetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Manager free?

Password Manager 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, Password Manager or Authenticator App?

Password Manager is rated higher. Password Manager averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.2 from 87 ratings.

### Do Password Manager or Authenticator App have ads?

Neither Password Manager nor Authenticator App shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager or Authenticator App?

Password Manager ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator App every 9 days. Most recently, Password Manager was updated on October 30, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 30, 2026.

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