Comparison

Password Manager vs 2FA Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Password Manager

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
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Password Manager by 2Stable securely stores your passwords, credit cards, 2FA codes, files, photos, videos, passkeys, notes, and any other sensitive data you wish to safeguard in a secure end-to-end encrypted vault. Features: - Private Encrypted Groups with Secure Sharing: Create your own private, encrypted groups to share passwords with others. A perfect solution for families, teams and enterprises. - Strong Secure Password Generator: Create strong, unique passwords for all your online accounts. - Secure & Private: Every piece of data within Password Manager by 2Stable remains encrypted at all times, including when stored in iCloud, guaranteeing that only you have access to your information. - Secure Encrypted Backup: Password Manager offers the option to create secure, encrypted backups, ensuring your data's safety in situations like device loss or when transitioning to a new device. - Synchronization Across all Devices: Password Manager ensures that all your accounts are automatically synchronized across all your Apple devices for a seamless experience. - Autofill Feature: Password Manager by 2Stable conveniently autofills your usernames, passkeys and passwords into websites and apps. - Access with Face ID / Touch ID: Unlock your vault with Face ID or Touch ID for faster access. - More than a Password Manager: Password Manager by 2Stable goes beyond just managing passwords. It securely stores a variety of data, including 2FA codes, passkeys, credit card details, photos, videos, notes, and any other sensitive information you need to keep safe. Links Terms of Service: https://passwords.2stable.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://passwords.2stable.com/privacy-policy

About

2FA Authenticator

Enhance your online account security with this tool that generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. It supports a wide range of services and offers effortless setup with a user-friendly interface. Secure your digital identity and gain peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Generate two-factor authentication codes
  • Support for a wide range of services
  • Effortless setup process
  • QR code scanning for quick setup
  • Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • Customizable icons for codes
Features
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Enhance the security of your online accounts with 2FA Authenticator, the trusted companion for safeguarding your digital identity. Seamlessly add two-factor authentication (2FA) codes to your favorite services, providing an extra layer of protection against unauthorized access. 2FA Authenticator supports a wide range of popular platforms, making it a versatile solution for strengthening your online defenses. Simplify the process of securing your accounts and enjoy peace of mind in the digital realm. Features: • Fortify Your Accounts: Add an extra layer of security to your online presence with two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. • Wide Service Support: 2FA Authenticator is compatible with a multitude of popular services, ensuring comprehensive coverage for your digital life. • Effortless Setup: Simplify the 2FA setup process with user-friendly features that make securing your accounts a breeze. • QR Code Scanning: Quickly grant access to your phone's camera to effortlessly scan QR codes, streamlining the setup of 2FA for supported services. • User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy an intuitive and visually pleasing interface that makes navigating and managing your 2FA codes a delightful experience. • Custom Icons: Add custom or system icons to any of your 2FA codes to better recognize them on the list with many codes. The application automatically recognizes the service icon. Download 2FA Authenticator now and fortify your online security effortlessly.

Screenshots

Password Manager4 screens
2FA Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Password Manager at none against 2FA Authenticator's shown. Password Manager also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (3K vs 102). 2FA Authenticator's advantage is iOS requirement (14.3 vs 16.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. Password Manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and 2FA Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Password Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Password Manager has 3K ratings behind it against 102, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 67% of 2FA Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Password Manager ships an update fortnightly, 2FA Authenticator monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Password Manager versus 2FA Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassword Manager2FA Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3K ratings) — better4.5 (102 ratings)
Positive reviews81.4% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings3K — better102
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.014.3 — better
Further details — not scored
Size112 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer2StableAPPSTER LIMITED

Customer experience

Password Manager

All ratings3,004 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral3.3%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews70 reviews
Positive81.4%
Neutral2.9%
Negative15.7%

2FA Authenticator

All ratings102 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral2.0%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

Password Manager

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

2FA Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Password Manager

Subscriptions7
  • Password Manager3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Password Manager$9.991 Month
  • Password Manager$19.991 Year
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  • Password Manager$29.991 Year
  • Password Manager$49.991 Year
  • Password Manager3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • 2Stable Premium$59.991 Year
4 purchases

2FA Authenticator

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly plan$4.997 Days
  • Monthly plan$9.991 Month
  • Yearly plan with free trial7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Yearly plan with weekly trial7 Days trial$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Password Manager free?
Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 2FA Authenticator free?
2FA Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Password Manager or 2FA Authenticator?
Password Manager is rated higher. Password Manager averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while 2FA Authenticator averages 4.5 from 102 ratings.
Do Password Manager or 2FA Authenticator have ads?
2FA Authenticator shows ads; Password Manager does not.
Which is updated more often, Password Manager or 2FA Authenticator?
Password Manager ships an update fortnightly, and 2FA Authenticator monthly. Most recently, Password Manager was updated on September 23, 2026 and 2FA Authenticator on September 8, 2026.

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