# Authenticator vs The authenticator App

Authenticator and The authenticator App both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of The authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 33% of Authenticator's. The authenticator App also leads on ads (none vs shown). Authenticator's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and ratings volume (287 vs 67). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and The authenticator App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Authenticator against 4.4 for The authenticator App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 287 and 67 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Authenticator's written reviews are positive against 100% of The authenticator App's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | The authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (287 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa/id1631658132/reviews) | **[4.4 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-authenticator-app-2fa/id1641113701/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **287** | 67 |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 31 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fiision Studio Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/674479868) | [NextPixel apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1584487280) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa/id1631658132)

This app generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for your online accounts, enhancing security by preventing unauthorized access. It offers easy setup via QR code scanning or manual input, with options for backup and restore to iCloud, and supports biometric unlocking for quick access.

**Highlights:** Generate TOTP codes, QR code setup, Manual account input, iCloud backup and restore, Biometric unlock (Face ID/Touch ID)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $14.99 | one-time |


### The authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-authenticator-app-2fa/id1641113701)

Securely manage all your two-factor authentication codes in one place. Scan QR codes or manually add accounts for easy access, protected by Face ID or password.

**Highlights:** 2FA Code Generation, QR Code Scanning, Centralized Account Management, Face ID Access, Password Lock

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The authy authenticator | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 2fa 2 factor authentication | $9.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is The authenticator App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or The authenticator App?

The authenticator App is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 287 ratings, while The authenticator App averages 4.4 from 67 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or The authenticator App have ads?

Authenticator shows ads; The authenticator App does not.

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