Comparison

Authenticator vs Authenticator App ‘

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator

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
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Authenticator - Secure 2FA will be used to generate authentication code for your online accounts. Authenticator - Secure 2FA will generate Time-based One-time passwords (TOTP) automatically along with expiration time. If an OTP expires, a new one will be generated. This will prevent hackers from accessing your online account illegally. Features: Easy to set up: no login required, just scan QR-Code to add your account. Alternatively, you can input manually. Backup and Restore: Secure your online accounts into iCloud and sync across your devices. Incase your phone is lost or damaged, you simply install Authenticator - Secure 2FA on your new devices to access all your keys. Quick unlock: support biometric unlock like Face ID or Touch ID There are three subscription plans: ・Lifetime $19.99 ・Weekly $2.99, auto-renew ・Monthly $5.99, auto-renew - Subscribed users have unlimited use and access to all of its Premium Features, without Ads. - Non-subscribed users can use Premium Feature a few times a day. - Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is disabled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hour prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of renewal. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Contact us: support@fiisionstudio.com Privacy Policy: https://fiisionstudio.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://fiisionstudio.com/terms-and-conditions/

About

Authenticator App ‘

Generate two-factor authentication codes to secure your online accounts. Easily set up by scanning QR codes and sync your tokens across devices. Supports thousands of popular services and includes a secure private browser.

Highlights
  • Two-factor authentication code generation
  • QR code setup
  • Backup and sync for tokens
  • Support for popular services
  • Secure private browser
  • Unlimited PRO features with subscription
Features
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Authenticator' App can generate two-factor authentication code to protect your online accounts. It help’s you protect your account secure. FEATURES: - Easy to Setup - Secure Private Browser No data is saved, when you exit the app, all data and history is removed. Everything that goes on in the browser is removed when you leave. - Terms of Use: https://www.flexitechstudio.com/terms - Privacy Policy: https://www.flexitechstudio.com/privacy - Support: https://www.flexitechstudio.com/support SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS: The App offers an auto-renewing monthly subscription at USD 7.99/month (or currency equivalent) and an auto-renewing yearly subscription at USD 39.99/year (or currency equivalent) to provide you with unlimited access to all PRO Features while you maintain an active subscription. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable.

Screenshots

Authenticator3 screens
Authenticator App ‘4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Authenticator at freemium against Authenticator App ‘'s subscription. Authenticator also leads on review sentiment (33% vs 9%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App ‘ sells 5 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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Authenticator against 4.2 for Authenticator App ‘. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 287 and 287 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 33% of Authenticator's written reviews are positive against 9% of Authenticator App ‘'s.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Authenticator versus Authenticator App ‘: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorAuthenticator App ‘
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (287 ratings) — better4.2 (287 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better9.0% of reviews
Number of ratings287287
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB73 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFiision Studio Company LimitedSmart Technology by Flexi

Customer experience

Authenticator

All ratings287 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Authenticator App ‘

All ratings287 ratings
Positive79.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative18.1%
Written reviews89 reviews
Positive9.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative91.0%

Bugs and requests

Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App ‘

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues
  • Scanning QR code problems
  • Accounts not syncing

Requested features

3 requests
  • Refund option
  • Better instructions
  • Free version

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$14.99
5 purchases

Authenticator App ‘

Subscriptions4
  • Authenticator App - Weekly VIP$4.997 Days
  • Authenticator App - Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Authenticator App - Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • Authenticator-yearly3DaysTrail3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator App - Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator 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, Authenticator or Authenticator App ‘?
Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 287 ratings, while Authenticator App ‘ averages 4.2 from 287 ratings.
Do Authenticator or Authenticator App ‘ have ads?
Both Authenticator and Authenticator App ‘ show ads.

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