Comparison

Authenticator vs 2FA 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

2FA App

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
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2FA App is a 2-step verification code management app. 2FA App stores data in your iCloud. In case you lose your phone, you can simply install the app on a new device with the same iCloud Apple account. Features: - All data is always encrypted and stored securely in your iCloud. You are the only one who can access your data.. - Synchronize data across all devices. - Unlock with Touch ID or Face ID, PIN. - Create and manage secure and convenient two-factor authentication codes. - Set up with a QR code or enter the secret key manually. Privacy policy: https://www.vit-software.com/2fa-privacy-policy Terms of service: https://www.vit-software.com/2fa-terms-of-service For any questions, please contact email: contact@vit-software.com

Screenshots

Authenticator3 screens
2FA App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 2FA App at 80% against Authenticator's 33%. 2FA App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

2FA App holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 287 and 190 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Authenticator's written reviews are positive against 80% of 2FA App's.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Authenticator versus 2FA App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator2FA App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (287 ratings)4.7 (190 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings287 — better190
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFiision Studio Company LimitedNguyen Viet Anh

Customer experience

Authenticator

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

2FA App

All ratings190 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral2.6%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

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

2FA App

Subscriptions4
  • 2FA App Pro Monthly$3.591 Month
  • 2FA App Pro 6 Months$5.996 Months
  • 2FA App Pro Annually$6.991 Year
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  • 2FA App Pro Annually$7.191 Year
One-time1
  • 2FA App Pro OneTime$8.99

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator 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 or 2FA App?
2FA App is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 287 ratings, while 2FA App averages 4.7 from 190 ratings.
Do Authenticator or 2FA App have ads?
Authenticator shows ads; 2FA App does not.

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