The authenticator App vs QR Hero
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The authenticator App
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.
- 2FA Code Generation
- QR Code Scanning
- Centralized Account Management
- Face ID Access
- Password Lock
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Authenticator App will help you to have all your 2FA Auth access in one place. All you need to SCAN a QR code or manually enter details. This is very secure. We have following features supported 1. 2FA Generator 2. Scan Auth QR code 3. Maintain all in one place 4. Access with faceid 5. Lock with password Subscription Policy - Subscriptions are billed weekly or monthly at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. Payment models for Premium subscription: - Monthly Subscription : $9.99 / month which comes with 3 Day Free Trial - Weekly Subscription: $4.99/week which no trail - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions auto-renew at the cost of the chosen package, unless cancelled 24-hours in advance prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by going to your iTunes Account Settings after purchase. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy Policy - http://sleepnext.nextpixelapps.in/index.php/sleepnext-app-mobile-privacy-policy/ Service Terms - http://sleepnext.nextpixelapps.in/index.php/terms-and-condition/
QR Hero
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Create clean, professional QR codes in seconds. Whether you’re sharing a website, connecting guests to Wi-Fi, or exchanging contact details, QR Hero makes QR code creation simple, flexible, and reliable. Designed with clarity and customisation in mind, QR Hero lets you generate modern QR codes that look great and scan consistently. Core Features • Generate QR codes • Live preview as you edit — see changes instantly • Save QR codes to your Photos or share them anywhere • Smart contrast warnings to help ensure your QR codes scan reliably Customisation • Choose from curated gradient presets (Pro feature) • Create your own custom colour combinations • Add your logo to the centre of the QR code (Pro feature) • Clean, minimal output designed to work across devices Pro Features Upgrade to Pro for advanced customisation: • Generate QR codes for URLs, Wi-Fi, Contacts (vCard), and Events • Logo overlays • Gradient QR codes • Preset and custom colour controls • Unlimited exports Designed to be simple No clutter. No unnecessary settings. Just the tools you actually need to create great-looking QR codes. Perfect for: • Small businesses • Events and venues • Freelancers and consultants • Anyone who wants QR codes that look professional ** If you use this app, please get in touch or leave a review, to help me decide what features to add in the next update. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: The authenticator App at 14.0 against QR Hero's 17.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. The authenticator App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and QR Hero sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | The authenticator App | QR Hero |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (67 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 67 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NextPixel apps | Steve Bryce |
In-app purchases
The authenticator App
- The authy authenticator3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- 2fa 2 factor authentication3 Days trial$9.991 Month
QR Hero
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- Yearly$24.991 Year
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