Comparison

Firstext 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

Firstext

This app is a straightforward text editor designed for quick note-taking and text creation. It automatically saves your work and allows for easy sharing to other applications with customizable actions. Advanced features like search, replace, and character counting are also included.

Highlights
  • Instant text input on launch
  • Automatic text saving and restoration
  • Customizable text sharing actions
  • Cursor movement by swiping
  • Search and replace functionality
  • Character and line counting
  • Font size adjustment
Features
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Firstext is a simple text editor application. I named it "First" + "Text" = "Firstext" with the aim of making it the "first step" in all kinds of text creation. Firstext has the following features. ・Start typing as soon as the application is launched. ・The text you type is automatically saved and can be restored at any time. ・Ability to freely share text to other apps by creating and adding share actions to suit your needs. There is no functionality for managing multiple texts or notes, decorating text, or inserting photos. *Before removing the limitation by in-app purchase, the number of shared actions is limited to 10, and the number of saved history is limited to 20. Please understand. After confirming the usability of the application, you can use it without restrictions by making an in-app purchase. Main functions and features ・Input text as soon as the application is launched. ・Automatic saving and restoration of text ・Ability to create and add shared actions. ・Ability to move the cursor by swiping left and right. ・Ability to search and replace text. ・Ability to search and delete history. ・Ability to count the number of characters and lines. ・Ability to change the font size of text. ・Ability to change icons. ・URL scheme support - Launch → firstext:// - Startup by replacing the current text with the clipboard contents → firstext://clipReplace - Starts by appending the clipboard contents to the end of the current text → firstext://clipAdd - Inserts the clipboard content at the cursor position of the current text → firstext://clipInsert - Starts with replacing the current text with the specified text → firstext://textReplace?text=[text] - Appends the specified text to the end of the current text → firstext://textAdd?text=[text] - Inserts the specified text at the cursor position of the current text → firstext://textInsert?text=[text] The following features will be added in future updates Synchronization of text, shared actions, and history with other devices via iCloud *I have confirmed an issue where an alert regarding pasting is displayed every time when using clipboard-related URL schemes on iOS 16 or later.  This issue can be avoided by updating to iOS16.1 or later and making the following settings from the Settings app.  (1) Select "Firstext" in the Settings app and select "Paste from Other Apps".  (2) Change the setting to "Allow".  *Notification about pasting will appear even after changing to "Allow". Due to the limitation of iOS, you cannot turn off this notification.

About

Authenticator App

Features
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Authenticator – Keep Your Accounts Secure Authenticator is a modern and reliable two-factor authentication (2FA) manager that works entirely offline. It generates time-based verification codes used when signing in to popular online services, and allows you to store all your accounts securely in one place. All data is kept only on your device and is never sent to any server. You can add accounts by scanning a QR code or manually entering your secret key, and protect your logins with verification codes that refresh every 30 seconds. • 2FA Code Manager (TOTP) - Works completely offline - QR code scanning and manual setup - Compatible with popular services - All data stored locally on the device • Password Generator - Generate strong, random passwords - Customize length and character options • QR Code Generator - Convert text, passwords, or links into QR codes - Save and share generated codes • Secure Notes - Encrypted notes for private information - Protect with Face ID or password - Automatic lock support Modern, Fast, and Secure The app works entirely offline, your data never leaves your device, and you get a fast and seamless user experience. Premium Membership Upgrade to Premium to unlock unlimited account storage, Face ID protection, and an ad-free experience. The weekly subscription price is 6.99 USD, and you can cancel at any time. Disclaimer Authenticator is not affiliated with any third-party service and has no official connection with them. Verification codes generated by the app are created locally on your device and are intended solely to enhance the security of your own accounts.

Screenshots

Firstext4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator App at none against Firstext's shown. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Firstext sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Firstext ships an update every 2 weeks, Authenticator App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Firstext versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFirstextAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB54 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperAkihiro UsuiRAPID DIJITAL HIZMETLER LIMITED SIRKETI

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Firstext

One-time4
  • Snack-Sized Tip$0.49
  • Restriction Removal$1.99
  • Coffee-Sized Tip$1.99
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  • Lunch-Sized Tip$3.99
2 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$14.991 Month

Questions

Is Firstext free?
Firstext is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Firstext or Authenticator App have ads?
Firstext shows ads; Authenticator App does not.
Which is updated more often, Firstext or Authenticator App?
Firstext ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator App every 4 weeks. Most recently, Firstext was updated on October 3, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 26, 2026.

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