Comparison

Passkeys App vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Passkeys App

This app offers a secure and simple way to log into your accounts without passwords. It uses biometric authentication like Face ID or Touch ID for quick setup and effortless sign-ins, providing next-generation security and phishing protection.

Highlights
  • Passwordless sign-ins
  • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Encrypted data storage
  • Encrypted backups
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Phishing-proof security
Features
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Passkeys is the app that revolutionizes sign-ins for ultimate security and simplicity. Say goodbye to passwords forever! With Passkeys App, creating and using a passkey is as quick and easy as a breeze. Use Face ID or Touch ID for one-step account creation and effortless sign-ins. Features: - Strong, Secure & Private Each Passkey is inherently strong, never guessable, reused, or weak, guaranteeing top-notch protection for your accounts. All data stored in Passkeys App is encrypted, even when stored in iCloud, ensuring that only you can access your data. - Encrypted Backup In Passkeys App, you can create secure encrypted backups, providing peace of mind in case you lose your device or switch to a new one. - Synchronization Across all Devices Passkeys App automatically synchronize your accounts across all Apple devices for seamless access. - Next-Generation Security Built on FIDO Alliance and W3C standards, Passkeys replace traditional passwords with cryptographic key pairs, offering unmatched security. - Phishing-Proof Passkeys are uniquely tied to the app or website they were created for, protecting users from falling victim to fraudulent apps or websites. - And many, many other features! We constantly improve our app, don't hesitate to contact us at support@2stable.com to request a missing feature or an improvement. A subscription is required to add more than 2 accounts and unlock unlimited usage. Links Terms of Service: https://passkeys.2stable.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy: https://passkeys.2stable.com/privacy-policy/

About

Authenticator

Enhance your online security with this user-friendly app that generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for two-factor authentication. Securely manage codes for popular services by scanning QR codes or importing existing data. Offers iCloud sync and biometric protection for easy access across devices.

Highlights
  • Generate secure 2FA codes
  • Sync accounts with iCloud
  • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Setup via QR scan or import
  • Organize tokens with folders
  • Import/export codes as text file
Features
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Authenticator - 2FA/MFA is a highly secure two step authenticator app that can be installed on your iPhone/iPad to keep your online accounts safe. It is the easiest & most user friendly way to elevate your online security by generating two-factor authentication security tokens (2FA codes) or, in other words, time-based one-time password (TOTP/OTP), when you logging into your online accounts. Scan, generate & save 2FA/MFA codes with this authenticator app for popular services which support 2 step verification: Google, Microsoft, Amazon,Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, PayPal, Twitch, Epic,Shopify, etc. Key Features of this 2FA Authentication App: * Highly Security - Quickly generate secure 2FA codes for your accounts and update every 30 seconds. - Backup your security token and sync all accounts with iCloud, which enables you access to your accounts on iPhone, iPad, Mac or even Apple Watch, super fast and easy. - Make sure only you can access your accounts by enabling biometric authentication(Face ID or Touch ID). * 100% Easy to Use - Setup 2-factor authentication by scanning QR or manually input or even importing from Google Authenticator. - We offer detailed guides to help you add 2FA/MFA/(T)OTP Codes quickly. - Customize two step authentication token folders for easy TOTP/OTP management. - Import/export your two-factor authentication codes as a simple, readable text file for easy storage and backup. * All Popular Accounts In addition to the above services, the powerful authentication application also supports: Snapchat, Coinbase, Roblox, Discord, Reddit, SAP, Login.gov, Kick, Activision, NVIDIA, LastPass, Sony, One Healthcare ID, crypto, Stripe, Rockstar, Sprintax, Sterling, Ubisoft, Autotask, Air Force, GitHub, mo.gov and many more. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jqhy9RXEz_X740tUiWcUH2K3XnlhsWaJsIll0bN7uJk/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HoY1uo9ydkkL2BvKbEIMFfW_0ztR2Gs0bP2E8eNRFHA/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Passkeys App4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Passkeys App at 973 against Authenticator's 2. Authenticator's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Passkeys App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Passkeys App has 973 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Passkeys App ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Passkeys App versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPasskeys AppAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (973 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings973 — better2
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer2Stable园 周

Customer experience

Passkeys App

All ratings973 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral3.5%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive87.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.6%

Authenticator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Passkeys App

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatibility with certain apps

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • More customization settings
  • Additional security features
  • Enhanced password generator
  • Improved mobile app stability

Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Passkeys App

Subscriptions3
  • Passkeys3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Passkeys$5.991 Month
  • Passkeys$19.991 Year
7 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions6
  • Weekly Premium$5.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$12.991 Month
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  • Annual Premium$29.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99

Questions

Is Passkeys App free?
Passkeys App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Passkeys App or Authenticator?
Authenticator is rated higher. Passkeys App averages 4.7 out of 5 from 973 ratings, while Authenticator averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Passkeys App or Authenticator have ads?
Neither Passkeys App nor Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Passkeys App or Authenticator?
Passkeys App ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Passkeys App was updated on October 16, 2026 and Authenticator on October 4, 2026.

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