Comparison

Authenticator 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

Authenticator App +

Secure your online accounts with an authentication and password management tool. It offers AI assistance for setup, generates strong passwords, and detects data leaks and phishing sites. Access is secured with biometric authentication.

Highlights
  • Account Authentication Copilot
  • Password Generator & Manager
  • 2FA Support
  • Data Leak Detection
  • Phishing Site Checker
  • Biometric Access (Face ID/Touch ID)
Features
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Professional account security authenticator and password management tool with AI Copilot. Using our app you can log in and manage your online account efficiently and securely. At the same time, we provide phishing website detection and password leakage detection. Always protect your security and privacy. Our functions: - Account Authentication Copilot Get the most useful information for account authentication setup and use. - Password Generator & Manager Secure Password Manager Vault. - Secure your Accounts Support all your online accounts with 2FA. - Data Leak Detection Phishing Site Checker & Password Leak Detection. - Access with Face ID or TouchID Secure use with your TouchID & FaceID. About subscriptions: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the 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 * Terms of Use: https://authenticator-ios.accebits.com/terms * Privacy Policy: https://authenticator-ios.accebits.com/privacy * Support: https://authenticator-ios.accebits.com/support

About

Authenticator ©

Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication tokens. Easily add accounts by scanning QR codes or manual entry. This app also offers password management to store and organize your credentials.

Highlights
  • Secure accounts with 2FA
  • Add accounts via QR code or manual entry
  • Password management and storage
  • 2FA setup guides
  • 2FA backup and sync with iCloud
  • Unlock with TouchID & FaceID
Features
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Authenticator app can protects your online accounts by secure Two-Factor Authentication tokens. You can scan QR code or enter manually to add accounts. In addition, we also provide password management functions to help you store and manage passwords of different accounts. FEATURES: - Secure your Accounts Scan QR code or enter manually to add accounts. - Protect your passwords Manage & Storage your account passwords. - 2FA adding guides We offer detailed guides to help you setup. - 2FA Backup & Sync Backup & Sync your 2FA accounts with iCloud. - Unlock with TouchID & FaceID Unlock app with TouchID & FaceID easily. About subscriptions - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the 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 * Terms of Use: https://authenticator.huameinetworks.com/terms * Privacy Policy: https://authenticator.huameinetworks.com/privacy * Support: https://authenticator.huameinetworks.com/support

Screenshots

Authenticator App +4 screens
Authenticator ©4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator © at 4.3 against Authenticator App +'s 3.4. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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 App + sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year and Authenticator © sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. 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, 4.3 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Authenticator App +'s written reviews are positive against 25% of Authenticator ©'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App + ships an update monthly, Authenticator © every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Authenticator App + versus Authenticator ©: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator App +Authenticator ©
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (1.2K ratings)4.3 (2.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews17.4% of reviews25.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K2.4K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB53 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAccebits Tech LimitedHUAMEI NETWORKS

Customer experience

Authenticator App +

All ratings1,236 ratings
Positive59.0%
Neutral3.2%
Negative37.9%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive17.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative80.4%

Authenticator ©

All ratings2,379 ratings
Positive81.1%
Neutral3.1%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative73.0%

User reviews

Authenticator App +

From 1.2K App Store ratings

Room to improve

  • 💰 Paid subscription required
  • ⚠️ Deceptive advertising
  • 🚫 Doesn't work as expected
  • 🤖 Poor customer support
  • 💸 Overpriced

Authenticator ©

From 2.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🔒 Good security
  • 😊 Helpful app
  • 🚀 Free trial available

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🤯 Difficult to cancel subscription
  • 🤖 Misleading/deceptive practices

Bugs and requests

Authenticator App +

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes frequently
  • Authentication issues
  • Incompatible with some devices

Requested features

3 requests
  • Easier setup process
  • Refund option
  • Better instructions

Authenticator ©

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Unable to restore on phone upgrade
  • Subscription issues and unauthorized charges

Requested features

2 requests
  • Better customer support
  • Easier subscription management

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator App +

Subscriptions2
  • Authenticator Yearly Premium$39.991 Year
  • Authenticator Yearly Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator Lifetime Premium$49.99
3 purchases

Authenticator ©

Subscriptions2
  • Authenticator Premium 1-Month3 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Authenticator Premium 1-Year3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator Premium Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Authenticator App + free?
Authenticator 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, Authenticator App + or Authenticator ©?
Authenticator © is rated higher. Authenticator App + averages 3.4 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Authenticator © averages 4.3 from 2.4K ratings.
Do Authenticator App + or Authenticator © have ads?
Neither Authenticator App + nor Authenticator © shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App + or Authenticator ©?
Authenticator App + ships an update monthly, and Authenticator © every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App + was updated on September 22, 2026 and Authenticator © on September 23, 2026.

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