Comparison

Password Manager vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Password Manager

Securely store and autofill passwords, notes, and photos locally or in iCloud. This open-source app prioritizes privacy with robust encryption and transparent code. It offers a password generator and dark web leak detection.

Highlights
  • Local and iCloud data storage
  • AES256 and RSA encryption
  • Autofill passwords and notes
  • Strong password generator
  • Dark web leak detection
  • Sync across Apple devices
  • Store photos and documents
Features
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Even the palest ink is better than the best memory. But with PassLock, you don’t need ink or memory. The data stored in PassLock can only be read by you; not even the developers or Apple can access it! Don’t challenge the complex password security issues of the information age with your memory. Worried about privacy breaches? We have made our code public on GitHub, open to scrutiny by everyone around the world. Based on the principle of security first, open source doesn’t mean you can run this project directly. Some security-related information like encryption algorithms, keys, and Xcode project configurations are not publicly available. Unlike most password managers that store your passwords on private company central servers, all the data you create in PassLock is stored locally on your device or in your private iCloud container. We don’t have our own servers at all! And all the data is doubly encrypted using AES256 and RSA. How long would it take to brute force AES256? If you had a supercomputer capable of calculating 2 billion times per second, it would take approximately 2,104,000,000,000 trillion years to crack an AES128 encrypted data. Yes, 2,104 billion billion years, far exceeding the lifespan of the universe! Download PassLock now, and you can: ● Save important accounts (supporting history passwords, notes, image attachments), private photos, and private notes. ● Autofill passwords based on URLs. We have designed a feature to automatically extract URLs through search engines, greatly improving efficiency. ● Autofill password extension supports QuickType Bar. ● Sync your data across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. ● Record all historical passwords for accounts and support manual filling of historical passwords. ● A simple and convenient strong password generator. ● Detect if your account has been leaked on the notorious dark web. ● Data is saved locally by default and can be used without network authorization. If you accidentally uninstall the app, local data will be lost. ● Sync local data to iCloud without worrying about data loss, but it will take up your private iCloud space. ● Delete data stored in iCloud and keep only local data. Switch freely. ● Open and transparent source code and console demonstration, so you can understand how the private iCloud database is designed. ● Import important photos from your album into PassLock, such as IDs, bank cards, driving licenses, etc. ● Store your home Wi-Fi, router admin passwords, children's birth information, utility accounts, and more. ● Simple and easy-to-use secure notes for recording personal loans, debts, etc. Every suggestion you make will make PassLock better, and we look forward to hearing from you. Email: MeloDreek@gmail.com Relevant agreements: ◆ Terms of Service: https://www.notion.so/passlock/Terms-of-Service-ccd0ca69a9b347a8ab8055bc8471e97a ◆ Privacy Policy: https://passlock.notion.site/3dc3e4b598dc4be898ba3bb6dc34c718?v=d246fe23434445e990db0da322b984e0&pvs=4

About

Authenticator

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Authenticator is a security-focused app for two-factor authentication and password management. Scan a QR code to add TOTP one-time passwords for services such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Facebook, GitHub, and many other apps and websites, or manually enter a secret key when needed. The app generates one-time verification codes offline and keeps authenticator data in secure local storage. You can also organize account passwords by category, manage app, email, bank-card, and website credentials, and generate strong passwords with customizable length and character types. 【Key features】 - Add TOTP accounts by scanning QR codes - Generate 6-digit one-time passwords offline - iCloud encrypted backup and cross-device sync - Face ID / Touch ID protection - Password manager with categories - Strong password generator with custom options - Works with popular services that support two-factor authentication 【Auto-Subscription Terms】 Payment: iTunes account charged at end of free trial after purchase confirmation Auto-Renewal: Charged within 24 hours before subscription ends, period extends automatically Cancel: Manage/cancel auto-renewal in iPhone Settings → iTunes Store & App Store → Apple ID → Subscriptions 【Related Agreements】 Terms of Service: http://app.fuchun.vip/authenticator/UserAgreement.html Privacy Policy: http://app.fuchun.vip/authenticator/PrivacyPolicy.html By using this app, you agree to the above terms.

Screenshots

Password Manager4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Password Manager at 4 against Authenticator's 2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. Password Manager sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Password Manager versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPassword ManagerAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKaka Inc冬 杨

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Password Manager

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Quarterly3 Days trial$4.993 Months
  • Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Offer$24.99
  • Lifetime$49.99
4 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Authenticator周会员$4.997 Days
  • Authenticator月会员$14.991 Month
  • Authenticator年会员$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator终身会员$39.99

Questions

Is Password Manager free?
Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Password Manager or Authenticator have ads?
Neither Password Manager nor Authenticator shows ads.

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