# Authenticator App† vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App† at 4.5 against Authenticator's 3.7. Authenticator App† also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (2.5K vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App† sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator App† holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App† has 2.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator App† ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App† | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id1672330315/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-and-totp/id6743524724/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.5K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 19.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Appqe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675570121) | [雅倩 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641624313) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App†

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id1672330315)

Secure your online accounts with a versatile two-factor authentication solution. Manage all your authentication codes in one place, offering enhanced security for websites, services, and crypto wallets. Supports biometric access and offline code generation.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), Multi-factor authentication (MFA), Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), Biometric security (fingerprint, face ID, PIN), Offline code generation, Wide service compatibility

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription Pack | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth app
- 🔒 Puts confidence in data security
- 👍 Great app overall

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Removed accounts after update
- 🐛 Deleted authentication codes
- 🐛 QR code scanning issues
- 🔒 Lost data and no backup
- 💰 Aggressive subscription upselling

**Reported bugs**

- Accounts removed after update
- Authentication codes deleted
- QR code scanning not working
- Data loss with no backup
- App freezing or crashing

**Requested features**

- Ability to rename token cards
- Option to pin favorites or sort
- Assign categories to entries


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-and-totp/id6743524724)

This app provides robust two-factor authentication and biometric security for your digital accounts. It offers dynamic code generation, fast account binding via QR scanning, and secure cloud synchronization to prevent data loss. Enjoy a worry-free login experience with enhanced protection against unauthorized access.

**Highlights:** Dynamic two-factor authentication codes, Fast QR code scanning for account binding, Encrypted cloud synchronization, Biometric verification (Face swipe), Offline access to codes, Support for major platforms

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly VIP | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly VIP | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly VIP | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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 App† is rated higher. Authenticator App† averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.5K ratings, while Authenticator averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App† or Authenticator have ads?

Authenticator shows ads; Authenticator App† does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator App† or Authenticator?

Authenticator App† ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator every 4 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App† was updated on October 15, 2026 and Authenticator on October 14, 2026.

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