Comparison

Rainbow Authenticator 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

Rainbow Authenticator

Features
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Allow to migrate from Google Authenticator, group your accounts, copy the next pin code

About

Authenticator App °

This app generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) to secure your online accounts. It offers various methods for adding accounts, including QR code scanning and manual entry. You can organize your verification codes and mask them for added privacy.

Highlights
  • TOTP authentication code generation
  • Multiple account setup methods
  • Screen QR code scanning
  • Privacy code masking
  • Organized account management
  • Pinning frequently used accounts
Features
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Authenticator App helps protect compatible online accounts with time-based one-time passwords (TOTP). Manage your verification codes in one place and access them whenever you need to sign in. KEY FEATURES TOTP Authentication Generate time-based verification codes for services that support standard TOTP authentication. Quick Account Setup Add accounts by scanning a QR code, importing a supported transfer QR code, uploading an image, or entering a setup key manually. Screen QR Code Scanning Scan supported QR codes displayed on your Mac to add accounts quickly without saving screenshots. Privacy Protection Mask verification codes when they are not needed to help reduce accidental exposure and shoulder surfing. Organized Account Management Pin frequently used accounts and keep your verification codes easy to find. PURCHASE OPTIONS The app may offer an annual auto-renewable subscription with a free trial for eligible users, as well as a one-time lifetime purchase. Available options and prices are displayed in the app before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account upon confirmation of purchase. Auto-renewable subscriptions renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account subscription settings. Terms of Use: https://irocketapp.com/sevices.html Privacy Policy: https://irocketapp.com/privacy.html Contact: https://irocketapp.com

Screenshots

Rainbow Authenticator4 screens
Authenticator App °4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Authenticator App ° at 5 against Rainbow Authenticator's 3. Rainbow Authenticator's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). 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. Rainbow Authenticator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year and Authenticator App ° sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rainbow Authenticator ships an update monthly, Authenticator App ° every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Rainbow Authenticator versus Authenticator App °: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRainbow AuthenticatorAuthenticator App °
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (251 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—17.5% of reviews
Number of ratings—251 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer彦欣 吴ROCKET TECHNOLOGY INC.

Bugs and requests

Rainbow Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Authenticator App °

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Advanced analytics dashboard

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Rainbow Authenticator

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly(30-day trial)1 Month trial$4.991 Year
3 purchases

Authenticator App °

Subscriptions2
  • Week Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Year Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$69.99

Questions

Is Rainbow Authenticator free?
Rainbow Authenticator 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 Rainbow Authenticator or Authenticator App ° have ads?
Neither Rainbow Authenticator nor Authenticator App ° shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rainbow Authenticator or Authenticator App °?
Rainbow Authenticator ships an update monthly, and Authenticator App ° every 2 weeks. Most recently, Rainbow Authenticator was updated on November 7, 2026 and Authenticator App ° on November 8, 2026.

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