# Authenticator + 2FA vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is monetization model: Authenticator + 2FA at freemium against Authenticator App's subscription. Authenticator + 2FA also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks). Authenticator App's advantage is ratings volume (84 vs 11). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator + 2FA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Authenticator App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Authenticator + 2FA against 4.6 for Authenticator App. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 84 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Authenticator + 2FA ships an update every 6 days, Authenticator App every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator + 2FA | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-plus-2fa/id6444275196/reviews)** | [4.6 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-safeid/id6447739540/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **84** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 27 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [长金 陶](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657336976) | [Kain Suite Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761133001) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator + 2FA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-plus-2fa/id6444275196)

This app provides two-factor authentication for your online accounts, generating security codes and offering encrypted backups to protect against data loss or device switching. It supports popular platforms and enhances account security with an additional layer of protection.

**Highlights:** Two-Factor Authentication, Generate security codes, Push message notifications, Secure encrypted backups, Supports popular accounts, One-click local backup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Pro Month | $6.99 | per month |
| Authenticator Pro Lifetime | $15.99 | one-time |


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-safeid/id6447739540)

Enhance your online security with multi-factor authentication and identity protection. This app secures your accounts against hackers, scans networks for vulnerabilities, and monitors for data breaches. It also offers safe browsing with VPN capabilities to protect your privacy.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (OTP generation), QR code and manual account setup, Wi-Fi and system security scanner, Email breach monitoring, Secure browsing with VPN, Cross-device synchronization

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Purchase | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator + 2FA free?

Authenticator + 2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Authenticator App free?

Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator + 2FA or Authenticator App?

Authenticator + 2FA is rated higher. Authenticator + 2FA averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.6 from 84 ratings.

### Do Authenticator + 2FA or Authenticator App have ads?

Authenticator App shows ads; Authenticator + 2FA does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator + 2FA or Authenticator App?

Authenticator + 2FA ships an update every 6 days, and Authenticator App every 5 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator + 2FA was updated on September 14, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 12, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*