Authenticator App vs Simple2FA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator App
This app securely manages and generates two-factor authentication codes for numerous online services. It offers seamless cross-device syncing via iCloud and a native Apple experience with features like Dark Mode and biometric unlock. Easily import existing accounts and enjoy lifetime access with a one-time payment.
- Secure 2FA code generation
- Cross-device iCloud sync
- Native Apple experience
- Extensive service support
- One-click Google Authenticator import
- Lifetime membership option
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Authenticator App - Secure and Easy 2FA Codes. Manage and generate two-factor authentication (2FA) codes effortlessly right on your iPhone. - Top-Notch Security All your data is securely encrypted with 256-bit encryption and stored locally or on iCloud within Apple’s ecosystem. We don’t operate servers, ensuring we can never access your information. - Sync Seamlessly Across Devices Seamlessly sync your data across all your devices—iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac—using your trusted iCloud account. - Native Apple Experience Enjoy a smooth, native experience tailored for iOS with features like Dark Mode, intuitive gestures, widgets, Touch ID / Face ID unlock, and automatic data sync. - Extensive Service Support Authenticator App supports thousands of popular services including Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, Twitch, and many more. It’s the perfect solution whether you’re looking for an Authenticator App for Microsoft, an Authenticator App for Facebook, or an Authentication App for Instagram. - One-Click Google Authenticator Transfer Easily import all your Google Authenticator accounts with just one click—bringing one of the most popular authentication tools right to your iPhone. - Pay Once, Use Forever Get a lifetime membership with just a one-time payment, giving you permanent access to premium features on iPhone, iPad, and Mac forever. - Family Sharing Ready Share your purchase with up to five family members through Apple's Family Sharing. • Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/d85c1cb702654806bfc5b4618e5043ee • Terms of Use: https://www.notion.so/043ac151be3b4ba4afb5683e0d6a29bf
Simple2FA
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Application for secure login to protected systems via Simple2FA. Confirm login attempts using push notifications or one-time codes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple2FA at none against Authenticator App's 5. Simple2FA also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 9 days). Authenticator App's advantage is device support (5 vs 2). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Simple2FA asks for nothing beyond the download.
Authenticator App ships an update every 9 days, Simple2FA every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator App | Simple2FA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 满 李 | Orbsoft LLC |
In-app purchases
Authenticator App
- Authenticator Pro - Monthly$4.991 Month
- Authenticator Pro - Annual3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Authenticator Pro - Annual$14.991 Year
- Authenticator Pro - Lifetime$29.99
- Authenticator Pro - Lifetime$39.99
Simple2FA
No in-app purchases
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