Comparison

SIM vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

SIM

Features
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O SIM - Sistema integrado de manutenção é um sistema que auxilia no gerenciamento de ordens de serviço, rotinas e manutenção preventiva. A versão mobile é focada no atendimentos de OS

About

Authenticator

Features
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Authenticator: 2FA & Passkey – Secure Login Made Simple Protect your online accounts with Authenticator, a secure app that generates 2FA codes (OTP) and enables modern Passkey login for passwordless, phishing-resistant access. With encrypted storage, iCloud backup, and cross-device sync, your accounts stay safe, private, and always accessible. --------- Key Benefits ▶ 1. Strong 2FA Security Generate time-based one-time passwords (OTP) to add an extra layer of protection to your email, banking, and social media accounts. ▶ 2. Modern Passkey Login Say goodbye to passwords. Use Passkeys for fast, secure, and passwordless sign-ins designed to resist phishing and simplify login across devices. ▶ 3. Secure iCloud Backup All codes and Passkeys are encrypted and safely stored in iCloud. Restore instantly on new devices and keep your security keys available everywhere. ▶ 4. Cross-Device Synchronization Access your accounts on all Apple devices with automatic sync. Whether on iPhone, iPad, or Mac, your tokens and Passkeys are always in sync. ▶ 5. Import & Export Flexibility • Import 2FA codes from other authenticator apps with QR scan or JSON file. • Export your codes securely whenever you need. ▶ 6. Organized & Easy to Use Create folders for different accounts, drag-and-drop to reorder, and manage all your security tokens in one place. ▶ 7. Advanced Privacy Protection • Lock the app with a PIN • Offline support to access OTP codes anytime --------- Why Choose Authenticator: 2FA & Passkey? • Combines proven 2FA OTP security with the future of passwordless Passkeys • Ensures your data is encrypted, private, and recoverable • Designed for simplicity, speed, and maximum account protection Stay ahead of hackers and take control of your digital security today. Download Authenticator: 2FA & Passkey today and secure your accounts with the perfect balance of security + convenience. --------- Subscription Information Furthermore, this app offers auto-renewing subscription, granting you unlimited access to all premium features throughout the subscription period. About subscription: payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if provided) will be forfeited upon purchasing a subscription (if applicable). For more information, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Terms of Service: https://xtrustai.github.io/tos Privacy Policy: https://xtrustai.github.io/privacy.html

Screenshots

SIM3 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SIM at none against Authenticator's 2. SIM also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). On price, update cadence and device support 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. Authenticator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year. SIM asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SIM ships an update monthly, Authenticator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
SIM versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSIMAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVegait Tecnologia da Informacao Ltda EPPAQUAWOOD PTE. LTD.

In-app purchases

None

SIM

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions1
  • year3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • lifetime$99.99

Questions

Is SIM free?
SIM is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SIM or Authenticator have ads?
Authenticator shows ads; SIM does not.
Which is updated more often, SIM or Authenticator?
SIM ships an update monthly, and Authenticator every 2 weeks. Most recently, SIM was updated on October 1, 2026 and Authenticator on September 20, 2026.

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