# Authenticator™ App vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Authenticator at 75% against Authenticator™ App's 18%. Authenticator also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and chart position (#184 vs unranked). Authenticator™ App's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). 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 $7.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator has 2.5K ratings behind it against 445, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Authenticator™ App's written reviews are positive against 75% of Authenticator's.

Authenticator™ App ships an update every 4 weeks, Authenticator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator™ App | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (445 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6449135969/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-app/id6642706929/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 445 | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 18.0% of reviews | **74.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#184** |
| Size | 8 MB | 202 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BOHEM Bilisim LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1667352723) | [Vitalii Kuprenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1763634127) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator™ App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6449135969)

This app generates secure, time-based one-time passwords for two-factor authentication. It supports automatic setup via QR code and works offline, synchronizing across Apple devices with iCloud backup and encryption.

**Highlights:** Automatic QR code setup, Offline code generation, iCloud Backup & Encryption, Synchronization across Apple Devices, Supports 2,500+ websites and services, Quick and easy 2FA verification

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premim Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premim Subscription | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy setup process
- 🔒 Extra layer of security
- 🌐 Wide range of services supported
- ☁️ Offline code generation
- ✨ Clean, user-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ App doesn't launch
- ❌ Multifactor authentication issues
- ❌ Cannot cancel subscription
- ❌ Codes not recognized
- ❌ Forced premium membership

**Reported bugs**

- App does not launch
- Multifactor authentication dysfunctional
- Codes not recognized
- Data deleted after update
- Accounts deleted after iPhone update

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads/upgrade popups
- Clearer explanation of setup and usage


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-app/id6642706929)

**Currently charting:** #184 Top Grossing · Utilities (US App Store)

Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication (2FA). Easily generate and store one-time codes by scanning QR codes or entering details manually. Offers data breach monitoring and a basic password manager for free, with premium features available via subscription.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA) code generation, QR code scanning for setup, Broad service compatibility, Data breach monitoring, Basic password manager, Unlimited 2FA accounts (subscription), Unlimited password manager with autofill (subscription)

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly PRO Access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly PRO Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly PRO Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly PRO Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly PRO Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly PRO Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly PRO Access | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Pro Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Unlimited Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Pro Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Access | $59.99 | per year |
| Forever Unlimited Access | $59.99 | one-time |
| Forever Unlimited Access | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick setup
- 🔒 Secure authentication
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 👍 Works flawlessly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Charges users despite cancellation
- 🐛 Incompatible with some services

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Unable to access 2FA for some services

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option


## 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 is rated higher. Authenticator™ App averages 4.1 out of 5 from 445 ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.7 from 2.5K 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 every 4 weeks, and Authenticator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator™ App was updated on September 21, 2026 and Authenticator on September 23, 2026.

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