# Authenticator App vs LockMe

The clearest difference is monetization model: Authenticator App at free with in-app purchases against LockMe's subscription. Authenticator App also leads on device support (5 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and LockMe sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 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 — 4.5 for Authenticator App against 4.6 for LockMe. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 658 and 229 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 47% of LockMe's.

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, LockMe every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | LockMe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (658 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-and-mfa/id6450535322/reviews) | **[4.6 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockme-applock-for-lock-apps/id6460862187/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **658** | 229 |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 46.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 202 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NETRON LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692513455) | [Tyson Gill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683191398) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-and-mfa/id6450535322)

Enhance your online security with multi-factor and two-factor authentication. This app generates unique verification codes to protect sensitive accounts and data from unauthorized access, offering peace of mind for your digital life.

**Highlights:** Generate unique verification codes, Encrypted data and iCloud backups, Sync 2FA tokens across Apple devices, Apple Watch support, Customizable icons, PIN lock and auto-lock, Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Secure Yourself - Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Offer Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Secure Yourself - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Secure Yourself - 6 Months | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| Secure Yourself - Mac Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Secure Yourself - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Claim Offer - Free | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime - Offer | Free | one-time |
| Secure Yourself - Mac Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Secure Yourself - Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient and reliable
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure authentication

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 💰 Misleading pricing and subscriptions
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to add new accounts after update
- Immediate logout after login
- App crashing after updates

**Requested features**

- Compatibility with older devices
- Support for more authentication providers
- Horizontal iPad support


### LockMe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockme-applock-for-lock-apps/id6460862187)

Control app usage on your device or for your children with time and location-based restrictions. Automate app blocking, minimize distractions, and protect sensitive information for a balanced digital life.

**Highlights:** Time-based app restrictions, Location-based app blocking, Automated app access control, Minimize distractions, Protect sensitive apps, App grouping management

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| App Lock Unlimited | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMe Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| App Lock Unlimited | $9.99 | per month |
| LockMe Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| App Lock Unlimited | $24.99 | per year |
| Lock Unlimited Apps | $49.99 | per year |
| LockMe Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| App Lock Unlimited | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for protecting kids
- 👍 Useful for restricting apps
- 👍 Helps with homework focus
- 👍 Good for safeguarding children
- 👍 App ran smoothly (one instance)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes frequently
- 🐛 App does not lock apps
- 🐛 Cannot access app after forgetting PIN
- 🐛 App requires premium for full functionality
- 🐛 Misleading promo for free lifetime premium

**Reported bugs**

- App does not lock apps
- App freezes during use
- App crashes when trying to turn on Face ID
- App is locked out after setting passcode
- App crashes when Face ID option is turned off

**Requested features**

- Option to reset PIN
- More free functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

### Is LockMe free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator App or LockMe?

LockMe is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 658 ratings, while LockMe averages 4.6 from 229 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App or LockMe have ads?

Neither Authenticator App nor LockMe shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator App or LockMe?

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, and LockMe every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on September 14, 2026 and LockMe on September 19, 2026.

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