# Authenticator App vs SolveX

Authenticator App and SolveX both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 36% of SolveX's. Authenticator App also leads on device support (5 vs 2). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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 SolveX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 SolveX. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 654 and 641 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 36% of SolveX's.

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, SolveX every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | SolveX |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (654 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-and-mfa/id6450535322/reviews) | **[4.6 (641 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solvex-ai-homework-helper/id6473668595/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **654** | 641 |
| Positive reviews | **50.0% of reviews** | 35.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 162 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Netron](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692513455) | [BYTEBURST PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715878928) |

## 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)

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**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


### SolveX

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solvex-ai-homework-helper/id6473668595)

This app acts as a 24/7 academic companion, assisting with homework across various subjects from math to essays. It features smart search for quick answers, performance tracking to optimize study habits, and task management tools to organize assignments and deadlines.

**Highlights:** All-in-one homework helper, Smart search functionality, Performance tracking, Task management, Secure and private

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Access | $19.99 | per year |
| SolveX Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for math problems
- 🚀 Solves problems quickly

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🐛 Inaccurate problem solving
- 🙅‍♀️ Doesn't allow retries

**Reported bugs**

- Camera mode not working
- Subscription issues (charging after cancellation)

**Requested features**

- Free trial or limited free access
- Improved problem solving accuracy
- Allow retries on failed problems


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

### Is SolveX free?

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

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

SolveX is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.5 out of 5 from 654 ratings, while SolveX averages 4.6 from 641 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App or SolveX have ads?

Neither Authenticator App nor SolveX shows ads.

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

Authenticator App ships an update fortnightly, and SolveX every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on October 24, 2026 and SolveX on October 24, 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.*