Authenticator vs SubsPad
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator
This app provides a secure way to manage two-factor authentication for various online accounts. It automatically generates one-time codes and supports easy setup via QR codes or manual entry. Accounts can be protected across social media, productivity, business, gaming, and finance platforms.
- Two-factor authentication management
- Automatic one-time code generation
- QR code setup
- Manual account addition
- Account export to new devices
- Supports popular services
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Meet Authentic. The simple two-factor authenticator that's designed for everyone. - Protect your social, productivity, business, gaming, and finance accounts in one place. - Automatically generate and copy one-time codes (TOTP) for all your accounts. - Scan QR codes to set up your accounts in seconds, or manually add your account details. - Easily export your accounts to another device. - Supports the most popular services and thousands more including Amazon, Gmail, Instagram, Zoom, PayPal, Facebook, TikTok, Roblox, Coinbase. —- Privacy Policy: https://useauthentic.app/#privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://useauthentic..app/#terms
SubsPad
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SubsPad - Subscription Manager is your ultimate companion in managing digital subscriptions. Never lose track of your monthly software and service expenses again. Our app makes it effortless to monitor all your subscriptions in one place. Whether it's productivity tools, entertainment platforms, or creative software, SubsPad - Subscription Manager helps you stay on top of your digital expenses. With easy status tracking, multi-currency support, and seamless sync, you'll never be surprised by an unexpected renewal or miss out on canceling a service you no longer use. With smart reminder features, you'll never miss a critical subscription deadline. Set custom alerts for free trial periods and upcoming renewals, ensuring you avoid unexpected charges. Whether it's a productivity tool about to auto-renew or an entertainment service approaching its trial end, our intelligent notifications keep you informed and in control. Our intuitive interface allows you to categorize subscriptions, track their status from free trials to renewals, and get a comprehensive view of your digital spending. From one-time purchases to recurring subscriptions, we've got you covered. Take control of your digital subscriptions. Stay informed, save money, and simplify your financial management—all with a few simple taps. SubsPad - Subscription Manager: Your smart solution to subscription management. Key Features: •Quick Add: Easily add subscriptions with pre-filled details for popular services. •Multi-Account Support: Manage subscriptions across multiple accounts conveniently. •Status Tracking: Monitor subscription statuses like Free Trial, Renewal, Subscribed, Expires, Expired, or One-Time Purchase. •Multi-Currency Support: Record and track subscriptions in different currencies. •Smart Reminders: Receive timely notifications for trial expirations and upcoming renewals, so you never miss a deadline or get charged unexpectedly. •Search & Categorize: Quickly find subscriptions or organize them into categories for better management. •Seamless Sync: iCloud integration ensures your data is safe and accessible across devices. •Light & Dark Mode: Switch between Day and Night themes for a personalized, eye-friendly experience. Stay informed, save money, and simplify your subscription management with SubsPad - Subscription Manager. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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Verdict
Authenticator and SubsPad are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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 sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and SubsPad sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Authenticator ships an update every 2 months, SubsPad every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator | SubsPad |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Committed Code Ltd | Huizhou Kingtog Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
Authenticator
- Authentic+$0.997 Days
- Authentic+$3.991 Month
- Authentic+$14.991 Year
- Authentic+$19.99
SubsPad
- Subscriptions Manager Month$3.991 Month
- Subscription Manager Year7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Manage Subscriptions LifeTime$6.99









