# Authenticator・ vs Authenticator App ^

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Authenticator・ at none against Authenticator App ^'s 4. Authenticator・ also leads on ads (none vs shown). Authenticator App ^'s advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (734 vs 6). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App ^ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Authenticator・ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Authenticator App ^ holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ^ has 734 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator・ | Authenticator App ^ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6462883539/reviews) | **[4.9 (734 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6465209207/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **734** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 75 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Techgear Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/524933495) | [AUTHENTICATOR APP 2FA AUTH LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706492138) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6462883539)

This app provides a secure all-in-one solution for managing your digital life. It combines two-factor authentication, a password manager, a private browser, and an ad blocker to enhance your online security and privacy.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication code generation, Secure password vault with auto-fill, Private browsing without history or tracking, Ad blocking for faster loading and privacy, Cross-device synchronization, Secure backup and restore for 2FA data

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Authenticator App ^

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6465209207)

This app provides robust Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to secure your online accounts. It generates time-sensitive codes, syncs across devices, and works offline, offering a universal solution for personal and business use.

**Highlights:** Two Factor Authentication (2FA), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Time-Based One-Time Passwords (TOTP), Multiple Device Syncing, Offline Functionality, Multi-Account Management, Universal Compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2FA Two Factor Authentication | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App - 2FA Auth | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App | $8.99 | per month |
| Authenticator | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator・ free?

Authenticator・ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Authenticator App ^ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator・ or Authenticator App ^?

Authenticator App ^ is rated higher. Authenticator・ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Authenticator App ^ averages 4.9 from 734 ratings.

### Do Authenticator・ or Authenticator App ^ have ads?

Authenticator App ^ shows ads; Authenticator・ does not.

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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.*