# Authenticator App ^ vs Key

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Authenticator App ^ at 724 against Key's 2. Key's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App ^ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Key sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 — 4.9 for Authenticator App ^ against 5.0 for Key. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ^ has 724 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App ^ | Key |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (724 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6465209207/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/key-privacy-and-security-keeper/id6737411703/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **724** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AUTHENTICATOR APP 2FA AUTH LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706492138) | [JELENA CEPLE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1776123924) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Key

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/key-privacy-and-security-keeper/id6737411703)

Secure your personal data with a private photo vault and password manager. Customize the app's icon for added discretion and protect your sensitive information.

**Highlights:** Private photo vault, Password vault, Protected contact list, Change app icon, Set app password

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| hidden photo vault | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Trial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| hidden folder | $8.99 | per month |
| secure folder | $19.99 | per year |
| 7-day trial | $29.99 | per year |
| Year | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App ^ free?

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

### Is Key free?

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

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

Key is rated higher. Authenticator App ^ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 724 ratings, while Key averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Both Authenticator App ^ and Key show ads.

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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.*