# Authenticator App ^ vs Authy Authenticator

The clearest difference is ads: Authy Authenticator at none against Authenticator App ^'s shown. Authenticator App ^'s advantage is ratings volume (734 vs 27). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Authy Authenticator sells 2 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 — 4.9 for Authenticator App ^ against 5.0 for Authy Authenticator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ^ has 734 ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App ^ | Authy Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (734 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6465209207/reviews) | **[5.0 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authy-authenticator-2fa-and-mfa/id6742376474/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **734** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 10 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AUTHENTICATOR APP 2FA AUTH LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1706492138) | [Ashley Nicole Turner](https://appshunter.io/developer/1798068510) |

## 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 |


### Authy Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authy-authenticator-2fa-and-mfa/id6742376474)

Secure your accounts with advanced two-factor authentication and biometric protection. This app provides instant access to OTP codes, syncs across devices, and allows for easy QR code generation. It offers robust security features with a sleek, intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** End-to-end encryption, Biometric lock (Face ID), Instant OTP code access, Cross-device sync (iPhone, iCloud, Watch), Home screen widgets, QR code generation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App ^ free?

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

### Is Authy Authenticator free?

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

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

Authy Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator App ^ averages 4.9 out of 5 from 734 ratings, while Authy Authenticator averages 5.0 from 27 ratings.

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

Authenticator App ^ shows ads; Authy 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.*