# Authenticator App vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App at 4.5 against Authenticator App's 4.1. Authenticator App also leads on ratings volume (1.8K vs 9). Authenticator App's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator App holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 1.8K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-auth/id6468913538/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-auth-plus/id6473080405/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 25.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [金梅 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896371027) | [Appshub Bilgi Teknolojileri Limited Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1716289540) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-auth/id6468913538)

This app offers two-factor authentication for enhanced online security and also provides tools to optimize your device's storage by cleaning duplicate photos, videos, and large files. It helps manage your calendar and contacts for a clutter-free digital life.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication, Duplicate photo and video cleanup, Large file deletion, Calendar and contact management, Smart recognition for similar media, Batch deletion of media

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-auth-plus/id6473080405)

This app provides secure two-factor authentication (2FA) codes for thousands of online accounts. It also offers a password manager with autofill, encrypted backups, and cross-device sync for enhanced digital security.

**Highlights:** Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) codes, Password Manager with Autofill, Encrypted Backups, Cross-Device Sync, Offline Access for codes, Built-In VPN Protection

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

**In-app purchases (21)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator App | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Two Factor Authentication App | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator App Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Yearly Access | $12.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Authenticator App Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| 2FA Authentication App | $19.99 | per year |
| 2FA Authenticator Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| AuthOne Authenticator Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| Authenticator App Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator App Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Special Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Authenticator Lifetime Deal | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 100% secure
- 🔒 Ensures safety for financial applications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Not intuitive
- 💰 Expensive with no trial
- 🤖 Constant sales/VPN prompts
- 🚫 Difficult to uninstall
- 🤔 Confusing with too many options

**Reported bugs**

- Can't read QR codes
- App URLs don't work

**Requested features**

- Option to disable annoying prompts
- Improve user-friendliness


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

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

Authenticator App is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.5 from 1.8K ratings.

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

Neither Authenticator App nor Authenticator App shows ads.

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

Authenticator App ships an update monthly, and Authenticator App monthly. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on September 17, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 4, 2026.

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