# Authenticator App · 2FA vs Wrench

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App · 2FA at 4.2 against Wrench's 3.0. Authenticator App · 2FA also leads on ratings volume (381 vs 2) and device support (5 vs 2). Wrench's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App · 2FA sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Wrench asks for nothing beyond the download.

Authenticator App · 2FA holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App · 2FA has 381 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 45% of Authenticator App · 2FA's written reviews are positive against 50% of Wrench's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Authenticator App · 2FA ships an update every 3 weeks, Wrench monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App · 2FA | Wrench |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (381 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa/id6470149516/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrench/id6503306846/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **381** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 44.8% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 114 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FirstOrder.AI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713063266) | [Armstrong Fluid Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/908865070) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App · 2FA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa/id6470149516)

This app provides an extra layer of security for your online accounts by generating time-based one-time passwords (TOTP/OTP) for two-factor authentication. It supports numerous services and offers features like encrypted sync, passkey support, and app-level security.

**Highlights:** Generate 2-factor authentication codes, Support for passkeys and passwordless logins, Encrypted sync and backup via iCloud/Google Cloud, App-level security with Face ID/Touch ID, Widgets for home screen access, Organize codes with folders, Import from Google Authenticator

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator PRO Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Monthly Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Authenticator Monthly Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Authenticator Monthly Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| Authenticator PRO Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Authenticator Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator PRO Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| OTP Authenticator PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| OTP Authenticator PRO Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator PRO Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Authenticator PRO Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| 2FA Authenticator - Pro | $59.99 | one-time |
| Authenticator PRO Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Strong security and encryption for 2FA codes
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🚀 Fast and reliable performance
- 💻 Cross-platform synchronization (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android)
- ⌚ Widget support and smartwatch integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Misleading free-to-paid conversion model
- 🚫 Difficult cancellation process
- ⚠️ Accidental subscription charges
- 🔐 Authentication and login issues
- 📱 Mobile version requires paid subscription

**Reported bugs**

- QR code scanner not functioning properly
- Unable to import keys on mobile without payment
- Sync issues between Mac and iOS devices
- Photo-based QR code reading fails
- App incompatible with CachyOS

**Requested features**

- CachyOS/Arch Linux version support
- Clearer pricing and subscription information upfront
- Manual code entry without QR scanner requirement
- Better cross-platform synchronization documentation
- Improved setup instructions for new devices


### Wrench

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrench/id6503306846)

Streamline the servicing and management of Armstrong equipment. This app allows users to select optimal operating speeds, replicate data for efficient commissioning, and eliminate manual data entry. Quickly locate assets to improve workflow.

**Highlights:** Service Armstrong equipment, Manage Armstrong equipment, Select operating speeds, Replicate data for commissioning, Eliminate manual data entry, Locate assets

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App · 2FA free?

Authenticator App · 2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Wrench free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator App · 2FA or Wrench?

Authenticator App · 2FA is rated higher. Authenticator App · 2FA averages 4.2 out of 5 from 381 ratings, while Wrench averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Authenticator App · 2FA or Wrench have ads?

Authenticator App · 2FA shows ads; Wrench does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator App · 2FA or Wrench?

Authenticator App · 2FA ships an update every 3 weeks, and Wrench monthly. Most recently, Authenticator App · 2FA was updated on October 11, 2026 and Wrench on October 8, 2026.

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