# Authenticator vs Secure File Vault

The clearest difference is rating: Secure File Vault at 4.9 against Authenticator's 4.3. Secure File Vault also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 33 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Secure File Vault sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Secure File Vault holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31 and 16 respectively.

Authenticator ships an update every 33 months, Secure File Vault every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | Secure File Vault |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-app/id6472184300/reviews) | **[4.9 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-file-vault-hide-photos/id6476800308/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 33 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Piotr Kalita](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759390978) | [文英 郭](https://appshunter.io/developer/1725385428) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-app/id6472184300)

This app provides robust two-factor authentication to secure your online accounts. It offers features like account organization, secure password storage, and cross-device synchronization for enhanced digital identity protection.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), Account creation via QR code or manual entry, Account organization with folders, Secure password and recovery code storage, Cross-device synchronization and backup, Face ID app lock

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator: Secure 2FA App | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 2FA Authenticator: MFA, TOTP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator: Secure 2FA App | $14.99 | per month |
| Authenticator: Secure 2FA App | $15.99 | per month |
| Authenticator: Secure 2FA App | $83.99 | per year |
| Two Factor Verify - Duo Auth | $99.99 | per year |


### Secure File Vault

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secure-file-vault-hide-photos/id6476800308)

Securely store private photos, videos, and documents with dual-layer protection. Features a secret browser, decoy password, and intruder alerts to safeguard your sensitive information locally on your device.

**Highlights:** Local storage, no cloud backups, Face ID + PIN dual-layer security, Invisible app mode, Encrypted private media vault, Stealth document locker with self-destruct, Secret browser with ad blocker, Decoy password and intruder alerts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $12.99 | per month |
| 12 Months | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is Secure File Vault free?

Secure File Vault is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Secure File Vault?

Secure File Vault is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Secure File Vault averages 4.9 from 16 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or Secure File Vault have ads?

Both Authenticator and Secure File Vault show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Secure File Vault?

Authenticator ships an update every 33 months, and Secure File Vault every 10 days. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on October 6, 2026 and Secure File Vault on October 6, 2026.

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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.*