Comparison

Get SMS Code vs Authenticator App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Get SMS Code

Acquire virtual phone numbers to receive verification codes from popular online services like WhatsApp, Tinder, and Facebook. Protect your privacy, create secondary accounts, or bypass regional restrictions with numbers from various countries. Enjoy swift access, transparent pricing, and a secure, anonymous experience.

Highlights
  • Virtual number acquisition
  • SMS verification code reception
  • Support for popular online services
  • Global country availability
  • Anonymous registration
  • Transparent pricing
Features
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Introducing our application, which enables you to acquire a virtual number capable of receiving messages from popular online services such as WhatsApp, Tinder, Facebook, Gmail, Telegram, and more. Key advantages include: * Swift access to virtual numbers * Extensive support for various online services * Availability of numbers in nearly all countries * Transparent pricing * Emphasis on reliability, security, and anonymity Why might you need it? * To create an additional account on an online service without possessing a secondary number * To register on an online platform while prioritizing anonymity and safeguarding against marketing communications or personal data leaks * When registration on certain services is not accessible in your country, necessitating a number from another country. How does it operate? * Choose the service for registration (e.g., WhatsApp, Tinder, Facebook) * Select the country to purchase a number (our app supports most countries) * Rent a number and input it into the chosen service * In a matter of minutes, receive a message containing an activation code! Join and make the most of our application! Learn more at: https://api.get-sms-code.com/terms.html For any questions or suggestions, we eagerly await your feedback: support@get-sms-code.com

About

Authenticator App

This app generates secure one-time codes for two-factor authentication, working offline and protected by biometric security. It supports thousands of services and offers encrypted cloud backup for easy restoration on new devices.

Highlights
  • Generates TOTP & HOTP codes
  • Works offline
  • Biometric security (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Encrypted cloud backup
  • QR code and manual key entry
  • Customizable account list
Features
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Authenticator App: 2FA, MFA generates secure one-time codes for any account — instantly, offline, and protected by your Face ID or Touch ID. Add any account manually in seconds and get a fresh 6-digit TOTP or HOTP code every 30 seconds. No SMS. No internet connection required. No third party ever sees your codes. WHAT THE APP DOES • Generates TOTP & HOTP codes (RFC 6238 / RFC 4226) for any service that supports two-factor authentication • Works with Google, Microsoft, Apple ID, Amazon, GitHub, Dropbox, Slack, Facebook, and thousands more • Add accounts via QR code or manual key entry • Stores all accounts in one organised list with custom names for easy navigation • Refreshes codes automatically every 30 seconds with a visible countdown timer • Locks the app behind Face ID or Touch ID so only you can access your codes • Runs fully offline — codes are generated on-device, never sent to a server BACKUP & RESTORE Encrypted backup saves all your accounts to the cloud. If you switch or lose your phone, restore every account to a new device in one tap. Backup is end-to-end encrypted — your keys never leave your device. SWITCHING FROM ANOTHER APP Add your existing accounts manually using the secret keys from each service. Takes a few minutes and keeps access to every account intact. PRIVACY AND SECURITY Authenticator: 2FA Auth, MFA complies with stringent privacy standards, ensuring that your data remains safe and confidential. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy at https://authgreen.com/privacy SUBSCRIPTION AND TERMS Authenticator App: 2FA, MFA is a subscription-based app with a free trial period. Subscribe for unlimited access with no commitment, and you can cancel anytime. Manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in iTunes' Account Settings after purchase. Read our Terms of Service at https://authgreen.com/termsofuse

Screenshots

Get SMS Code4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Get SMS Code at 4.5 against Authenticator App's 1.0. Get SMS Code also leads on ratings volume (2.8K vs 1) and review sentiment (20% vs 0%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Get SMS Code sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Authenticator App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Get SMS Code holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Get SMS Code has 2.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Get SMS Code's written reviews are positive against 0% of Authenticator App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Get SMS Code ships an update every 5 weeks, Authenticator App every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Get SMS Code versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGet SMS CodeAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2.8K ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews20.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2.8K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAPPSTER LIMITEDEssa Studio

Customer experience

Get SMS Code

All ratings2,819 ratings
Positive86.3%
Neutral3.1%
Negative10.6%
Written reviews195 reviews
Positive20.0%
Neutral2.1%
Negative77.9%

Authenticator App

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Get SMS Code

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Compatibility issues with certain services
  • Unreliable service, numbers not working

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improve app functionality
  • Provide better customer support

Authenticator App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Get SMS Code

One-time13
  • 25 Credits Pack$0.39
  • 100 Credits$0.49
  • 100 Credits Pack$0.99
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  • 200 Credits$0.99
  • 300 Credits$1.49
  • 200 Credits Pack$1.99
  • 500 Credits$2.49
  • 300 Credits Pack$2.99
  • 1000 Credits$4.49
  • 500 Credits Pack$4.99
  • 1000 Credits Pack$9.99
  • 1500 Credits Pack$14.99
  • 2000 Credits Pack$19.99
2 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • Auth Premium Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Auth Premium Annually$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Get SMS Code free?
Get SMS Code 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, Get SMS Code or Authenticator App?
Get SMS Code is rated higher. Get SMS Code averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2.8K ratings, while Authenticator App averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Get SMS Code or Authenticator App have ads?
Neither Get SMS Code nor Authenticator App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Get SMS Code or Authenticator App?
Get SMS Code ships an update every 5 weeks, and Authenticator App every 2 months. Most recently, Get SMS Code was updated on October 12, 2026 and Authenticator App on October 9, 2026.

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