# App for Google Authenticator ® vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 5.0 against App for Google Authenticator ®'s 3.8. Authenticator also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). App for Google Authenticator ®'s advantage is ratings volume (243 vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App for Google Authenticator ® sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App for Google Authenticator ® has 243 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of App for Google Authenticator ®'s written reviews are positive against 20% of Authenticator's.

App for Google Authenticator ® ships an update every 2 weeks, Authenticator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | App for Google Authenticator ® | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (243 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-for-google-authenticator/id6479869138/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-code/id6502896786/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **243** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | **20.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 18 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.3** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ROCKET TECHNOLOGY INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1737330934) | [林炽 钟](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743430951) |

## What reviewers say

### App for Google Authenticator ®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-for-google-authenticator/id6479869138)

Secure your online accounts with this app, offering robust verification for Google, Facebook, and more. Features include data import, anti-snooping protection, and multiple account adding methods for streamlined management.

**Highlights:** Google account verification, Import data from Google Authenticator, Supports mainstream accounts (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), Anti-snooping screen saver, Quick account adding via QR code, Multiple adding methods (scan, upload, manual), Top frequently used accounts

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Year Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Good
- 🔒 Worried Free
- 👍 Satisfied Customer
- 👍 Best free Authenticator
- 👍 Awesome!!!!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Quite disappointed
- 🐛 Awful
- 🐛 Garbage
- 🐛 Doesn't work
- 🐛 Hidden Fees

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-code/id6502896786)

Enhance your online security with two-factor authentication. This app acts as a password manager, generating strong passwords and offering auto-fill for convenient and secure logins. It supports a wide range of services and securely backs up your data with encryption.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication, Password manager, QR code scanning, Auto-fill login information, Strong password generation, Encrypted data backup, Biometric unlock

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Authenticator - 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Authenticator 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Authenticator - Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App for Google Authenticator ® free?

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

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, App for Google Authenticator ® or Authenticator?

Authenticator is rated higher. App for Google Authenticator ® averages 3.8 out of 5 from 243 ratings, while Authenticator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do App for Google Authenticator ® or Authenticator have ads?

Neither App for Google Authenticator ® nor Authenticator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, App for Google Authenticator ® or Authenticator?

App for Google Authenticator ® ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator every 2 months. Most recently, App for Google Authenticator ® was updated on September 24, 2026 and Authenticator on September 23, 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.*