# Authenticator App vs Device Detect

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Authenticator App at 67% against Device Detect's 0%. Authenticator App also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (210 vs 64). Device Detect's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Device Detect sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Device Detect holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 210 and 64 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 0% of Device Detect's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator App | Device Detect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (210 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2famfaotp/id6480137982/reviews) | **[4.6 (64 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detect-scanner-secret/id6741431605/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **210** | 64 |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 48 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Authentication Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880352966) | [Otis Casey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807984123) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2famfaotp/id6480137982)

This app generates secure two-factor authentication tokens to protect your online accounts. It offers encrypted cloud backups and multi-device synchronization for easy recovery and access. The app works offline and can be secured with a PIN or biometric lock.

**Highlights:** Secure 2FA token generation, Encrypted cloud backups, Multi-device synchronization, Offline functionality, PIN and biometric lock

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Digital Security Authenticator | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Enhance online security | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Generate one-time passwords | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart Authenticator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| One-Time Password Generator | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Secure Code Generator | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| One-Time Security Code App | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Smart Code Authenticator | $11.99 | per 7 days |
| 2FA App | $14.99 | per month |
| Secure Verification Generator | $19.99 | per month |
| Secure your accounts | $19.99 | per month |
| Account protection Authenticator | $29.99 | per month |
| Secure your accounts | $39.99 | per year |
| Safe Login Code Generator | $49.99 | per year |
| One-Time Password | $59.99 | per year |


### Device Detect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/device-detect-scanner-secret/id6741431605)

Learn to identify privacy risks with guided detection and reflective light tests. Monitor your network using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth scanning to detect unfamiliar gadgets and unusual electronic signals. Gain insights on privacy protection methods with expert guides and analysis tools.

**Highlights:** Guided detection techniques, Reflective light tests, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth scanning, Detect unfamiliar gadgets, Identify unusual electronic signals, Expert privacy guides

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Device Detect - Scanner Secret | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Device Detect - Scanner Secret | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Device Detect - Scanner Secret | $14.99 | per month |
| Device Detect - Scanner Secret | $15.99 | per month |
| Device Detect - Scanner Secret | $83.99 | per year |
| Device Detect - Scanner Secret | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

### Is Device Detect free?

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

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

Device Detect is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.3 out of 5 from 210 ratings, while Device Detect averages 4.6 from 64 ratings.

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

Device Detect shows ads; Authenticator App does not.

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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.*