Comparison

Authenticator App vs PDF Editor

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator App

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
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Authenticator App: 2FA・MFA・OTP delivers secure two-factor authentication codes for your accounts, keeping your online services protected with reliable TOTP generation. Simple, fast, and privacy-focused — perfect for securing logins without internet dependency. Key Features: - Generate TOTP codes for your accounts - Easy QR code scanning for quick account setup - Biometric security with Face ID or Touch ID - Secure cloud backup and data recovery - Offline functionality for use anywhere - Minimalist design for instant access Stay protected across all your services with Authenticator App: 2FA・MFA・OTP — your trusted companion for effortless account security. Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. Terms of Use & Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-bRMtRSuH0pLoMZIwI69CA441mkxM0Cj0xaw91mEhTA/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-V6vBYQxi7tUSy_X5TVwc6skbLVyXHrjANNyCwFCOHU/edit?usp=sharing

About

PDF Editor

This app is a comprehensive PDF toolkit for scanning, editing, converting, and managing your documents. It allows for text and image editing, page rearrangement, and conversion to various formats like Word, Excel, and JPG. Secure your files with password protection and organize them efficiently.

Highlights
  • Full PDF editing (text, images, annotations)
  • Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, JPG, PNG, TXT, PPT
  • Scan documents to editable PDFs
  • Fill and sign PDF forms
  • Merge and split PDF files
  • Password protection for documents
  • Organize and manage PDFs with tags
Features
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PDF Editor - Reader&Converter: PDF Edit is your all-in-one PDF toolkit to scan, edit, convert, and manage PDF documents effortlessly. Whether you're editing contracts, filling forms, signing documents, or converting files, our app delivers fast, accurate, and secure results. Key Features: Full PDF Editing: Edit PDF text, images, annotations, and rearrange pages with a user-friendly interface PDF Converter: Convert PDFs to Word, Excel, JPG, PNG, TXT, and PPT — and vice versa Image to PDF: Batch convert photos to high-quality PDF documents with clarity PDF Scanner: Scan physical documents with your camera and turn them into editable PDFs Fill & Sign PDF Forms: Quickly fill out forms and add digital signatures Merge & Split PDFs: Combine multiple PDFs or split large files into smaller ones Large File Support: Smoothly handle documents over 100MB without crashing Password Protection: Encrypt and secure confidential PDF documents PDF Organizer: Tag, categorize, and manage all your documents with ease Whether you're a student, teacher, lawyer, freelancer, or office worker, EasePDF Reader helps boost your productivity—anytime, anywhere. ==== Auto-Renewal Membership Statement ==== 【Membership Benefits】Unlimited PDF editing,Continuously updated conversion formats... 【Subscription Price】Subject to iAP application information. 【Payment】Upon user confirmation of purchase and payment, it will be recorded in the iTunes account. 【Renewal】Apple iTunes accounts will be charged within 24 hours before the expiration, and upon successful payment, the subscription period will be extended by one subscription period. 【Cancel Renewal】If you wish to cancel the renewal, please manually disable the auto-renewal function in iTunes/Apple ID settings management at least 24 hours before the current subscription period expires. 【Free Trial】Renewal or cancellation of renewal during the free trial period will not revoke the user's right to a free trial. Users can use the trial until the trial period ends. ==== Relevant Agreements ==== Terms of Use Agreement: https://global.easepdf.cc/download/agreement/ios/PDFPro-servicepolicy.html Privacy Policy Address: https://global.easepdf.cc/download/agreement/ios/PDFPro-privacypolicy.html

Screenshots

Authenticator App4 screens
PDF Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator App at 4.3 against PDF Editor's 3.9. Authenticator App also leads on ratings volume (210 vs 7) and review sentiment (67% vs 57%). PDF Editor's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 8 months) and iOS requirement (14 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Authenticator App sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and PDF Editor sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $9.90 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator App holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 210 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Authenticator App's written reviews are positive against 57% of PDF Editor's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App ships an update every 8 months, PDF Editor every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and July 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Authenticator App versus PDF Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator AppPDF Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (210 ratings) — better3.9 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings210 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS1714 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAuthentication ServicesShenzhen Miguo Qudong Technology Co., Ltd

Customer experience

Authenticator App

All ratings210 ratings
Positive81.9%
Neutral5.7%
Negative12.4%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

PDF Editor

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions15
  • Digital Security Authenticator3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Enhance online security3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Generate one-time passwords$5.997 Days
Show 12 more
  • Smart Authenticator3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • One-Time Password Generator$7.997 Days
  • Secure Code Generator3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • One-Time Security Code App3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Smart Code Authenticator3 Days trial$11.997 Days
  • 2FA App$14.991 Month
  • Secure Verification Generator3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Secure your accounts$19.991 Month
  • Account protection Authenticator3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Secure your accounts$39.991 Year
  • Safe Login Code Generator3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • One-Time Password$59.991 Year
11 purchases

PDF Editor

Subscriptions7
  • WEEKLY ACCESS2 variants$9.907 Days
  • MONTHLY ACCESS$9.901 Month
  • MONTHLY ACCESS3 Days trial2 variants$19.901 Month
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  • MONTHLY ACCESS$19.901 Month
  • QUARTERLY ACCESS2 variants$29.903 Months
  • 6-Month Access3 Days trial2 variants$59.906 Months
  • YEARLY ACCESS3 Days trial2 variants$99.901 Year
One-time4
  • Monthly$9.90
  • 10次卡$20.00
  • Yearly$99.00
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  • 100次卡$188.99

Questions

Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor free?
PDF Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator App or PDF Editor?
Authenticator App is rated higher. Authenticator App averages 4.3 out of 5 from 210 ratings, while PDF Editor averages 3.9 from 7 ratings.
Do Authenticator App or PDF Editor have ads?
Neither Authenticator App nor PDF Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App or PDF Editor?
Authenticator App ships an update every 8 months, and PDF Editor every 9 days. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on September 24, 2026 and PDF Editor on July 30, 2026.

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