Authenticator App vs Stingless
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Secure 2FA token generation
- Encrypted cloud backups
- Multi-device synchronization
- Offline functionality
- PIN and biometric lock
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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
Stingless
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This app is designed to help stingless beekeepers, from backyard enthusiasts to commercial meliponary managers, effortlessly track and improve their beekeeping practices. By providing intuitive tools to monitor hive health, log inspections, schedule feeding, and manage pest treatments, it takes the guesswork out of colony management. The app organises all your beekeeping activities in one place, featuring a comprehensive timeline that displays inspections, harvests, treatments, and tasks in chronological order for easy reference. With built-in mapping and location services, you can precisely track hive placements and movements across multiple sites. The app also streamlines collaboration and record-keeping by generating shareable reports, exportable QR codes for hive identification, and printable documentation. Whether you're managing a few hives at home or overseeing a large-scale meliponary, these smart tools help you maintain healthier colonies, optimise productivity, and simplify your beekeeping workflow – all while preserving valuable data for future seasons and research.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Stingless at fortnightly against Authenticator App's every 8 months. Stingless also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Stingless sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Authenticator App ships an update every 8 months, Stingless fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator App | Stingless |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (210 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 210 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Authentication Services | Drew Breen |
In-app purchases
Authenticator App
- Digital Security Authenticator3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Enhance online security3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- Generate one-time passwords$5.997 Days
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- 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
Stingless
- Monthly Enthusiast Subscription$4.99
- Monthly Pro Subscription$17.99
- Yearly Enthusiast Subscription$54.99
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- Yearly Pro Subscription$199.99
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