# Authenticator ® App vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Authenticator App at 100% against Authenticator ® App's 19%. Authenticator App also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and ads (none vs shown). Authenticator ® App's advantage is ratings volume (3.2K vs 14) and chart position (#83 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator ® App sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator ® App has 3.2K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Authenticator ® App's written reviews are positive against 100% of Authenticator App's.

Authenticator ® App ships an update every 5 weeks, Authenticator App weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator ® App | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6480253221/reviews) | **[5.0 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa/id6754335457/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.2K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 19.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#83** | — |
| Size | 135 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +17 | 4+ |
| Developer | [MatechMobile Software JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567017153) | [Mobile Ocean](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542573722) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ® App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6480253221)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app enhances online security by managing two-factor authentication codes for over 1,000 applications. It offers features like password leak detection, VPN protection, and secure password autofill, with cloud backups and biometric security options.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication code generation, Password leak detection, VPN protection, Password and account autofill, Cloud backups, Biometric security (Face ID, Touch ID), Organize apps with folders

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VPN Plan | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Plan | $12.99 | per month |
| Monthly VPN Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Plan | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Upgrade Plan | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly 7 Day Free Plan | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly VPN Plan | $69.99 | per year |
| One-time Payment | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Reliable and efficient
- 🚀 Smooth experience
- 🔒 Keeps accounts safe

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
- 💰 Not free, charges subscription fees
- 🔒 Poor security, unable to log in
- 🤖 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤔 Misleading advertising

**Reported bugs**

- Camera not working for face scan
- Unable to find authentication codes
- Codes not working, locked out of accounts

**Requested features**

- Add option to cancel subscription
- Improve customer support


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa/id6754335457)

Enhance your online security with a fast, secure, and user-friendly app for generating one-time passwords. Protect your accounts with an extra layer of defense, ensuring quick and safe logins across thousands of platforms. Enjoy features like iCloud backup, biometric security, and offline access.

**Highlights:** Instant setup via QR code or manual entry, Universal compatibility with thousands of platforms, iCloud backup and sync across Apple devices, Biometric security (Face ID/Touch ID), Ad-free and offline access, TOTP & HOTP support, End-to-end encrypted multi-device sync

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro for MoAuth Authenticator | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Pro for MoAuth Authenticator | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pro for MoAuth Authenticator | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro for MoAuth Authenticator | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator ® App free?

Authenticator ® App 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, Authenticator ® App or Authenticator App?

Authenticator App is rated higher. Authenticator ® App averages 4.4 out of 5 from 3.2K ratings, while Authenticator App averages 5.0 from 14 ratings.

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

Authenticator ® App shows ads; Authenticator App does not.

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

Authenticator ® App ships an update every 5 weeks, and Authenticator App weekly. Most recently, Authenticator ® App was updated on September 25, 2026 and Authenticator App on September 18, 2026.

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