# Authenticator ® App vs Authenticator App+

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator ® App at 4.4 against Authenticator App+'s 3.7. Authenticator ® App also leads on ratings volume (3.4K vs 3) and chart position (#87 vs unranked). Authenticator App+'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator ® App holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator ® App has 3.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator ® App ships an update every 5 weeks, Authenticator App+ weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator ® App | Authenticator App+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (3.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6480253221/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-plus-2fa-and-mfa/id6811580623/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.4K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 19.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#87** | — |
| Size | 135 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +17 | 17+ |
| Developer | [MatechMobile Software JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567017153) | [Bakir Store](https://appshunter.io/developer/6793313755) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ® App

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

**Currently charting:** #87 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-plus-2fa-and-mfa/id6811580623)

Generate two-factor authentication codes and securely store passwords. Offers step-by-step setup, autofill capabilities, and iCloud sync for seamless device management. Protects your sensitive information with robust security features.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication code generation, Password vault for storing credentials, Autofill for codes and passwords, iCloud sync across devices, Widgets for quick access, Encrypted backup and restore

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $44.49 | 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 3.4K ratings, while Authenticator App+ averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

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

Both Authenticator ® App and Authenticator App+ show ads.

### 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 October 25, 2026 and Authenticator App+ on October 26, 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.*