# Duo Auty 2FA vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is rating: Duo Auty 2FA at 5.0 against Authenticator's 3.5. Duo Auty 2FA also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Authenticator's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (190 vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Duo Auty 2FA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Authenticator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Duo Auty 2FA holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator has 190 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Duo Auty 2FA ships an update every 8 months, Authenticator every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Duo Auty 2FA | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duo-auty-2fa-secure-pass/id6480926410/reviews)** | [3.5 (190 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-mfa-and-2fa/id6612031858/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **190** |
| Positive reviews | — | 4.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 6 months** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 50 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gurman Galychina LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1450092250) | [Level Clash Apps S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590871236) |

## What reviewers say

### Duo Auty 2FA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/duo-auty-2fa-secure-pass/id6480926410)

Enhance your online security with this two-factor authentication app. It supports time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) and PUSH authentication for seamless and secure access to your accounts. Add multiple accounts, customize with brand icons, and unlock with biometrics.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), TOTP and PUSH authentication, QR code scanning and import, Manual code entry, Brand icon customization, Biometrics integration

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly with trial | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly plan with trial | $59.99 | per year |


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-mfa-and-2fa/id6612031858)

Securely store and generate two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts directly on your device. Features encrypted backups, cross-device sync, and quick access widgets. Supports thousands of services and offers offline code generation.

**Highlights:** Secure and private data storage, Encrypted backups to iCloud, Cross-device sync including Apple Watch, Home Screen widget for quick access, Offline code generation, Import accounts from other authenticators, Support for thousands of major services

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| yearly subscription | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 👍 Keep your codes near

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤥 Misleading app name (mimics Authy)
- 💸 Unexpected subscription charges
- ❌ App is not free as advertised
- 🚫 Forced payment pop-ups
- 🗑️ Erased connected apps after update

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open after payment
- Connected apps erased by update
- Lost access to important accounts due to app deletion
- App declines correct entries
- Funds inaccessible


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Duo Auty 2FA free?

Duo Auty 2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Duo Auty 2FA or Authenticator?

Duo Auty 2FA is rated higher. Duo Auty 2FA averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Authenticator averages 3.5 from 190 ratings.

### Do Duo Auty 2FA or Authenticator have ads?

Neither Duo Auty 2FA nor Authenticator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Duo Auty 2FA or Authenticator?

Duo Auty 2FA ships an update every 8 months, and Authenticator every 6 months. Most recently, Duo Auty 2FA was updated on September 11, 2026 and Authenticator on September 6, 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.*