# SideShift vs Authenticator App ⁸

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SideShift at 70% against Authenticator App ⁸'s 25%. SideShift also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (30K vs 898). Authenticator App ⁸'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SideShift sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Authenticator App ⁸ sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SideShift holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SideShift has 30K ratings behind it against 898, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of SideShift's written reviews are positive against 25% of Authenticator App ⁸'s.

SideShift ships an update weekly, Authenticator App ⁸ every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SideShift | Authenticator App ⁸ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideshift-earn-money/id6481115809/reviews)** | [4.6 (898 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6744388310/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **30K** | 898 |
| Positive reviews | **70.4% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#40** | #58 |
| Size | 364 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SideShift](https://appshunter.io/developer/1739628168) | [Secure Shield Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807464826) |

## What reviewers say

### SideShift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sideshift-earn-money/id6481115809)

**Currently charting:** #40 Top Free · Business, #49 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

This app connects creators with brands for paid opportunities like UGC campaigns and influencer gigs. It also provides tools to manage your creator business, track earnings, send invoices, and receive fast payouts.

**Highlights:** Discover paid UGC campaigns, Apply to brand deals with one tap, Manage creator business, Track campaign performance, Send invoices to brands, Instant payouts, Creator analytics

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SideShift Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| SideShift Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Get annual access | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| SideShift Pro | $79.99 | per year |
| $25 Dollars | $24.99 | one-time |
| $50 Dollars | $49.99 | one-time |
| $75 Dollars | $74.99 | one-time |
| $100 Dollars | $99.99 | one-time |
| $200 Dollars | $199.99 | one-time |
| Pro Membership | $249.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Variety of job opportunities
- 🚀 Efficient application process
- 👍 Helpful for college students

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional technical issues
- 🐛 Difficulty creating an account
- 🐛 Inconsistent job availability

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Trouble uploading resumes
- Inconsistent job application process

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved account management
- Expanded job listings
- Enhanced job search filters


### Authenticator App ⁸

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6744388310)

**Currently charting:** #58 Top Grossing · Business (US App Store)

This app enhances password management and recall through memory-testing features and secure storage. It also provides two-factor authentication for an extra layer of online security.

**Highlights:** Password recall tests, Secure password manager, Two-factor authentication, Organize passwords, Enhance memory

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator 1 Week Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator 1 Week Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator 1 Year Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Authenticator 1 Year Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Secure devices
- 😊 For security
- 👍 Good
- 👍 Best app on the hood
- 👍 Secure good devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Scam app
- 😠 Fake app
- 😠 Deceptive subscription
- 😠 Unnecessary paywalls
- 😠 Sneaky app

**Reported bugs**

- App does not work
- Bugs
- Authenticator app doesn't work most of the time
- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Fix bugs
- Create something without bugs
- Allow use of existing Microsoft authenticator


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SideShift free?

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

### Is Authenticator App ⁸ free?

Authenticator App ⁸ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SideShift or Authenticator App ⁸?

SideShift is rated higher. SideShift averages 4.8 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Authenticator App ⁸ averages 4.6 from 898 ratings.

### Do SideShift or Authenticator App ⁸ have ads?

Neither SideShift nor Authenticator App ⁸ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SideShift or Authenticator App ⁸?

SideShift ships an update weekly, and Authenticator App ⁸ every 4 months. Most recently, SideShift was updated on October 20, 2026 and Authenticator App ⁸ on October 19, 2026.

### Which is more popular, SideShift or Authenticator App ⁸?

SideShift currently peaks at #40 in the App Store charts, and Authenticator App ⁸ at #58. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*