Comparison

Authenticator App vs Authenticator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Authenticator App

Secure your digital accounts with advanced two-factor authentication. This app offers cloud backup to prevent lockout, supports a wide range of services, and includes a password manager for all-in-one digital identity management. It provides enterprise-grade security and seamless integration for personal and professional use.

Highlights
  • iCloud Cloud Backup
  • 2FA support for 1000+ services
  • Apple Watch support
  • Integrated Password Manager
  • Offline code generation
  • Import from Photos
Features
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The ultimate upgrade for Google Authenticator! Worried about losing your phone? Secure iCloud Cloud Backup ensures you never get locked out. Optimized for US users: Seamless 2FA support for Discord, Fortnite, Microsoft, AWS, and all your digital accounts. 【Core Features】 - Never Lose Access: iCloud Backup Lost or broke your phone? Don't risk losing your accounts. Enable Cloud Backup to securely store your 2FA tokens in your personal iCloud. Restore everything instantly on a new iPhone with zero hassle. - For Gamers: Secure Your Loot The essential security tool for gamers. Perfect support for Discord, Roblox, Fortnite (Epic Games), PlayStation (PSN), Xbox, Twitch, and Battle.net. Generate codes instantly without lag, even while offline. - Apple Watch Support Unlock from your wrist! No need to pull out your phone. View your 2FA codes directly on your Apple Watch. Log in faster to your games or work VPNs. - Business & Work: Microsoft Compatible Enterprise-grade security. A powerful alternative to Microsoft Authenticator. Works seamlessly with Office 365, Outlook, Okta, Salesforce, Cisco Duo, AWS, and GitHub. Streamline your workflow with professional reliability. - Password & 2FA Manager: All-in-One More than just an authenticator. Built-in Password Manager allows you to store your passwords alongside your 2FA codes. Copy and paste with ease—manage your entire digital identity in one secure app. 【Why Choose Us?】 - Universal Compatibility: Supports standard 2FA for 1000+ services. Including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, Snapchat, Roblox, Coinbase, PayPal, LinkedIn, and more. - Easy Migration: Support batch import & export via iCloud or Text File. Easily transfer data from Google Authenticator to your new iPhone. - Privacy Lock: Set an app launch password to prevent others from viewing your verification codes and account information when using your phone, and protect your privacy and security. - Bank-Level Encryption: Your data is yours. We use advanced encryption and store data locally or in your iCloud. We never upload your keys to 3rd-party servers. - Scan from Photos: Can't scan a QR code on your screen? Use our Import from Photos feature. Just take a screenshot and load it—no need for a second device. - Offline Access: No internet? No problem. Generate valid TOTP codes even in Airplane Mode. 【Q&A】 Q: What is an Authenticator? A: It is a tool that generates Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) to protect your accounts from hacking. It serves as a digital key for Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). Q: Can it replace Google Authenticator? A: Yes! It is fully compatible with Google's protocols but adds premium features like iCloud Backup, Password Management, and Photo Import. It's safer and easier to use. 【Subscription Info】 Unlock Premium for unlimited accounts and secure cloud backup. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. - You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Contact Us: servicetwofa@gmail.com Refunds for paid subscriptions follow Apple’s official rules. All payment transactions, refund reviews and processing are under the exclusive authority of Apple Inc. As the app developer, we cannot process refunds directly. Please submit your refund request at Apple’s official page: https://reportaproblem.apple.com. Log in with your Apple ID, find your order and apply. Apple will inform you of the review result within 48 hours. Terms of Service: https://authfile.pages.dev/terms_en-US.html Privacy Policy: https://authfile.pages.dev/privacy_en-US.html

About

Authenticator

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Authenticator is a security-focused app for two-factor authentication and password management. Scan a QR code to add TOTP one-time passwords for services such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Facebook, GitHub, and many other apps and websites, or manually enter a secret key when needed. The app generates one-time verification codes offline and keeps authenticator data in secure local storage. You can also organize account passwords by category, manage app, email, bank-card, and website credentials, and generate strong passwords with customizable length and character types. 【Key features】 - Add TOTP accounts by scanning QR codes - Generate 6-digit one-time passwords offline - iCloud encrypted backup and cross-device sync - Face ID / Touch ID protection - Password manager with categories - Strong password generator with custom options - Works with popular services that support two-factor authentication 【Auto-Subscription Terms】 Payment: iTunes account charged at end of free trial after purchase confirmation Auto-Renewal: Charged within 24 hours before subscription ends, period extends automatically Cancel: Manage/cancel auto-renewal in iPhone Settings → iTunes Store & App Store → Apple ID → Subscriptions 【Related Agreements】 Terms of Service: http://app.fuchun.vip/authenticator/UserAgreement.html Privacy Policy: http://app.fuchun.vip/authenticator/PrivacyPolicy.html By using this app, you agree to the above terms.

Screenshots

Authenticator App4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator at none against Authenticator App's shown. Authenticator App's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Authenticator App versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator AppAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews17.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeijing Haohai Xincheng Technology Co., Ltd冬 杨

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions6
  • Week3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Monthly1 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Week3 Days trial2 variants$6.997 Days
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  • Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Yearly$24.991 Year
  • Yearly2 variants$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$99.99
4 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Authenticator周会员$4.997 Days
  • Authenticator月会员$14.991 Month
  • Authenticator年会员$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Authenticator终身会员$39.99

Questions

Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Authenticator App or Authenticator have ads?
Authenticator App shows ads; Authenticator does not.

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