Comparison

AI Clean vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

AI Clean

This app uses AI to free up iPhone storage by cleaning photos, videos, contacts, and hidden files. It offers smart photo organization, compression, and contact management, all processed on-device for privacy.

Highlights
  • Smart photo cleanup
  • Compress photos and videos
  • Merge and delete contacts
  • On-device processing
  • Free up storage space
  • Organize iPhone
Features
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AI Clean helps you free up space, boost speed, and keep your iPhone perfectly organized. With advanced AI technology, it cleans photos, videos, contacts, and hidden files in seconds — giving your device a fresh start every day. ► Smart Photo Cleanup Quickly clean up your photo gallery and keep only what truly matters. • Identify similar shots and mark the best version • Delete unnecessary screenshots and lookalike photos • Swipe right to keep and left to remove with simple gestures • Organize your gallery for a cleaner, smarter photo library ► Compress Photos & Videos Reclaim valuable storage space without losing quality. • Compress large photos and videos in seconds • Select compression levels that fit your needs • Keep original quality with minimal size reduction • Save gigabytes of storage without deleting memories ► Merge and Delete Contacts Keep your address book organized and up to date. • Merge duplicate contact entries • Remove incomplete or unused contacts • Review and tidy up your phonebook quickly • Maintain a clean, accurate contact list ► Smart and Private All cleanup happens directly on your device — safe, secure, and private. • 100% on-device processing • No tracking or data uploads • Your photos, videos, and contacts stay yours Choose how you want to clean and let AI Clean handle the rest — fast, safe, and effortless. Subscription Options: • Weekly Plan • Yearly Plan • Lifetime Plan Start your 7-day free trial today for unlimited access to all features. Cancel anytime directly from your iPhone Settings. Contact Us: For app support and more information, please contact us at at:spacecleaner@hopemobi.com Privacy Policy: https://smartaiclean.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://smartaiclean.com/user-agreement.html AI Clean — Smart. Fast. Effortless. Free up space, organize your iPhone, and keep it running like new.

About

Authenticator

This app generates secure, time-based one-time passwords for your online accounts. It features a privacy-focused design with local storage and optional biometric protection. Easily set up accounts by scanning QR codes or manually entering details.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Secure local storage with iOS Keychain
  • QR code scanner for setup
  • Optional Face ID / Touch ID lock
  • No ads or tracking
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Authenticator - Shield App helps you protect online accounts with secure two-factor authentication codes and a private password vault. Scan a 2FA QR code, add your account, and get fresh one-time login codes whenever you need them. Store passwords locally, lock the app with Face ID or Touch ID, and keep sensitive secrets on your iPhone. Why users choose Authenticator: • Fast QR code setup for TOTP accounts • 6-digit one-time codes with countdown timer • Private password vault stored on this device • Optional Face ID / Touch ID app lock • Clean dark design made for quick copy and login • Works offline after your accounts are added Privacy first: Your 2FA secrets and saved passwords stay on your device and are protected with iOS Keychain technology. The app is built for simple, private account protection without extra setup. Important: This app is an independent authenticator and password manager utility. Keep backup codes from your services in a safe place in case you lose access to your device. Privacy Policy: https://authenticators-app.com/privacy EULA: https://authenticators-app.com/eula

Screenshots

AI Clean4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator at none against AI Clean's shown. AI Clean's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (62% vs 33%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. AI Clean sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AI Clean holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AI Clean has 1.2K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of AI Clean's written reviews are positive against 33% of Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AI Clean ships an update every 2 weeks, Authenticator every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
AI Clean versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAI CleanAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.2K ratings) — better4.0 (16 ratings)
Positive reviews61.7% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.2K — better16
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer希望移动科技(深圳)有限公司Noox Media Ltd

Customer experience

AI Clean

All ratings1,183 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral4.6%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews47 reviews
Positive61.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative31.9%

Authenticator

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

AI Clean

Subscriptions7
  • 3-Days Free Trial3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly$6.997 Days
  • 3-Days Free Trial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
Show 4 more
  • Premium Weekly7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • 3-Days Free Trial3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Weekly7 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime2 variants$39.99
  • Premium Lifetime$49.99
3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly subscription noTrial$9.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$59.991 Year

Questions

Is AI Clean free?
AI Clean 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, AI Clean or Authenticator?
AI Clean is rated higher. AI Clean averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.0 from 16 ratings.
Do AI Clean or Authenticator have ads?
AI Clean shows ads; Authenticator does not.
Which is updated more often, AI Clean or Authenticator?
AI Clean ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator every 9 days. Most recently, AI Clean was updated on November 8, 2026 and Authenticator on November 9, 2026.

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