Comparison

Authenticator App ‧ vs Focus wave

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator App ‧

Enhance your account security with advanced two-factor authentication. This app provides double encryption, secure iCloud backup, and seamless integration with over 1000 popular services. It offers face recognition for effortless login and robust verification processes to protect your sensitive information.

Highlights
  • Two-step verification
  • QR code account addition
  • Encrypted iCloud backup
  • Compatibility with 1000+ apps
  • Face recognition login
Features
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Authenticator is an advanced app designed to enhance your account security through efficient account management and robust verification processes,which provides an extra layer of protection through double encryption. This significantly boosts the security of your accounts against unauthorized access. Additionally, the iCloud storage and sync capabilities ensure that your verification codes are securely backed up and easily accessible, preventing any loss. All features are unlocked with a subscription, allowing you to take full advantage of Authenticator’s comprehensive security solutions to safeguard your sensitive information effortlessly. You can gain all the benefits included: 1.Dual security with two-step verification Secure your accounts by generating a two-step verification code during the login process. This dual authentication method adds an extra layer of protection, ensuring that only authorized one can access the accounts. By requiring a second code, it significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access. 2.Secure account addition via QR code scanning With authenticator,you can easily scan and add accounts, streamlining the setup process. This intuitive QR code scanning simplifies adding accounts, making it fast and convenient. Once added, you can manage all your accounts securely in one place, eliminating the need to remember multiple login credentials. 3.Encrypted iCloud backup for verification codes Authenticator offers a robust iCloud storage that securely backs up your verification codes,which ensures that your codes are safe from loss or theft, providing easy access whenever needed, and you can trust that your sensitive data is protected while being readily available for use. 4.Compatibility with over 1000 popular apps Support and integrate with more than 1000 popular applications, such as Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, Google, Instagram and more,providing flexible usage across various platforms. 5.Face recognition for seamless authentication Our app incorporates advanced face recognition technology, allowing you to log in effortlessly and securely.With just a glance that you can authenticate your identity, eliminating the need for traditional passwords or verification codes. Subscription Pricing: - Auto-renewable yearly subscription at USD 39.99/year - Auto-renewable yearly subscription with 3-day trial at USD 49.99/year - Lifetime at USD 49.99 Note - Payment will be charged to the 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 before the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - The user and auto-renewal may manage subscriptions may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable Contact us by: support@normalv.com Terms of Use:https://www.normalv.com/terms.html Privacy Policy:https://www.normalv.com/privacy.html

About

Focus wave

This app transforms your time management into a visual experience, helping you stay focused on studying, projects, or daily tasks. It offers a dynamic and adaptable approach to productivity beyond traditional timers.

Highlights
  • Visual time tracking
  • Task management
  • Customizable interface
  • Study aid
  • Project management
Features
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Whether you are studying for exams, working on a side project, or just trying to manage your day, FocusWave turns your time into a visual experience. Say goodbye to boring clocks and hello to a productivity tool that adapts to your style.

Screenshots

Authenticator App ‧4 screens
Focus wave4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Focus wave at 5.0 against Authenticator App ‧'s 2.5. Focus wave also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). Authenticator App ‧'s advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support 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 4 in-app purchases, starting at $39.99 per year. Focus wave asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Focus wave holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App ‧ has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App ‧ ships an update every 5 months, Focus wave every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and July 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Authenticator App ‧ versus Focus wave: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator App ‧Focus wave
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB1 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNormal VectorFranklin Park

Customer experience

Authenticator App ‧

All ratings1,134 ratings
Positive36.8%
Neutral1.5%
Negative61.7%
Written reviews84 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Focus wave

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Authenticator App ‧

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App not working as expected
  • Subscription issues and inability to cancel

Focus wave

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Authenticator App ‧

Subscriptions3
  • Yearly VIP$39.991 Year
  • Yearly VIP$49.991 Year
  • Yearly 3DaysTrail VIP3 Days trial$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime VIP$49.99
None

Focus wave

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator App ‧ free?
Authenticator App ‧ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus wave free?
Focus wave is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator App ‧ or Focus wave?
Focus wave is rated higher. Authenticator App ‧ averages 2.5 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Focus wave averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Authenticator App ‧ or Focus wave have ads?
Neither Authenticator App ‧ nor Focus wave shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App ‧ or Focus wave?
Authenticator App ‧ ships an update every 5 months, and Focus wave every 2 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator App ‧ was updated on September 23, 2026 and Focus wave on July 23, 2026.

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