# Password Manager (2FAS Pass) vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 5.0 against Password Manager (2FAS Pass)'s 4.5. Authenticator also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.4). Password Manager (2FAS Pass)'s advantage is ratings volume (27 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Password Manager (2FAS Pass) sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and Authenticator sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Password Manager (2FAS Pass) has 27 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Password Manager (2FAS Pass) ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Password Manager (2FAS Pass) | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-2fas-pass/id6504464955/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2famfa/id6739278649/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 78.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 61 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Two Factor Authentication Service Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1217793793) | [园 周](https://appshunter.io/developer/1783490941) |

## What reviewers say

### Password Manager (2FAS Pass)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-2fas-pass/id6504464955)

This app securely stores and manages your passwords locally on your device with end-to-end encryption. It offers seamless integration with browser extensions for easy access and allows you to choose your preferred synchronization and backup methods, ensuring full data control.

**Highlights:** Local-first data storage, End-to-end encryption, Offline access, Browser extension sync, Optional iCloud sync, Custom WebDAV sync, Open-source code

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2FAS Pass Unlimited | $9.99 | per year |


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2famfa/id6739278649)

Enhance your online security with this user-friendly app that generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for two-factor authentication. Securely manage codes for popular services by scanning QR codes or importing existing data. Offers iCloud sync and biometric protection for easy access across devices.

**Highlights:** Generate secure 2FA codes, Sync accounts with iCloud, Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID), Setup via QR scan or import, Organize tokens with folders, Import/export codes as text file

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Password Manager (2FAS Pass) free?

Password Manager (2FAS Pass) 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, Password Manager (2FAS Pass) or Authenticator?

Authenticator is rated higher. Password Manager (2FAS Pass) averages 4.5 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Authenticator averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Password Manager (2FAS Pass) or Authenticator have ads?

Neither Password Manager (2FAS Pass) nor Authenticator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Password Manager (2FAS Pass) or Authenticator?

Password Manager (2FAS Pass) ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator every 3 weeks. Most recently, Password Manager (2FAS Pass) was updated on November 5, 2026 and Authenticator on November 4, 2026.

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