# 2 factor authentication vs Authenticator ℠ App

The clearest difference is rating: 2 factor authentication at 5.0 against Authenticator ℠ App's 4.3. 2 factor authentication also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). Authenticator ℠ App's advantage is ratings volume (6.8K vs 1) and chart position (#12 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator ℠ App sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. 2 factor authentication asks for nothing beyond the download.

2 factor authentication holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator ℠ App has 6.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | 2 factor authentication | Authenticator ℠ App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2-factor-authentication/id6505051115/reviews)** | [4.3 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6754900760/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **6.8K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 18.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#12** |
| Size | 12 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Appnap Technologies Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1553618191) | [BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581766117) |

## What reviewers say

### 2 factor authentication

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2-factor-authentication/id6505051115)

Enhance your online security with a robust two-step verification process. This app generates time-based one-time passwords for account protection and offers features like encrypted backups and private browsing.

**Highlights:** Two-step verification, Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), Multi-account management, Encrypted backup and sync, Private browsing, Email recovery

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Authenticator ℠ App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6754900760)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Grossing · Utilities, #17 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication. This app generates one-time passwords directly on your device, offering a reliable second step for sign-ins without relying on SMS codes. It supports numerous popular platforms and provides offline access to your codes.

**Highlights:** Secure TOTP verification codes, Fast and easy account setup, Full control over 2FA accounts, App lock with biometrics or PIN, Built-in password storage, Private in-app browser

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $8.90 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator - Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator - Pro Weekly | $14.90 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2 factor authentication free?

2 factor authentication is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Authenticator ℠ App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 2 factor authentication or Authenticator ℠ App?

2 factor authentication is rated higher. 2 factor authentication averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Authenticator ℠ App averages 4.3 from 6.8K ratings.

### Do 2 factor authentication or Authenticator ℠ App have ads?

Authenticator ℠ App shows ads; 2 factor authentication does not.

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