# Authenticator vs TCW Business

The clearest difference is rating: TCW Business at 5.0 against Authenticator's 3.5. TCW Business also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). Authenticator's advantage is ratings volume (190 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. TCW Business asks for nothing beyond the download.

TCW Business holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator has 190 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator ships an update every 6 months, TCW Business every 5 months. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | TCW Business |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (190 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-mfa-and-2fa/id6612031858/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcw-business/id6755814678/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **190** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 4.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 5 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 52 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Level Clash Apps S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590871236) | [CG Computer Works, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829927783) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-mfa-and-2fa/id6612031858)

Securely store and generate two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts directly on your device. Features encrypted backups, cross-device sync, and quick access widgets. Supports thousands of services and offers offline code generation.

**Highlights:** Secure and private data storage, Encrypted backups to iCloud, Cross-device sync including Apple Watch, Home Screen widget for quick access, Offline code generation, Import accounts from other authenticators, Support for thousands of major services

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Plan | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| yearly subscription | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and simple to use
- 👍 Keep your codes near

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤥 Misleading app name (mimics Authy)
- 💸 Unexpected subscription charges
- ❌ App is not free as advertised
- 🚫 Forced payment pop-ups
- 🗑️ Erased connected apps after update

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open after payment
- Connected apps erased by update
- Lost access to important accounts due to app deletion
- App declines correct entries
- Funds inaccessible


### TCW Business

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tcw-business/id6755814678)

Manage your small business Wi-Fi network effortlessly. Create separate networks for staff and POS systems, and set up a branded customer Wi-Fi portal. Ideal for TCW Fiber business customers.

**Highlights:** Separate staff and POS networks, Branded customer Wi-Fi portal, Easy-to-use mobile interface, Network control for small businesses

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is TCW Business free?

TCW Business is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or TCW Business?

TCW Business is rated higher. Authenticator averages 3.5 out of 5 from 190 ratings, while TCW Business averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or TCW Business have ads?

Neither Authenticator nor TCW Business shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator or TCW Business?

Authenticator ships an update every 6 months, and TCW Business every 5 months. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on October 30, 2026 and TCW Business on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*