# Authenticator vs Plant and Coin Identifier Scan

The clearest difference is monetization model: Plant and Coin Identifier Scan at free with in-app purchases against Authenticator's subscription. Plant and Coin Identifier Scan also leads on ratings volume (54 vs 6). Authenticator's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (monthly vs every 5 months). On price, rating, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Plant and Coin Identifier Scan sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.8 for Authenticator against 3.9 for Plant and Coin Identifier Scan. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plant and Coin Identifier Scan has 54 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator ships an update monthly, Plant and Coin Identifier Scan every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | Plant and Coin Identifier Scan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-two-factor-app/id6683305035/reviews) | **[3.9 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plant-and-coin-identifier-scan/id6739360181/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **54** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 17 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mats Vink](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747327646) | [Louis Fox](https://appshunter.io/developer/1785004237) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-two-factor-app/id6683305035)

This app generates time-based one-time passwords (OTP) to enhance the security of your online accounts. It offers quick setup via QR code scanning and works offline once configured. Data is encrypted and can be backed up to iCloud for seamless device synchronization.

**Highlights:** Quick setup with QR code scanning, Regularly updated OTPs, Offline functionality, iCloud backup and encryption, Cross-device synchronization, Universal compatibility with authentication practices

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $49.99 | per year |


### Plant and Coin Identifier Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plant-and-coin-identifier-scan/id6739360181)

Effortlessly identify plants and coins with a single scan. Access detailed information, build a personal collection, and discover the origins and values of your finds. Switch between modes seamlessly for a comprehensive exploration experience.

**Highlights:** Quick mode switch between plant and coin identification, Instant identification of plants and coins, Access detailed information for each item, Build and personalize a collection of identified items, Discover coin values and origins, Learn plant names, benefits, and care details

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| coinPlantWeekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Mobile Scanner Identify Plants | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| coinPlantMonthly | $14.99 | per month |
| coinPlantMonthlyTrial | $15.99 | per month |
| coinPlantAnnual | $83.99 | per year |
| coinPlantAnnualTrial | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is Plant and Coin Identifier Scan free?

Plant and Coin Identifier Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Plant and Coin Identifier Scan?

Plant and Coin Identifier Scan is rated higher. Authenticator averages 3.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Plant and Coin Identifier Scan averages 3.9 from 54 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or Plant and Coin Identifier Scan have ads?

Plant and Coin Identifier Scan shows ads; Authenticator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Plant and Coin Identifier Scan?

Authenticator ships an update monthly, and Plant and Coin Identifier Scan every 5 months. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on October 24, 2026 and Plant and Coin Identifier Scan on October 21, 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.*