# Encryptor vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is monetization model: Authenticator at free with in-app purchases against Encryptor's subscription. Authenticator also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). Encryptor's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Encryptor sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 25 respectively.

Encryptor ships an update fortnightly, Authenticator weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Encryptor | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/encryptor-secure-your-files/id6686405231/reviews) | **[4.5 (25 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-auth/id6749149708/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 25 |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 16 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samira Sadeghi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1808607496) | [Timon Scherzinger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895022963) |

## What reviewers say

### Encryptor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/encryptor-secure-your-files/id6686405231)

Secure your sensitive files, photos, and texts with robust AES encryption and decryption. Easily password-protect your data, share files with confidence, and maintain your privacy. This app offers a user-friendly and efficient way to keep your information safe.

**Highlights:** File and photo encryption, Password protection, File decryption, Secure file sharing, User-friendly interface

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Encryptor Plus Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Encryptor Plus Monthly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Encryptor Plus Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Encryptor Plus Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Encryptor Plus Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-auth/id6749149708)

Securely manage your two-factor authentication tokens and passwords in one place. This app offers offline code generation and a private in-app browser. Free users can manage existing codes and passwords, while premium subscribers gain unlimited creation and secure browsing.

**Highlights:** Organize 2FA tokens and passwords, Offline code generation, Built-in secure browser, Manage existing codes and passwords (free), Unlimited code/password creation (premium), Face ID access

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Encryptor free?

Encryptor 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, Encryptor or Authenticator?

Authenticator is rated higher. Encryptor averages 4.0 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.5 from 25 ratings.

### Do Encryptor or Authenticator have ads?

Authenticator shows ads; Encryptor does not.

### Which is updated more often, Encryptor or Authenticator?

Encryptor ships an update fortnightly, and Authenticator weekly. Most recently, Encryptor was updated on September 8, 2026 and Authenticator on September 5, 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.*