Comparison

Authenticator vs Authenticator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Authenticator

This app provides two-factor authentication (2FA) to secure your online accounts. It allows for quick setup, organization, and backup of your verification codes and passwords across devices. Enhance your digital security with this essential tool.

Highlights
  • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
  • Quick account setup and organization
  • Backup and sync across devices
  • Add, save, and edit 2FA codes
  • Add, save, and edit passwords
Features
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Our app is a secure, two-factor authentication (2FA) tool designed to enhance the protection of your online accounts. Our product helps prevent unauthorized access by requiring second form of verification, which can only be retrieved from your device. Auto-renewable subscription purchase required to get access to the following features: -Strengthen your account security with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). - Quickly set up and organize all your accounts with ease. - Seamlessly back up and sync your accounts for easy access across devices. - Ability to add, save and edit 2FA codes. - Ability to add, save and edit passwords. Subscription Details: - Payment is processed through your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. - Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, with the renewal cost clearly indicated. - Users can manage their subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited upon subscription purchase, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eZ7FN2ra0gXOX5iAa_q9izvv3S5iyQKbORnXZL5PGb0/edit Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1K_tC4epcn4sBMxMRzKU9-0Z-4LO4XjeAAAY-8cZnXs4/edit

About

Authenticator

This app enhances account security by generating time-based, one-time passwords for two-factor authentication. It works offline and supports multiple accounts for emails, social media, and banking.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time password generation
  • Offline code generation
  • Supports multiple accounts
  • Unlimited code generation (subscription)
  • Multi-device sync (subscription)
  • Cloud backup (subscription)
Features
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Our app is a security tool that enhances account protection by generating time-based, one-time passwords (TOTPs) for two-factor authentication (2FA). It provides an additional layer of security beyond traditional passwords by requiring users to enter a unique code generated by the app when logging into their accounts. The app works offline, and codes typically refresh every 30 seconds, making them harder for hackers to intercept or predict. It supports multiple accounts and is commonly used for securing emails, social media, banking, and more. After purchasing an auto-renewable subscription, you will gain access to all features, such as: - Unlimited Code Generation: Create and manage an unlimited number of one-time authentication codes for all linked accounts. - Multi-device Sync: Sync authentication codes across multiple devices for easier access. - Cloud Backup: Securely back up 2FA data to the cloud, ensuring easy recovery in case of device loss. Subscription Details: - Payment is processed through your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. - Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, with the renewal cost clearly indicated. - Users can manage their subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in Account Settings after purchase. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited upon subscription purchase, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16Pt_6YpL2QFmWx21B_Rmn7Ssfm74ufq1eKbYjIuRqtQ/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/163Fh93Hmh6KaqXpk-t-dFH4kbLF-DFbuRdjqmr_CFYw/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 5.0 against Authenticator's 4.2. On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 6 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Authenticator versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorAuthenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better4.2 (6 ratings)
Number of ratings46 — better
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJay ClauerToni Pessey

Customer experience

Authenticator

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Authenticator

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral16.7%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • authenticatorWeeklyTrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • authenticatorMonth$19.991 Month
  • authenticatorYear$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • authenticatorLifetime$49.99
4 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • authenticatorWeekTrial3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • authenticatorMonth$19.991 Month
  • authenticatorYear$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • authenticatorLifeTime$49.99

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator 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, Authenticator or Authenticator?
Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 5.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.2 from 6 ratings.
Do Authenticator or Authenticator have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor Authenticator shows ads.

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