# Authenticator vs 2FA Codes & Password Manager

The clearest difference is rating: 2FA Codes & Password Manager at 5.0 against Authenticator's 4.2. Authenticator's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and 2FA Codes & Password Manager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

2FA Codes & Password Manager holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | 2FA Codes & Password Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-otp-security/id6736878953/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-codes-and-password-manager/id6814212690/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Daily | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 34 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Toni Pessey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775740925) | [Artsiom Khaliliayeu](https://appshunter.io/developer/6807915801) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-otp-security/id6736878953)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| authenticatorWeekTrial | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| authenticatorMonth | $19.99 | per month |
| authenticatorYear | $49.99 | per year |
| authenticatorLifeTime | $49.99 | one-time |


### 2FA Codes & Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-codes-and-password-manager/id6814212690)

Securely store and access your two-factor authentication codes and passwords offline. Generate strong passwords and protect your sensitive data with biometric locks. Upgrade for advanced security features and unlimited storage.

**Highlights:** Offline 2FA code generation, Password storage and search, Strong password generator, Biometric app lock (Face ID/Touch ID), Privacy Mode for app switcher, Password strength checking (Premium)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| premium | $9.99 | per month |
| premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is 2FA Codes & Password Manager free?

2FA Codes & Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or 2FA Codes & Password Manager?

2FA Codes & Password Manager is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while 2FA Codes & Password Manager averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or 2FA Codes & Password Manager have ads?

Neither Authenticator nor 2FA Codes & Password Manager shows ads.

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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.*