# Avo Pro vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is monetization model: Authenticator at free with in-app purchases against Avo Pro's subscription. Authenticator also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks). Avo Pro's advantage is ratings volume (268 vs 8). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Avo Pro sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Authenticator sells 3 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 — 4.6 for Avo Pro against 4.5 for Authenticator. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Avo Pro has 268 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Avo Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, Authenticator every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Avo Pro | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (268 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avo-pro-phone-security/id6738619340/reviews)** | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-keeper/id6743125741/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **268** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 97.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 2 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aifinity Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1747988830) | [Crossing Pub](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810187275) |

## What reviewers say

### Avo Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avo-pro-phone-security/id6738619340)

Secure your iPhone from viruses, malware, and online threats. This app offers a comprehensive security suite including antivirus scans, hacker protection, and VPN privacy for public Wi-Fi. It also includes phone cleaning and performance boosting features.

**Highlights:** Antivirus & Virus Remover, Malware Scan & Anti-Spyware, Hacker Protection, VPN Privacy, Phone Security & Cleaner, Web Protection

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Plan | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| AVO Pro Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| AVO Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔒 Good security and protection
- 🚀 Fast scans and performance
- 💡 Useful for checking suspicious links/messages
- ✅ Straightforward and gets to the point

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Some features are paid
- ❓ Confusion about VPN vs. Antivirus

**Requested features**

- More free features


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-keeper/id6743125741)

This app provides free two-factor and multi-factor authentication for your online accounts. It also offers a password manager with autofill, encrypted backups, and a built-in VPN for enhanced digital security.

**Highlights:** Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), Password Manager with Autofill, Encrypted Backups, Cross-Device Sync, Offline Access, Built-In VPN Protection

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Trial Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avo Pro free?

Avo Pro 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, Avo Pro or Authenticator?

Avo Pro is rated higher. Avo Pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 268 ratings, while Authenticator averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do Avo Pro or Authenticator have ads?

Neither Avo Pro nor Authenticator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Avo Pro or Authenticator?

Avo Pro ships an update every 6 weeks, and Authenticator every 4 days. Most recently, Avo Pro was updated on October 24, 2026 and Authenticator on October 25, 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.*