Comparison

Authenticator App vs DictaNote

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator App

Enhance your account security with this app, offering robust two-factor and multi-factor authentication. It generates secure verification codes for over 1000 popular services and backs them up safely via iCloud. Protect your sensitive data with an extra layer of defense.

Highlights
  • Two-factor and Multi-Factor Authentication
  • Secure code generation for 1000+ apps
  • iCloud backup for verification codes
  • Face ID and Touch ID protection
  • Supports popular platforms like Google, Facebook, Amazon
Features
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Authenticator App : Scan & 2FA is your #1 security enhancement app! Authenticator App : Scan & 2FA is crafted to improve your accounts' security by combining effective & convenient account management with strong verification methods. This is the ultimate two-factor authentication (2FA) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) solution for iOS. Safeguard your accounts with additional protection, ensuring only authorized access to your sensitive data. Moreover, its iCloud storage and synchronization features guarantee that your verification codes are safely backed up and readily available, minimizing the risk of loss. Key Features: - Support Two-factor authentication (2FA) & Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Secure your accounts by generating a two-step verification code during the login process. This dual authentication method adds an extra layer of protection, ensuring that only authorized ones can access the accounts. Requiring a second code significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access. - Secure 1000+ popular apps_on all platforms The Authenticator App : Scan & 2FA app offers extensive compatibility with various services and applications. Whether you're securing bank accounts, social media profiles, or email accounts, Authenticator App : Scan & 2FA delivers robust protection. Generating unique verification codes ensures that only you can access your accounts, significantly reducing the risks associated with password breaches. The Authenticator App : Scan & 2FA app supports popular platforms such as Facebook, Coinbase, Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Instagram, LinkedIn, GitHub, Dropbox, and thousands of other providers. - Code Generator Generate Time-Based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) effortlessly, enabling secure and hassle-free logins. - Secure iCloud Backup for Verification Codes Authenticator App : Scan & 2FA provides a reliable iCloud storage solution that safely encrypts and backs up your verification codes. This ensures your codes are protected against loss or theft while remaining easily accessible whenever needed. You can trust that your sensitive data is secure and readily available. -Enhanced Security with Face ID and Touch ID Strengthen your protection by enabling Face ID, Touch ID, or a robust password. Effortlessly prevent unauthorized access to your accounts. More about our terms and conditions here: Privacy Policy: https://authenticatorapp.ltd/2fa-app/privacy-policy.htm Terms of Service: https://authenticatorapp.ltd/2fa-app/terms-of-use.htm

About

DictaNote

Features
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DictaNote turns your voice into clear, editable notes across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Tap once to record, tap again to transcribe, and your note is saved automatically. Then edit, export, or delete anytime. Features: • One-tap recording and speech-to-text transcription • Clean note editor for title and transcript • Search across note titles and content • Export notes as .txt files using Share • Delete any note, including example notes • Helpful example notes on first launch • One-time purchase, everything included • No ads and no recurring subscription Great for meeting notes, quick ideas, reminders, daily logs, and voice memos you actually want to reuse. Permissions: • Microphone: record your voice • Speech Recognition: convert voice to text

Screenshots

Authenticator App4 screens
DictaNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Authenticator App at Free against DictaNote's $0.99. Authenticator App also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). DictaNote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown). On device support 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

Authenticator App is free to download; DictaNote costs $0.99 up front. Authenticator App sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. DictaNote asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App ships an update every 10 days, DictaNote monthly. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Authenticator App versus DictaNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator AppDictaNote
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating5.0 (28 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings28 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size214 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperXSOFT GLOBAL LIMITEDJamie Ward

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions8
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$6.997 Days
  • Weekly Pro7 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
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  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium$9.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$19.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Yearly Pro3 variants$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
None

DictaNote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DictaNote free?
DictaNote costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Authenticator App or DictaNote have ads?
Authenticator App shows ads; DictaNote does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App or DictaNote?
Authenticator App ships an update every 10 days, and DictaNote monthly. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on October 25, 2026 and DictaNote on October 25, 2026.

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