# Codes vs Authenticator*

The clearest difference is device support: Authenticator* at 3 against Codes's 1. Authenticator* also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Codes sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Authenticator* sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Codes | Authenticator* |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.8 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6748315527/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **10** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 42 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ihor Malovanyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/971761934) | [Arctec](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571513981) |

## What reviewers say

### Codes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codes-2fa-authenticator/id6742413602)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Week! | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Year! | $19.99 | per year |


### Authenticator*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6748315527)

This app generates secure two-factor authentication codes for your online accounts. It offers end-to-end encryption, biometric locking, and seamless iCloud backup. Access codes instantly via widgets or Apple Watch, even offline.

**Highlights:** Secure 2FA/MFA code generation, End-to-end encryption, Face ID & PIN lock, iCloud sync & backup, Apple Watch & Home Screen widgets, Offline code generation, Unlimited account support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly PRO | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly PRO | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly PRO | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime PRO Access | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codes free?

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

### Is Authenticator* free?

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

### Do Codes or Authenticator* have ads?

Neither Codes nor Authenticator* 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.*