# Authenticator vs Screen Mirroring & Smart View.

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 4.5 against Screen Mirroring & Smart View.'s 4.2. Screen Mirroring & Smart View.'s advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Screen Mirroring & Smart View. sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 18 respectively.

Authenticator ships an update every 4 days, Screen Mirroring & Smart View. daily. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | Screen Mirroring & Smart View. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-keeper/id6743125741/reviews)** | [4.2 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-mirroring-and-smart-view/id6743995640/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **18** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 11 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Crossing Pub](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810187275) | [Ecem TURNUZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805450762) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Screen Mirroring & Smart View.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-mirroring-and-smart-view/id6743995640)

Easily cast your phone's screen, photos, videos, and online content to a larger display. Ideal for presentations, entertainment, and sharing, it offers broad compatibility with popular smart TVs and streaming devices. An optional PRO version unlocks advanced features like IPTV and live camera streaming.

**Highlights:** Instant screen casting, Zero lag for photos and videos, Work and presentation mode, Broad smart TV compatibility, Fast and easy setup, Built-in IPTV player (PRO), Live camera streaming (PRO)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is Screen Mirroring & Smart View. free?

Screen Mirroring & Smart View. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Screen Mirroring & Smart View.?

Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Screen Mirroring & Smart View. averages 4.2 from 18 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or Screen Mirroring & Smart View. have ads?

Neither Authenticator nor Screen Mirroring & Smart View. shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Screen Mirroring & Smart View.?

Authenticator ships an update every 4 days, and Screen Mirroring & Smart View. daily. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on October 17, 2026 and Screen Mirroring & Smart View. on October 7, 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.*