# Authenticator vs Ping2Serve

The clearest difference is rating: Ping2Serve at 4.9 against Authenticator's 4.3. Ping2Serve also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (40 vs 6). Authenticator's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Ping2Serve asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ping2Serve holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ping2Serve has 40 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator ships an update every 4 days, Ping2Serve every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | Ping2Serve |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-keeper/id6743125741/reviews) | **[4.9 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ping2serve/id6745028252/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **40** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 11 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hans Laustsen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818105515) | [Monsterlady](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809868936) |

## 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

**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 |


### Ping2Serve

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ping2serve/id6745028252)

Receive instant rental alerts from Housing2Serve directly to your device. This tool offers fast, private notifications with local storage and automatic cleanup of old alerts. It syncs your preferences for a seamless experience.

**Highlights:** Instant rental alerts, Local notification storage, Auto-cleanup of expired alerts, Syncs housing preferences, Expat and international student focused

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is Ping2Serve free?

Ping2Serve is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Ping2Serve?

Ping2Serve is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Ping2Serve averages 4.9 from 40 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or Ping2Serve have ads?

Neither Authenticator nor Ping2Serve shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Ping2Serve?

Authenticator ships an update every 4 days, and Ping2Serve every 8 days. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on September 16, 2026 and Ping2Serve on September 23, 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.*