# 2FA vs Authenticator

The clearest difference is ads: Authenticator at none against 2FA's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 2FA sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 3 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 | 2FA | Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Size | 12 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SASU DYDY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810084415) | [NODEBIN COMPANY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703431173) |

## What reviewers say

### 2FA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-protect-your-data/id6744162059)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |


### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-2fa-and-mfa/id6805722893)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 2FA free?

2FA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Do 2FA or Authenticator have ads?

2FA shows ads; Authenticator does not.

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