# IntelNote vs Authenticator*

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator* at 4.8 against IntelNote's 4.1. Authenticator* also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). IntelNote's advantage is ratings volume (72 vs 10). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. IntelNote sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 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.

Authenticator* holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: IntelNote has 72 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.

IntelNote ships an update every 6 weeks, Authenticator* fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | IntelNote | Authenticator* |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelnote-ai-note-taker/id6746552628/reviews) | **[4.8 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6748315527/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **72** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 45.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 195 MB | 73 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ZipoApps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671444635) | [Arctec](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571513981) |

## What reviewers say

### IntelNote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelnote-ai-note-taker/id6746552628)

This app transforms audio and video into text, offering AI-powered summaries, chat capabilities for file analysis, and tools for studying like quizzes and flashcards. It supports various input methods, including direct recording, file uploads, and public links, to streamline work and study tasks.

**Highlights:** AI-powered transcription, Audio/video file selection, Public link input, Text input and scanning, AI file summarization, AI chat for file analysis, Quiz and flashcard generation, Document translation

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| ai note taker | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Month | $12.99 | per month |
| Month | $14.99 | per month |
| note taking | $39.99 | per year |
| Year | $44.99 | per year |
| 10 hours | $5.99 | one-time |
| 25 hours | $12.99 | one-time |
| 40 hours | $19.99 | one-time |
| 60 hours | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient for podcast clips, research, and brainstorming
- 👍 Helps organize content into structured, searchable notes
- 👍 Useful for recording lectures and creating summaries, flashcards, and quizzes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 👎 Confusing design and lacking in promised functionality
- 👎 Poor note organization and basic editing features
- 🐛 Inaccurate voice recognition leading to errors
- 🔒 Aggressive data collection and spam emails

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on installation
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Improved stability and reliability
- Streamlined and user-friendly interface
- Enhanced note-taking and organization tools
- Accurate voice recognition and transcription


### 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 IntelNote free?

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

### Is Authenticator* free?

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

### Which has better reviews, IntelNote or Authenticator*?

Authenticator* is rated higher. IntelNote averages 4.1 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Authenticator* averages 4.8 from 10 ratings.

### Do IntelNote or Authenticator* have ads?

IntelNote shows ads; Authenticator* does not.

### Which is updated more often, IntelNote or Authenticator*?

IntelNote ships an update every 6 weeks, and Authenticator* fortnightly. Most recently, IntelNote was updated on September 4, 2026 and Authenticator* on September 18, 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.*