# BLE Scanner vs Authenticator App

The clearest difference is rating: BLE Scanner at 4.6 against Authenticator App's 4.0. BLE Scanner also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Authenticator App's advantage is chart position (#165 vs unranked) and ratings volume (123 vs 22). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BLE Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Authenticator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BLE Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App has 123 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | BLE Scanner | Authenticator App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ble-scanner-bluetooth-finder/id6746646310/reviews)** | [4.0 (123 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6749863577/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **123** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#165** |
| Size | 15 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Roberto Luis Hernandez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817636862) | [Solid Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6779157605) |

## What reviewers say

### BLE Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ble-scanner-bluetooth-finder/id6746646310)

Discover and interact with nearby Bluetooth devices in real-time. Inspect services, read and write characteristic values, and log interactions for debugging and analysis. Automate core functions for integration into testing and development workflows.

**Highlights:** Real-time Bluetooth device scanning, Inspect device services and characteristics, Read and write characteristic values, Session-based characteristic value tracking, Log and export device data, Automation system support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Trial Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |


### Authenticator App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app-2fa-mfa/id6749863577)

**Currently charting:** #165 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Enhance your online security with time-sensitive codes for account access. This tool prevents unauthorized entry even if passwords are compromised. It's user-friendly, supports multiple accounts, and offers peace of mind for your sensitive information.

**Highlights:** Generates time-sensitive 2FA codes, Protects against unauthorized access, Supports multiple accounts, Easy setup via QR code or secret key, Available on Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac, Home Screen widget for quick access, Face ID protection for codes, iCloud synchronization for backup and restore

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BLE Scanner free?

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

### Is Authenticator App free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BLE Scanner or Authenticator App?

BLE Scanner is rated higher. BLE Scanner averages 4.6 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.0 from 123 ratings.

### Do BLE Scanner or Authenticator App have ads?

Neither BLE Scanner nor Authenticator App 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.*