Authenticator* vs AI Note Taker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator*
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.
- 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
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Authenticator* is a secure 2FA & MFA code generator that stores TOTP passwords for all your online accounts. Scan QR codes in seconds, lock with Face ID or PIN, and sync + back up via iCloud for effortless recovery. Use Home Screen widgets and Apple Watch to view codes instantly—online or offline. Key Features Secure & Private Encryption: Your 2FA/MFA data is encrypted end‑to‑end; only you can access your codes. Face ID & PIN Lock: Protect the app with biometric authentication or a secure PIN. Unlimited Accounts: Add as many services as you need—no limits on stored TOTP codes. Fast QR Scanning: Add new accounts in a tap by scanning a QR code or entering data manually. iCloud Sync & Encrypted Backup: Seamlessly sync and restore your codes when you switch or lose your device. Apple Watch Support: View and copy 2FA codes from your wrist for ultra‑fast logins. Home Screen Widgets: Access codes without opening the app; authenticate faster from your Home Screen. Dark & Light Themes: Match the app to your system appearance or choose manually. Offline Mode: Generate TOTP codes without internet—perfect for airplane mode or poor connections. We support verification (but are not associated with) thousands of popular services, including Google, Facebook, Gmail, Microsoft, Amazon, PayPal, Instagram, Discord, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Epic Games, Roblox, Coinbase, Binance, Google Chrome, Dropbox, Slack, Zoom, Shopify — and many more. Advanced Security & Privacy End‑to‑End Encryption by Default: Your secrets are encrypted locally before they ever touch iCloud. We use industry‑standard cryptography (AES‑256) and store keys securely in your device Keychain. Zero‑Knowledge Architecture: We cannot read your codes or recovery backups—only you hold the keys. Offline‑First Design: Generate TOTP/MFA codes without any network. Your data never depends on our servers. Auto‑Lock & Clipboard Timeout: Set the app to lock after inactivity and auto‑clear copied codes to reduce exposure. Encrypted Export (Optional): Create a protected archive of your tokens for safe transfer to another device. Productivity & Organization One‑Tap Copy: Copy a code instantly; haptic feedback confirms the action. Code Preview & Auto‑Refresh: See remaining time and upcoming codes at a glance. Why Choose This Authenticator? Built for Apple users: iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Lightning‑fast setup and code retrieval. Privacy first: we never see or store your secrets. Support Questions, feature requests, or feedback? Contact us at: authenticator@arctec.app Terms & Privacy Terms of Service: https://authenticator.arctec.app/TermsOfService.html Privacy Policy: https://authenticator.arctec.app/PrivacyPolicy.html
AI Note Taker
Instantly convert spoken words into organized, searchable text. This intelligent audio companion transcribes meetings, lectures, and thoughts with high accuracy, offering summarization and easy sharing.
- Speech to text conversion
- Intelligent summarization
- Universal language support
- One-tap sharing
- Real-time processing
- Adaptive learning for voice
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AI Note Taker - Audio to Text: Your Intelligent Audio Companion Imagine never missing an important detail again. With AI Note Taker - Audio to Text, your spoken words instantly become organized, searchable text – ready whenever you need them. This isn't just another voice recorder; it's your personal productivity assistant that listens, understands, and transforms conversations into valuable knowledge. Three Simple Steps to Smarter Notes: 1. Speak Naturally – Record meetings, lectures, or quick thoughts with studio-quality audio capture. 2. Watch Magic Happen – Advanced AI converts speech to text with remarkable accuracy. 3. Work Smarter – Edit transcripts, generate summaries, or share instantly. Features That Set Us Apart Intelligent Summarization – Get the essence of hour-long meetings in digestible bullet points. Universal Language Support – From business English to casual conversations in multiple languages. One-Tap Sharing – Send perfect transcripts via email, messaging, or directly to cloud storage. Who Benefits Most? • Executives & Entrepreneurs – Never lose a brilliant idea or action item again • Researchers & Academics – Turn interviews and lectures into quotable text instantly • Healthcare Professionals – Maintain accurate patient notes without tedious typing • Content Creators – Transform brainstorming sessions into ready-to-use scripts The Technology Behind the Magic! Our proprietary speech recognition engine combines neural networks with contextual understanding to deliver: - 95%+ accuracy in ideal conditions - Real-time processing for most languages - Adaptive learning for your unique voice patterns In the time it takes to type one sentence, you could have an entire paragraph perfectly transcribed. About Your Subscription: • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account right after you confirm purchase. • Unless you turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before your current period ends, your subscription will continue automatically. • You’ll be charged for renewal 24 hours before your subscription expires—we’ll always show you the price first. • If you’re in a free trial, upgrading to a paid subscription will cancel any unused trial time. • Want to make changes? You can update or cancel auto-renewal anytime in your iTunes Account Settings. Terms and Conditions - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator* at 4.8 against AI Note Taker's 4.3. Authenticator* also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). AI Note Taker's advantage is ratings volume (58 vs 10). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Authenticator* sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and AI Note Taker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 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 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AI Note Taker has 58 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Authenticator* ships an update fortnightly, AI Note Taker every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and August 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator* | AI Note Taker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (10 ratings) — better | 4.3 (58 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 10 | 58 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 73 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arctec | Janis Berzins |
Customer experience
Authenticator*
AI Note Taker
In-app purchases
Authenticator*
- Weekly PRO$4.997 Days
- Weekly PRO3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Yearly PRO$29.991 Year
- Lifetime PRO Access$39.99
AI Note Taker
- AI Note Taker Weekly Sale3 Days trial$5.997 Days
- AI Note Taker Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- AI Note Taker Monthly$19.991 Month
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