Comparison

Authenticator vs PDF Editor

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Authenticator

This app provides two-factor authentication to secure your online accounts. It generates time-based one-time passwords for various services, offering features like cloud backup, biometric protection, and offline code generation. Protect your digital life with this reliable and user-friendly security solution.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Secure cloud backup and sync
  • Biometric and PIN protection
  • QR code scanner for setup
  • Offline code generation
  • Support for multiple accounts
Features
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Enhance your account security with this App. This powerful and easy-to-use tool provides two-factor authentication to help protect your online accounts from unauthorized access. Generate time-based one-time passwords for all your supported services, including Google, Facebook, Microsoft, Instagram, Amazon, and many more. Simply scan a QR code or enter your secret key to start securing your accounts instantly. Key Features: * Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) * Secure cloud backup and sync (optional) * Biometric and PIN protection * QR code scanner for fast setup * Offline functionality – codes generated without internet * Support for multiple accounts and services * User-friendly interface with customizable options Your privacy and security are our top priorities. Keep your accounts safe with a reliable and private two-factor authentication solution. Subscription Information: - Payment. Charges apply to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. - Auto-Renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal Charges. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the selected plan. - Manage Your Subscription. Go to your Account Settings after purchase to handle auto-renewal and other preferences. Privacy Policy:https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-07-14-56 Terms Of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-07-14

About

PDF Editor

Easily create, edit, and manage PDF files. Convert images to PDFs, merge or split documents, add annotations, and secure your files with passwords. Cloud support allows for convenient access and sharing anywhere.

Highlights
  • Create PDFs from images/text
  • Edit and annotate PDFs
  • Merge, split, and organize files
  • Add password protection
  • Cloud import/export
  • Scan documents
Features
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PDF Creature is a fast and easy tool for creating, editing, and managing PDF files. Convert images or text into PDFs, merge or split documents, add annotations, and protect your files with passwords. With cloud support and a simple interface, PDF Creature helps you handle PDFs anywhere, anytime. Key Features: -Create PDFs from images or text -Edit and annotate PDFs -Merge, split, and organize files -Add password protection -Import and share via cloud services Download PDF Creature and take control of your documents. Subscription Information: - Payment. Charges apply to your iTunes Account at purchase confirmation. - Auto-Renewal. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. - Renewal Charges. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, based on the selected plan. - Manage Your Subscription. Go to your Account Settings after purchase to handle auto-renewal and other preferences. Privacy Policy: https://telegra.ph/Privacy-Policy-08-27-92 Terms Of Use: https://telegra.ph/Terms-of-Use-08-27-5

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
PDF Editor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PDF Editor at every 9 days against Authenticator's every 5 months. PDF Editor also leads on ratings volume (441 vs 61). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Authenticator against 4.6 for PDF Editor. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PDF Editor has 441 ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator ships an update every 5 months, PDF Editor every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Authenticator versus PDF Editor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorPDF Editor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (61 ratings)4.6 (441 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings61441 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB127 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDEDUSHKA DEVELOPMENT - FZCOSOLVEIT sp. z o.o.

Customer experience

Authenticator

All ratings45 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral2.2%
Negative8.9%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

PDF Editor

All ratings441 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral2.0%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year
3 purchases

PDF Editor

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PDF Editor free?
PDF Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator or PDF Editor?
PDF Editor is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while PDF Editor averages 4.6 from 441 ratings.
Do Authenticator or PDF Editor have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor PDF Editor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator or PDF Editor?
Authenticator ships an update every 5 months, and PDF Editor every 9 days. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on September 18, 2026 and PDF Editor on September 24, 2026.

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