Comparison

Authenticator vs Authenticator App

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

Authenticator App

This app generates secure one-time passwords for your online accounts, offering an extra layer of protection for email, social media, banking, and work platforms. It supports TOTP and HOTP standards, allows easy account setup via QR code or manual entry, and ensures your data stays private and encrypted on your device.

Highlights
  • TOTP & HOTP code generation
  • QR code scanning for setup
  • Secure on-device storage
  • Offline code generation
  • Optional password management
  • Privacy-focused design
Features
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Authenticator App - 2FA Totp generates TOTP and HOTP codes to keep your online accounts safe and accessible only to you. Whether it’s email, social media, banking, or work platforms, you can easily add your accounts and instantly generate secure one-time passwords for login. Why Authenticator? - TOTP & HOTP support – Compatible with the most widely used two-factor authentication standards. - Easy account setup – Add accounts via QR code scanning or manual entry. - Secure storage – Your codes and secrets stay safe on your device. - Password management – Optionally store and organize account credentials privately. - Offline access – Generate login codes anytime, even without internet connection. - Privacy first – No data leaves your phone; everything is encrypted and under your control. With Authenticator, your accounts get an extra layer of protection—without the hassle. Add unlimited 2FA codes and passwords with premium subscription available in app. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ljeclBfPprtXQVCDYhXvcg5x_dbJoGUw5ezM_hQLP7I/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e-0Tq04B2wZA02pNPzcp3V-48TDW9Zd7oNeDav-ScJk/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
Authenticator App4 screens

Verdict

The call

Authenticator and Authenticator App are too close to call on the numbers: across 8 compared parameters — price, rating, ratings volume and ads among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 Authenticator App sells 2 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 4.5 for Authenticator App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 61 and 24 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Authenticator versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (61 ratings) — better4.5 (24 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings61 — better24
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDEDUSHKA DEVELOPMENT - FZCODAMOI SRL

Customer experience

Authenticator

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

Authenticator App

All ratings24 ratings
Positive87.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative12.5%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator

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

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Week Authenticator Unlimited3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • 1 Year Authenticator Unlimited3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator 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, Authenticator or Authenticator App?
Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 61 ratings, while Authenticator App averages 4.5 from 24 ratings.
Do Authenticator or Authenticator App have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor Authenticator App shows ads.

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