# Authenticator vs Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 4.5 against Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder's 1.5. Authenticator also leads on ratings volume (26 vs 2) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator has 26 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator ships an update weekly, Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator | Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-auth/id6749149708/reviews)** | [1.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-ble-tracker-and-finder/id6753794753/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **26** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Timon Scherzinger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895022963) | [Mia Fleming](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764288538) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-secure-2fa-auth/id6749149708)

Securely manage your two-factor authentication tokens and passwords in one place. This app offers offline code generation and a private in-app browser. Free users can manage existing codes and passwords, while premium subscribers gain unlimited creation and secure browsing.

**Highlights:** Organize 2FA tokens and passwords, Offline code generation, Built-in secure browser, Manage existing codes and passwords (free), Unlimited code/password creation (premium), Face ID access

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluetooth-ble-tracker-and-finder/id6753794753)

Quickly locate lost Bluetooth devices like headphones, fitness trackers, and smartwatches. This app scans for nearby BLE signals and uses a signal strength meter to guide you to your misplaced gadgets. Its simple interface makes finding lost items efficient and frustration-free.

**Highlights:** Real-time Bluetooth device scanning, Signal strength meter, Supports most BLE devices, Distance estimates, Easy-to-use interface

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator free?

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

### Is Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder free?

Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder?

Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.5 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder averages 1.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do Authenticator or Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder have ads?

Authenticator shows ads; Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder?

Authenticator ships an update weekly, and Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder every 3 days. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on October 24, 2026 and Bluetooth BLE Tracker & Finder on October 24, 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.*