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 simplifies online security by generating one-time passcodes for two-factor authentication. It supports both time-based and counter-based algorithms and offers easy setup via QR code scanning.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning for setup
  • TOTP and HOTP support
  • User-friendly interface
  • Streamlined security management
  • Enhanced online safety
Features
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Streamline your security management with AuthSnap: Authenticator. This app efficiently generates one-time passcodes for two-factor authentication (2FA) using the advanced time-based (TOTP) or counter-based (HOTP) algorithms, ensuring enhanced online safety. Its intuitive design allows for easy setup through QR code scanning. KEY FEATURES: 1. QR Code Scanning: Effortlessly set up your accounts by scanning QR codes. 2. Support for TOTP and HOTP: Generate secure one-time passcodes using either time-based or counter-based algorithms. 3. User-Friendly Interface: Navigate easily through a sleek interface designed to enhance user experience. SUBSCRIPTION PLANS: 1. Weekly subscription 2. Annual subscription Privacy Policy: https://authsnap.click/privacy Terms of Use: https://authsnap.click/terms

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

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Authenticator at 12.0 against Authenticator App's 16.6. On price, rating, ratings volume 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 $4.99 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 — 4.5 for Authenticator against 4.5 for Authenticator App. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 24 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Authenticator versus Authenticator App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorAuthenticator App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (11 ratings)4.5 (24 ratings)
Number of ratings1124 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTAMP Q SIADAMOI SRL

Customer experience

Authenticator

All ratings11 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative9.1%

Authenticator App

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

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Annual Premium$19.991 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 and Authenticator App are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 24 ratings respectively.
Do Authenticator or Authenticator App have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor Authenticator App shows ads.

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