# Authenticator for Amazon vs Authenticator ℠ App

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator ℠ App at 4.3 against Authenticator for Amazon's 2.0. Authenticator ℠ App also leads on ratings volume (5.4K vs 9) and review sentiment (19% vs 0%). Authenticator for Amazon's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator for Amazon sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Authenticator ℠ App sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Authenticator ℠ App holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator ℠ App has 5.4K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Authenticator for Amazon's written reviews are positive against 19% of Authenticator ℠ App's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator for Amazon | Authenticator ℠ App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-for-amazon/id6753742529/reviews) | **[4.3 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6754900760/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **5.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **18.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#10** |
| Size | 81 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Grand Energy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1844804348) | [BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581766117) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator for Amazon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-for-amazon/id6753742529)

Secure your online accounts with reliable two-factor authentication. This app generates time-based verification codes for safer sign-ins and stronger account protection across various platforms. Setup is quick via QR code scanning or manual entry, with encrypted local storage for privacy.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication (2FA), Time-based verification codes, QR code scanner, Encrypted local storage, Backup and recovery, User-friendly interface

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly-Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### Authenticator ℠ App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6754900760)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Utilities, #19 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

Secure your online accounts with standards-based two-factor authentication. This app generates time-based one-time passwords directly on your device, offering a reliable second step for sign-ins without relying on SMS codes. Protect personal and work accounts across various platforms.

**Highlights:** Secure TOTP verification codes, Fast and easy account setup, Full control over 2FA accounts, App lock with Face ID, Touch ID, or PIN, Built-in password storage, Private in-app browser

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium – Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Unlimited Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Full Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Pro – Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $8.90 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Weekly Premium | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator - Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator - Pro Weekly | $14.90 | per 7 days |
| Authenticator Premium Year | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator for Amazon free?

Authenticator for Amazon 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 for Amazon or Authenticator ℠ App?

Authenticator ℠ App is rated higher. Authenticator for Amazon averages 2.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Authenticator ℠ App averages 4.3 from 5.4K ratings.

### Do Authenticator for Amazon or Authenticator ℠ App have ads?

Authenticator ℠ App shows ads; Authenticator for Amazon does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator for Amazon or Authenticator ℠ App?

Authenticator for Amazon ships an update every 2 weeks, and Authenticator ℠ App every 2 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator for Amazon was updated on October 2, 2026 and Authenticator ℠ App on October 12, 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.*