# Authenticator for Amazon vs Thread Stash

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Thread Stash at 50% against Authenticator for Amazon's 0%. Thread Stash also leads on rating (3.3 vs 2.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). Authenticator for Amazon's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support 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. Thread Stash asks for nothing beyond the download.

Thread Stash holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Authenticator for Amazon's written reviews are positive against 50% of Thread Stash's.

Authenticator for Amazon ships an update every 2 weeks, Thread Stash monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator for Amazon | Thread Stash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-for-amazon/id6753742529/reviews) | **[3.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-stash/id6766696466/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 108 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Grand Energy LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1844804348) | [VICTORIA VASEY JOY-WARREN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896316337) |

## 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 |


### Thread Stash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thread-stash/id6766696466)

Manage your sewing thread collection effortlessly. Scan labels to add threads to your inventory and automatically create shopping lists for your projects.

**Highlights:** Scan thread labels for automatic entry, Manage thread inventory, Generate project shopping lists, Track project thread requirements

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator for Amazon free?

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

### Is Thread Stash free?

Thread Stash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator for Amazon or Thread Stash?

Thread Stash is rated higher. Authenticator for Amazon averages 2.3 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Thread Stash averages 3.3 from 6 ratings.

### Do Authenticator for Amazon or Thread Stash have ads?

Neither Authenticator for Amazon nor Thread Stash shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator for Amazon or Thread Stash?

Authenticator for Amazon ships an update every 2 weeks, and Thread Stash monthly. Most recently, Authenticator for Amazon was updated on November 5, 2026 and Thread Stash on October 31, 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.*