# Authenticator ℠ App vs 2FA Authenticator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 2FA Authenticator at 100% against Authenticator ℠ App's 19%. 2FA Authenticator also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). Authenticator ℠ App's advantage is ratings volume (5.4K vs 59) and chart position (#9 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator ℠ App sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and 2FA Authenticator sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

2FA Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator ℠ App has 5.4K ratings behind it against 59, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 19% of Authenticator ℠ App's written reviews are positive against 100% of 2FA Authenticator's.

Authenticator ℠ App ships an update every 2 weeks, 2FA Authenticator every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator ℠ App | 2FA Authenticator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-app/id6754900760/reviews) | **[4.6 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-authenticator-auth-app/id6756309442/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.4K** | 59 |
| Positive reviews | 18.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#9** | — |
| Size | 152 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BEGAMOB GLOBAL LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581766117) | [Alina Kubiak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1859995012) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator ℠ App

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

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Grossing · Utilities, #23 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 |


### 2FA Authenticator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/2fa-authenticator-auth-app/id6756309442)

Secure your online accounts with this fast and reliable two-factor authentication app. Easily add accounts via QR code or manual setup to protect your logins from unauthorized access. Offers sync and backup options for added safety.

**Highlights:** Generate one-time 2FA verification codes, Secure account addition via QR code or manual setup, Support for email, social networks, banking, and cloud services, Sync and backup options, Intuitive and fast interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2FA Authenticator | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 2FA Authenticator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 2FA Authenticator | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 2FA Authenticator | $9.99 | per year |
| 2FA Authenticator | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 2FA Authenticator | $19.99 | per year |
| 2FA Authenticator | $39.99 | per year |
| 2FA Authenticator | $59.99 | per year |
| 2FA Authenticator | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator ℠ App free?

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

### Is 2FA Authenticator free?

2FA Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator ℠ App or 2FA Authenticator?

2FA Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator ℠ App averages 4.3 out of 5 from 5.4K ratings, while 2FA Authenticator averages 4.6 from 59 ratings.

### Do Authenticator ℠ App or 2FA Authenticator have ads?

Authenticator ℠ App shows ads; 2FA Authenticator does not.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator ℠ App or 2FA Authenticator?

Authenticator ℠ App ships an update every 2 weeks, and 2FA Authenticator every 4 days. Most recently, Authenticator ℠ App was updated on September 26, 2026 and 2FA Authenticator on September 11, 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.*