Comparison

Authenticator App vs Noise

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Authenticator App

Features
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Authenticator App: SafeAuth is a fast, reliable, and secure Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) app that generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) to protect your online accounts. With support for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), secure backup, and multi-device sync, Authenticator App: SafeAuth helps keep your digital identity safe and your authentication codes always within reach. Set up your accounts in seconds by scanning QR codes or entering setup keys manually. Authenticator App: SafeAuth lets you manage multiple authentication accounts, securely store passwords and personal notes, and easily back up, restore, import, or export your data. Whether for personal or business use, it provides a simple, powerful, and secure authentication solution. Key Features β€’ Scan QR codes to add authentication accounts instantly. β€’ Add authentication codes manually when needed. β€’ Connect and manage multiple apps for authentication. β€’ Backup and restore your authentication data securely. β€’ Import and export accounts with ease. β€’ Supports multiple languages for global users. β€’ Sync across multiple devices. β€’ Manage multiple accounts and authentication codes in one place. β€’ Built-in 2FA setup and usage guide. β€’ Store website usernames and passwords securely. β€’ Add and manage personal notes safely. This app contains subscription Monthly pro at $1.99, Yearly pro at $9.99, and Lifetime pro at $19.99 to use ad-free versions of the premium app, which can cancel anytime. To learn about our privacy policy, please visit: https://muraliarvind.blogspot.com/2025/04/privacy-policy.html For our terms of use, please visit: https://muraliarvind.blogspot.com/2025/04/terms-of-service.html 2FA Secure Authenticator: Protect your accounts with secure, time-based two-factor authentication codes.

About

Noise

Features
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Tired of the roar from above? NoiseCheck puts a professional-grade decibel meter in your pocket. Whether it’s neighborhood traffic or low-flying aircraft, get instant, accurate measurements of the world around you. Precision Metering: Track peak levels and averages in real-time. Aircraft Detection: Specifically tuned to capture and log flyover noise incidents. Location Tagging: Every measurement is saved with GPS coordinates to build a map of noise pollution in your area. Export Data: Need proof? Export your logs to share with local authorities or community groups.

Screenshots

Authenticator App4 screens
Noise3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Noise at none against Authenticator App's 3. Noise also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 5 weeks). Authenticator App's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Authenticator App sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Noise asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App ships an update every 5 weeks, Noise daily. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences Β· 1 level
Authenticator App versus Noise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator AppNoise
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksDaily β€” better
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size26 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArvind MuraliLiji Mohan

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator App

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$19.99
None

Noise

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator App free?
Authenticator App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Noise free?
Noise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Authenticator App or Noise have ads?
Authenticator App shows ads; Noise does not.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App or Noise?
Authenticator App ships an update every 5 weeks, and Noise daily. Most recently, Authenticator App was updated on October 8, 2026 and Noise on October 15, 2026.

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