Comparison

App Authenicator vs Authenticator © App 2FA

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

Head to head
About

App Authenicator

Features
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Max Authenticator is the most secure and fully offline authenticator for your mobile device. Protect your online accounts with fast, reliable 2-factor authentication (2FA) codes generated directly on your device. Max Authenticator is built with privacy at its core — your data never leaves your phone. WHY MAX AUTHENTICATOR • 100% Offline Security All verification codes are generated locally. No internet connection required. • Maximum Privacy No accounts. No cloud sync. No tracking. Your secrets stay on your device. • Fast Code Generation Instant time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) compatible with major platforms and services. • Universal Compatibility Works with Google, Facebook, Instagram, Microsoft, Amazon, Binance, and thousands of services that support 2FA. • Easy Setup Scan QR codes or manually enter setup keys in seconds. • Extra Protection Supports Face ID, Touch ID, and device passcode for additional security. • Lightweight and Reliable Clean, distraction-free design with strong performance. Whether you are protecting personal accounts, crypto wallets, or business logins, Max Authenticator delivers powerful security without compromising privacy. Download Max Authenticator today and take full control of your digital security. Learn more: https://maxauth.lovable.app Privacy: https://maxauth.lovable.app/privacy Terms: https://maxauth.lovable.app/terms

About

Authenticator © App 2FA

Features
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Authenticator is a secure 2FA Authenticator, Password Manager, and Secure Vault that protects your online accounts and sensitive information. Generate TOTP and OTP verification codes, securely manage passwords, recovery codes, secret keys, API keys, wallet seed phrases, and secure notes—all in one private app. Easily switch from Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or another authenticator app by importing supported accounts and continuing to protect your accounts with industry-standard two-factor authentication. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) • Generate secure TOTP and OTP verification codes • Scan QR codes to add accounts instantly • Add accounts manually • Import supported authenticator export files • Copy verification codes with one tap • Works with thousands of services supporting two-factor authentication Password Manager & Secure Vault • Generate strong, unique passwords • Securely store passwords and recovery codes • Save secret keys, API keys, wallet seed phrases, and secure notes • Organize everything into folders • Quickly search your saved accounts and records Password Health • Check passwords against known data breaches • Find weak, reused, and compromised passwords • Improve your overall password security Privacy & Security • Protect your vault with Face ID, Touch ID, or a passcode • Automatically lock the app after inactivity • Choose Light Mode, Dark Mode, or System Appearance • Securely store your data using the iOS Keychain Your passwords, authentication codes, recovery codes, secret keys, API keys, wallet seed phrases, and secure notes remain securely stored on your device. Password Health uses a privacy-preserving process that never sends your original passwords to the breach-checking service. Protect your digital life with secure 2FA authentication, password management, Password Health, and a private encrypted vault—all in one powerful Authenticator app. Subscription Unlock all premium features with an auto-renewing subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://manimaustudios.com/authenticator/privacypolicy.html Terms of Service: https://manimaustudios.com/authenticator/termsofservice.html

Screenshots

App Authenicator4 screens
Authenticator © App 2FA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Authenticator © App 2FA at none against App Authenicator's 4. App Authenicator's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads and device support 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. App Authenicator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Authenticator © App 2FA asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
App Authenicator versus Authenticator © App 2FA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp AuthenicatorAuthenticator © App 2FA
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOliver MartinezManimau Studios Pte Ltd

In-app purchases

4 purchases

App Authenicator

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pro$6.997 Days
  • Monthly Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Annual Pro3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$49.99
None

Authenticator © App 2FA

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is App Authenicator free?
App Authenicator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator © App 2FA free?
Authenticator © App 2FA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do App Authenicator or Authenticator © App 2FA have ads?
Neither App Authenicator nor Authenticator © App 2FA shows ads.

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