Authenticator vs SafeAuth
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator
Consolidate your digital security with this comprehensive platform. It offers two-factor authentication codes, password management, an encrypted vault for sensitive files, and a private browser with autofill capabilities, all protected by end-to-end encryption and Face ID.
- 2FA Authentication (TOTP/HOTP)
- Password Manager
- Secure Vault for files
- Private Browser
- Auto Fill for codes and passwords
- Cloud Sync for backups
- Widgets for quick access
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This is not a basic two-factor authentication app. It is a full personal security platform — codes, passwords, an encrypted vault, a private browser and autofill — built for people who take account security seriously enough to want everything in one place and nothing left unprotected. Use two-factor authentication on your accounts but manage your codes, passwords and sensitive files across three or four different apps and want everything consolidated under a single layer of encryption and Face ID. Have lost access to accounts before because you changed phones and had no encrypted backup of your 2FA codes — and want Cloud Sync that keeps everything recoverable without compromising what is stored. Type passwords and copy 2FA codes manually every time you log in because your authenticator and your password manager do not talk to each other — and want Auto Fill that handles both in one step WHAT YOU GET INSIDE 2FA Authentication — secure TOTP and HOTP code generation for any account that supports two-factor authentication, codes refreshed every 30 seconds QR Scanner — instant account setup by pointing the camera at any 2FA QR code MFA and OTP Support — full multi-factor and one-time password compatibility across all standard authentication formats Backup Codes — stored recovery codes for every account so a fallback always exists when the primary device is unavailable Password Manager — encrypted credential storage for every login, organized and accessible without switching apps Secure Vault — end-to-end encrypted storage for sensitive files, recovery keys, private notes and anything that does not belong in a standard notes app Private Browser — built-in browser for sessions that should stay separate from your regular browsing history, with vault access directly inside it Auto Fill — automatic code and password entry across apps and websites so nothing needs to be copied or typed manually Cloud Sync — encrypted backup across all your devices so your full setup is recoverable on any new device from the moment you sign in Widgets — home screen and lock screen access to your most-used codes without opening the app Encryption — end-to-end protection applied across every feature, every stored item and every synced file SUBSCRIPTION & ACCESS Important: Subscription required; no free content. Payment upon subscription confirmation. -Subscription management in Account Settings. -Free trial shifts to paid subscription; unused portion forfeited upon upgrade. -Renewals unless disabled 24 hours before the current period ends. -Subscription: Premium Access - 7 days Premium Access Year - 1 year https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D__ycr3EDHVUEbXERJxifE4Sbyfgfl2IJtkC_6f6u7c/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lOqETe8b4Osox6y-0n5vfxrXWd_8yZA7kxd1_Cda1IQ/edit?usp=sharing
SafeAuth
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Secure your online accounts with Authenticator App, the all-in-one solution for two-factor authentication and password management. Generate time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), store your credentials in an encrypted vault, and autofill passwords across iOS — all protected by Face ID & Touch ID. TWO-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION Add an extra layer of security to your accounts. Scan a QR code or enter your secret key manually to start generating 2FA verification codes instantly. Works with Google, GitHub, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Discord, Binance, and thousands of other services. ENCRYPTED PASSWORD VAULT Store logins, emails, financial accounts, social media, crypto wallets, and more in a secure, organized vault. Link your saved passwords with TOTP accounts for a seamless login experience. AUTOFILL PASSWORDS Fill in your saved credentials directly from the keyboard in Safari and other apps. No more switching between apps to copy and paste passwords. PASSWORD GENERATOR Create strong, unique passwords with customizable length, uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters. Built-in strength meter shows you exactly how secure your password is. ADVANCED SECURITY Face ID, Touch ID & Optic ID protection SHA-1, SHA-256, and SHA-512 algorithm support Configurable code digits and time periods On-device encryption — your data never leaves your phone No account required, no cloud, no tracking ORGANIZED & SEARCHABLE Categorize vault items by type — Login, Social, Email, Finance, Crypto, Development, Shopping, Entertainment, Work, and more. Search across all your accounts and passwords instantly. BACKUP & RESTORE Export your vault with password protection and import it on another device. Your data stays in your control. LOCALIZED FOR YOU Available in 20 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Turkish, Russian, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Polish, Swedish, Hindi, and Ukrainian. AUTHENTICATOR PRO Unlock the full experience with Authenticator Pro: Unlimited 2FA accounts & vault items Biometric lock (Face ID / Touch ID) Password generator SHA-256 & SHA-512 algorithms Export & import backup AutoFill passwords Flexible plans to fit your needs: Weekly: $0.99/week Monthly: $2.99/month Annual: $19.99/year Lifetime: $39.99 one-time purchase Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://appfusionutilities.com/authenticator/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://appfusionutilities.com/authenticator/terms_of_use.html Download Authenticator App today and take full control of your digital security.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Authenticator at weekly against SafeAuth's every 4 months. SafeAuth's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Authenticator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and SafeAuth sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Authenticator ships an update weekly, SafeAuth every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator | SafeAuth |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BU Guard GmbH | Suna Ordulu |
In-app purchases
Authenticator
- Premium Access3 Days trial$9.997 Days
- Premium Access Year$44.991 Year
SafeAuth
- Weekly$0.997 Days
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- Annual$19.991 Year
- Lifetime$39.99









