Comparison

Authenticator vs AuthMatrix

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator

Features
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A password is one layer of protection. Two-factor authentication is a second. An encrypted vault for your most sensitive data is a third. Most security apps give you one of these. This one gives you all three — in a single place, locked behind Face ID, protected by end-to-end encryption and backed up to the cloud so you never lose access when you change your phone. This is built around three sections that work together to cover every part of your account security. SECTION 1 – AUTHENTICATOR Everything related to two-factor authentication and one-time passwords. Use this section when you want to secure any account that supports 2FA — social media, email, banking, crypto or any platform that offers it. TOTP code generation for any account that supports two-factor authentication — codes refresh automatically every 30 seconds, no internet connection required QR code scanner for fast account setup: point the camera at any 2FA QR code and the account is added in seconds Backup codes storage so you always have a fallback if your primary device is unavailable App Lock with Face ID keeps the authenticator inaccessible to anyone who is not you, even if your phone is unlocked SECTION 2 – PASSWORD MANAGER Focused on storing, organizing and protecting your login credentials. Use this section to replace scattered saved passwords, browser autofill and notes-app workarounds with a single encrypted manager. Store usernames, passwords and login URLs for every account in one encrypted location 2FA Encryption protects every entry so credentials are unreadable without your master authentication Generate strong passwords for new accounts directly inside the app Access your passwords across devices with Cloud Sync — everything stays current and encrypted in transit SECTION 3 – SECURE VAULT This is where you store what cannot be lost or exposed. Use this section for documents, recovery keys, private notes and any sensitive information that does not belong in a standard notes app or cloud folder. End-to-end encrypted storage for files, notes and credentials you want kept completely private App Lock with Face ID applies to the Vault separately, adding a second confirmation layer before anything inside is visible Cloud Sync keeps your Vault backed up and accessible across your devices without compromising the encryption All three sections share the same security foundation — 2FA encryption, Face ID protection and encrypted cloud backup — so every layer of your digital life is covered by the same standard of protection. SUBSCRIPTION & ACCESS Instant Unlock. Instant Unlock Year. Important: Subscription required; no free content. Payment upon subscription confirmation. This app offers an auto-renewable subscription that unlocks full access to all security features, including: Full TOTP Authenticator with QR Scanner, Backup Codes and App Lock Password Manager with 2FA Encryption, Cloud Sync and password generator Secure Vault with end-to-end encryption and Face ID protection You can start with a free trial period. After the trial ends, your subscription will begin and renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon subscription confirmation. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time in your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. For further information, please consult our privacy policy and terms of use: - Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nzSMtDKJ1ssp-kL_TFGJ9l6ckQ6HkIR6LU58O4yHdDo/edit?usp=sharing - Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iqtipBJ1U6RFB8TsDNoysFG8RFck5c7xczZ03u_3F80/edit?usp=sharing

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AuthMatrix

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AuthMatrix: OTP & Vault is not a one-tap scanner utility. It is a structured credential workspace designed around three connected layers of account protection: time-based verification, password storage, and security status review. The app helps users organize verification entries in a clearer, more operational way than a typical code list. Instead of behaving like a disposable scan tool, it presents authentication items as manageable account records with searchable access, visual identity, and direct setup status awareness. This makes the app closer to a lightweight security console than a generic QR utility. Core product structure includes: 1. Two-Factor Authentication Workspace Store and manage dynamic verification codes for supported accounts in a dedicated authentication area. Entries are presented as persistent account items rather than temporary scan results, helping users review and retrieve codes with less friction. The interface is optimized for quick recognition, direct access, and cleaner account separation. 2. Password Vault Layer The app also includes a password area for saving account credentials in one place. This gives users a unified structure for both login secrets and verification factors, reducing the need to switch between unrelated tools when maintaining account access. 3. Security Overview A built-in security section surfaces account protection status in a more diagnostic format. From the screenshots and current product design, this includes views such as weak password status, backup-related reminders, and accounts that have not yet enabled two-factor verification. This design helps users identify incomplete protection setups instead of only storing data passively. Designed for account management, not just code capture The product language and interface make it clear that the app is centered on authentication management and security organization. Search, categorized navigation, action-based entry points, and account-state prompts are built to support ongoing maintenance of digital credentials rather than a one-time scan-and-leave workflow. Focused interaction model The current design uses a tab-based structure to separate verification, password, and security tasks. This makes each function legible and purpose-driven: a verification area for active 2FA records a password area for saved credentials a security area for protection checks and setup reminders This separation is important because it changes the app from a “scanner” into a security workflow product. Cleaner security operations For users managing multiple services, the app provides a more systematic way to review what is protected, what is missing backup attention, and which accounts still need stronger setup. That functional framing is fundamentally different from a basic QR-reading experience. Whether users want a cleaner way to manage verification codes, keep passwords together, or review account security status from a single interface, AuthMatrix: OTP & Vault is designed as a compact account-security environment rather than a generic scanning app.

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
AuthMatrix3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AuthMatrix at none against Authenticator's 2. AuthMatrix also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). 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. Authenticator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. AuthMatrix asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Authenticator versus AuthMatrix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorAuthMatrix
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperN & W DESIGN LTDA靖 郭

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions2
  • Instant Unlock3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Instant Unlock Year$54.991 Year
None

AuthMatrix

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AuthMatrix free?
AuthMatrix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Authenticator or AuthMatrix have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor AuthMatrix shows ads.

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