Comparison

Patrol One vs Authenticator ۬

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

Head to head
About

Patrol One

Features
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# PatrolOne App Store Description PatrolOne helps individuals, families, and organizations protect their devices, privacy, and online activity with powerful security tools that are simple to use. PatrolOne scans your device for privacy risks, suspicious apps, excessive permissions, weak security settings, and unsafe network activity. It also includes a DNS Shield that can block trackers, malware, phishing websites, adult content, gambling, social media, and other unwanted categories before they load. ## For Individuals PatrolOne helps you: * Scan installed apps for privacy and security risks * Detect apps with excessive permissions or suspicious behavior * Block trackers, phishing, malware, and unwanted websites * Check suspicious links before opening them * Monitor real-time network activity and blocked domains * Receive daily reports and overnight activity summaries * View privacy trends and historical risk scores over time ## For Families PatrolOne Family Plans help parents protect children across multiple devices. Family features include: * Child Safety Mode with passcode protection * DNS Shield auto-reconnect to help prevent disabling protection * Family dashboards for monitoring device security status * Shared protection across multiple family members * Content filtering for adult sites, gambling, trackers, and other categories * Alerts for suspicious activity, risky apps, and unsafe links * Safer browsing and device protection for children and teens ## For Organizations and Enterprise PatrolOne Enterprise helps organizations protect employee devices and improve compliance. Enterprise features include: * Organization-wide privacy and security policies * Device enrollment and compliance monitoring * Required minimum privacy scores and scan frequency rules * DNS Shield enforcement and protection monitoring * Member management and device reporting * Secure onboarding with QR code enrollment * Compliance alerts for risky devices or disabled protections * Support for teams, businesses, schools, and managed devices ## Powerful Security Features PatrolOne includes: * DNS-over-HTTPS protection for safer browsing * Malware, phishing, scam, and tracker blocking * Threat intelligence for suspicious domains and malicious infrastructure * Scam link checker with local analysis and reputation checks * App privacy scoring and security findings * Daily notifications, reports, and risk alerts * Secure Sign in with Apple support * Subscription options for individuals, families, and organizations PatrolOne is designed to keep your data private. Your information stays on your device whenever possible, and PatrolOne does not use invasive advertising trackers or third-party analytics SDKs. Whether you are protecting yourself, your family, or your organization, PatrolOne gives you the tools to stay safer online. Term of use: https://patrolone.ca/terms.html

About

Authenticator ۬

Features
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Authenticator app gives you everything you need to generate secure 2FA codes, protect your online accounts, and manage passwords in one place. Includes essential tools for two-factor authentication, password storage, and secure sign-ins. Whether you’re protecting email, social media, work accounts, banking, shopping, or personal services — Authenticator helps keep your accounts secure and easy to access. Useful for: individuals, students, professionals, businesses, travelers, families, security-conscious users, and anyone who wants stronger account protection. You will find all the helpful tools: • TOTP & HOTP Authentication Codes • Fast QR Code Scanner • Import QR Codes from Photos • Manual Setup Key Entry • SHA-1, SHA-256 & SHA-512 Support • 6-Digit & 8-Digit Verification Codes • Password Vault • Password AutoFill in Apps & Websites • Safari Extension for Multi-Page Sign-Ins • Automatic Verification Code Filling • Face ID, Touch ID & Device Passcode Protection • Search, Favorites & Custom Folders • Home Screen & Lock Screen Widgets • Import & Export Tools • Dark Mode Two-Factor Authenticator: Scan a QR code or enter a setup key to generate secure verification codes for your online accounts. Compatible with services that support standard TOTP or HOTP authentication, including email providers, social networks, cloud services, developer tools, financial services, and more. Password Manager: Save usernames, passwords, and websites in your secure vault. Fill login details from the keyboard in Safari and other supported apps. Authenticator for Safari: Sign in to websites directly from Safari, including websites that ask for your username and password on separate pages. Saved credentials are matched to the correct website before filling. Security & Privacy: Protect your vault with Face ID, Touch ID, or your device passcode. Your authentication codes continue working offline, so you can access them without an internet connection. Stay organized with folders, favorites, search, and widgets that make your most-used authentication codes easy to find. Protect your accounts, manage your passwords, and sign in securely — all from one Authenticator app. Terms & Conditions: https://draunt.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://draunt.com/privacy

Screenshots

Patrol One4 screens
Authenticator ۬3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Authenticator ۬ at none against Patrol One's 4. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Patrol One sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Authenticator ۬ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Patrol One versus Authenticator ۬: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPatrol OneAuthenticator ۬
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyDaily—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB5 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer2805869 Alberta LTD.Draunt LLC

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Patrol One

Subscriptions4
  • PatrolOne Monthly$3.991 Month
  • PatrolOne Premium Family Monthly$9.991 Month
  • PatrolOne Annual$44.991 Year
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  • PatrolOne Family Annual$89.991 Year
None

Authenticator ۬

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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