Comparison

Authenticator vs Script Smith

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator

This app secures your online accounts with 2FA codes, a password manager, and a secure browser. It offers iCloud sync, Apple Watch support, and Face ID protection for comprehensive account security.

Highlights
  • 2FA authentication with TOTP
  • Password vault with local encryption
  • Strong password generator
  • Built-in secure browser
  • iCloud sync and cloud recovery
  • Apple Watch support
  • Face ID/password protection
Features
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Authenticator Pro is your all-in-one account security app — two-factor authentication (2FA), a password vault, a password generator, and a private secure browser, all in one place. Whether you're protecting your personal logins, running stores on Amazon and Shopify, or managing dozens of developer and company accounts, Authenticator Pro makes account security simple, reliable, and effortless. CORE FEATURES • Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) — your first line of defense Built on the TOTP standard, Authenticator Pro works with every major service: Google, GitHub, Amazon, Shopify, Microsoft, Dropbox, X (Twitter), Discord, PayPal, Stripe, and any platform that supports two-factor or multi-factor authentication (MFA). Just scan the QR code and you're set up in under 30 seconds. Your one-time codes (OTP) refresh every 30 seconds, so even if your password leaks, no one can sign in without the code. • Password Vault — stop using one password everywhere 80 accounts, 80 different passwords — impossible to remember, and you don't have to. Every username and password is encrypted and stored locally on your device, ready to copy with a single tap. No more digging through notes, sticky notes, or chat history — and no more endless "forgot password" resets. • Password Generator — strong passwords in seconds Create high-strength passwords with custom length (5–64 characters) and any mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols. The result would take trillions of years to brute-force. Signing up for something new, or forced to rotate a password? Generate, copy, done — in five seconds. • Built-in Secure Browser — your last line against phishing Phishing is one of the most common ways accounts get stolen, and fake login pages are nearly impossible to spot. The built-in secure browser runs in an isolated sandbox that blocks third-party ad tracking and cookie monitoring. Switch on private mode and all history and local data are wiped the moment you leave — no trace left behind. Smart autofill even recognizes login pages and fills in your saved credentials with one tap. • iCloud Sync & Cloud Restore — switch phones with zero stress Losing every code when you get a new phone is a nightmare too many people know. With iCloud sync on, your accounts are automatically encrypted and backed up to your private iCloud. Install the app on your new phone and restore everything in 30 seconds. • Apple Watch — codes on your wrist Phone not handy? Just raise your wrist and read your verification codes right on your Apple Watch. • Face ID / Passcode Lock With app lock enabled, Authenticator Pro asks for Face ID or your passcode every time it opens — so even if someone gets hold of your phone, your accounts stay safe. WHO IT'S FOR • Everyday users — protect your email, social, banking, and shopping accounts • E-commerce sellers — keep your Amazon, Shopify, and eBay store accounts safe, especially before peak season • Developers — manage GitHub, AWS, GitLab, and cloud accounts in one place • Crypto traders — secure your Binance, exchange, and wallet logins • Gamers — protect Steam, Riot, Epic, and other game accounts • Teams — centralize accounts and hand them off seamlessly with iCloud sync Account security isn't something to handle "after something goes wrong." Download Authenticator Pro today, set up in five minutes, and put every account in the vault. Downloading indicates agreement to Apple's Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Script Smith

This app helps you write and time short video scripts offline. It offers tools to structure your content, estimate runtime, and generate production reports. Plan your shoots effectively before recording.

Highlights
  • Offline scriptwriting
  • Runtime estimation engine
  • Beat-based script structure
  • Production readiness reports
  • Hook formulas and formats
  • Scrolling teleprompter
  • Shot list creation
Features
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Take Lab measures real delivery time between your taps as you read a script beat by beat, then saves a snapshot for comparison and revision. HOW IT WORKS 1. Write a script in Scripts, then choose it in Take Lab. 2. Start the take, read each beat and tap Next as you finish. Pause when needed; leaving the app pauses timing. 3. Finish, add a note and save the take. Reopen its original script snapshot, compare an earlier identical script and share the timing report. Beat-based writing, estimated runtime, production packs, hook and format libraries, shot planning and auto-paced rehearsal remain available in five main tabs. A saved take keeps its original text even after the script changes. WHAT TO KNOW Timing follows your taps and excludes pauses. No speech recognition, microphone or audio recording is used by Take Lab. Keep takes under two hours and individual beats under one hour. Up to 100 spoken beats and 200 saved takes. A changed script is not presented as an identical comparison. iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Authenticator4 screens
Script Smith3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Authenticator at Free against Script Smith's $3.99. Authenticator also leads on device support (4 vs 2). Script Smith's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads 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

Authenticator is free to download; Script Smith costs $3.99 up front. Authenticator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Script Smith asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Script Smith holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
Authenticator versus Script Smith: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticatorScript Smith
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.5 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB39 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developer志兵 袁Robert Corbin

Customer experience

Authenticator

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Script Smith

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Yearly$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$44.99
None

Script Smith

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Script Smith free?
Script Smith costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator or Script Smith?
Script Smith is rated higher. Authenticator averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Script Smith averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Authenticator or Script Smith have ads?
Neither Authenticator nor Script Smith shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator or Script Smith?
Authenticator ships an update weekly, and Script Smith weekly. Most recently, Authenticator was updated on October 2, 2026 and Script Smith on September 21, 2026.

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