Authenticator App vs VayGo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Authenticator App
This app generates secure one-time codes for two-factor authentication, working offline and protected by biometric security. It supports thousands of services and offers encrypted cloud backup for easy restoration on new devices.
- Generates TOTP & HOTP codes
- Works offline
- Biometric security (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Encrypted cloud backup
- QR code and manual key entry
- Customizable account list
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Authenticator App: 2FA, MFA generates secure one-time codes for any account — instantly, offline, and protected by your Face ID or Touch ID. Add any account manually in seconds and get a fresh 6-digit TOTP or HOTP code every 30 seconds. No SMS. No internet connection required. No third party ever sees your codes. WHAT THE APP DOES • Generates TOTP & HOTP codes (RFC 6238 / RFC 4226) for any service that supports two-factor authentication • Works with Google, Microsoft, Apple ID, Amazon, GitHub, Dropbox, Slack, Facebook, and thousands more • Add accounts via QR code or manual key entry • Stores all accounts in one organised list with custom names for easy navigation • Refreshes codes automatically every 30 seconds with a visible countdown timer • Locks the app behind Face ID or Touch ID so only you can access your codes • Runs fully offline — codes are generated on-device, never sent to a server BACKUP & RESTORE Encrypted backup saves all your accounts to the cloud. If you switch or lose your phone, restore every account to a new device in one tap. Backup is end-to-end encrypted — your keys never leave your device. SWITCHING FROM ANOTHER APP Add your existing accounts manually using the secret keys from each service. Takes a few minutes and keeps access to every account intact. PRIVACY AND SECURITY Authenticator: 2FA Auth, MFA complies with stringent privacy standards, ensuring that your data remains safe and confidential. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy at https://authgreen.com/privacy SUBSCRIPTION AND TERMS Authenticator App: 2FA, MFA is a subscription-based app with a free trial period. Subscribe for unlimited access with no commitment, and you can cancel anytime. Manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in iTunes' Account Settings after purchase. Read our Terms of Service at https://authgreen.com/termsofuse
VayGo
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VayGo es la forma más simple de organizar los gastos de un viaje en grupo. Crea un viaje, invita a tus amigos con un enlace y registra cada gasto en cuestión de segundos. VayGo hace las cuentas por ti: sabrás en todo momento quién ha pagado qué y quién debe dinero a quién, sin hojas de cálculo ni discusiones. CÓMO FUNCIONA • Crea un viaje y comparte el enlace de invitación con tu grupo • Añade cada gasto indicando quién pagó y entre quiénes se reparte • Consulta el balance del viaje en tiempo real • Recibe notificaciones cuando hay movimiento en tus viajes PENSADA PARA GRUPOS Viajes con amigos, escapadas familiares, pisos compartidos o cualquier plan donde varias personas compartan gastos. Con VayGo dejas de perseguir a nadie para saber quién le debe qué a quién: la app lo calcula todo por ti, al instante. Términos de uso (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: VayGo at daily against Authenticator App's every 2 months. 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 App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and VayGo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Authenticator App ships an update every 2 months, VayGo daily. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Authenticator App | VayGo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Essa Studio | Francisco Agustin Navarro Galdon |
In-app purchases
Authenticator App
- Auth Premium Weekly3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Auth Premium Annually$49.991 Year
VayGo
- Premium$2.99
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