Comparison

Authenticator App‏ vs Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator App‏

Enhance your online security with a private TOTP authenticator app. Generate secure 2FA/MFA codes offline, protect your credentials with Face ID or Touch ID, and manage passwords alongside your codes in one intuitive tool.

Highlights
  • Generate secure 2FA/MFA codes offline
  • Lock app with Face ID or Touch ID
  • Store passwords and MFA codes together
  • Home screen widgets for quick code access
  • Instant code search by service name
  • Automatic backup via Apple Keychain
  • Built-in guide for MFA setup
Features
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Protect your accounts with a private TOTP authenticator app for iPhone. Generate secure 2FA/MFA codes offline, lock the app with Face ID or Touch ID, and keep your credentials safe—all in one intuitive tool. Meet your new authentication app that gives every account a second layer of security. Your password is only half the lock. Authenticator is the other half: it generates a one-time code that expires in seconds and can’t be reused. From email to banking, that’s how you prove it’s really you. With Authenticator App, you can: • Keep hackers away—a stolen password alone won’t unlock your accounts. • Sign in stress-free—your codes are ready whenever you need them. • Stay organized—codes and passwords are kept safe in one place. Everything you need, built in: GENERATE SECURE 2FA CODES Create OTP codes—based on the RFC 6238 open standard—for any service that uses multi-factor authentication. Codes refresh every 30 seconds and warn you before they expire, making sure you can always authenticate with a valid one. ADD ACCOUNTS QUICKLY Set up accounts by scanning a QR code or entering a secret key manually. You can also save backup codes, keeping your accounts accessible even if your phone is lost or stolen. STORE YOUR PASSWORDS SAFELY Unlike most authenticator apps that only handle MFA codes, Authenticator App keeps your passwords and MFA codes together in one secure place. No more juggling separate apps or resetting passwords you can't remember. CHECK CODES ON YOUR HOME SCREEN Choose from three widget styles and see your codes without even opening the app. Save time when signing in and skip a small but constant chore. FIND CODES INSTANTLY Managing a lot of accounts? Type the name of any service and its code appears right away, so you don’t have to scroll through a long list when you’re in a hurry. LOCK YOUR CODES & STAY OFFLINE Protect the app with Face ID or Touch ID so no one can see your codes even on an unlocked phone. The app works offline—an internet connection is only required for automatic backups. RESTORE ON ANY DEVICE Your codes are backed up safely through Apple’s Keychain, never leaving Apple’s secure system. Switch to a new phone, and everything restores automatically. HOW TO GET STARTED • Turn on 2-factor authentication for the account you want to protect. • In the Authenticator App, scan the QR code or enter a secret key manually. • Your code appears instantly—enter it on the login screen to finish signing in. • New to MFA? A built-in guide shows where to find 2FA settings for popular services. Take control of your security today—download Authenticator App and protect every login with two-factor authentication. FAQ Q: Can I protect the app with Face ID? A: Yes, you can secure access to your 2FA codes using Face ID or Touch ID. Q: Which services does this MFA authenticator support? A: Any service that uses standard 2FA authenticator codes, like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Binance, and Discord. Q: Does this authenticator work offline? A: Yes. Code generation works completely offline. You’ll only need a connection for automatic backups. PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION – You can subscribe to get unlimited access to certain app features. – Subscriptions are billed automatically based on the selected subscription plan. By using the app, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://epicscale.io/2fa_ios/privacy/ https://epicscale.io/2fa_ios/terms/

About

Authenticator

Secure your online accounts with two-factor authentication generated directly on your device. Easily set up TOTP codes by scanning QR codes, which refresh every 30 seconds and function offline. Supports a vast range of popular services and offers encrypted backup and sync.

Highlights
  • Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP)
  • Offline code generation
  • QR code setup
  • Encrypted backup and sync
  • Import from other authenticators
  • App Lock with biometrics
  • Password manager with autofill
  • Data breach monitoring
Features
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Secure your accounts with two-factor authentication generated on your device. Authenticator creates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for every service that supports 2FA. Scan a QR code and you're set up in seconds. Codes refresh every 30 seconds and work fully offline. Works with Google, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, Instagram, X, Amazon, PayPal, Coinbase, Binance, Dropbox, GitHub, Slack, Discord, Shopify and thousands more. FEATURES ► Secure TOTP codes Standards-based one-time passwords that refresh automatically. Generated on your device, so airplane mode or weak signal never blocks a sign-in. ► Setup in seconds Scan a QR code or enter a key manually. No account, no email, no registration. ► Encrypted backup and sync Codes are encrypted before they reach iCloud. Restore on a new phone in a minute, with automatic sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch. ► Import from any authenticator Switch from Google Authenticator, Authy or Microsoft Authenticator via QR code or CSV. Export anytime. ► App Lock Face ID, Touch ID or PIN, with auto-lock the moment you switch away. ► Organize your accounts Folders, drag and drop, custom names and icons. Thirty accounts still take one glance to search. ► Apple Watch and widgets Codes on your wrist, plus Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets that copy a code without opening the app. ► Password manager with autofill Unlimited logins in the same encrypted vault, filled into Safari and any app by iOS. Built-in generator for strong passwords. ► Data breach monitoring Get alerted when your email or password appears in a known leak, with a clear list of what to change first. ► Private browser No history, no cookies, no tracking. Sign in to sensitive accounts leaving nothing behind. ► Unlock the Full Experience To access all features and create unlimited designs, an active Authenticator subscription is required. Download Authenticator today and take control of your accounts with the security and simplicity of modern two-factor authentication. If you have questions or ideas, we’d love to hear from you: support@lumetro.com Privacy Policy: https://lumetro.com/authenticator/privacy Terms of Use: https://lumetro.com/authenticator/terms

Screenshots

Authenticator App‏4 screens
Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator at 5.0 against Authenticator App‏'s 4.7. Authenticator App‏'s advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 App‏ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Authenticator sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator App‏ has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator App‏ ships an update weekly, Authenticator every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Authenticator App‏ versus Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator App‏Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB43 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperEpicScale IncLumetro LLC

Customer experience

Authenticator App‏

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%

Authenticator

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

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Authenticator App‏

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan$7.997 Days
  • Annual Plan$49.991 Year
2 purchases

Authenticator

Subscriptions2
  • Authenticator Premium3 Days trial$9.997 Days
  • Authenticator Premium$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Authenticator App‏ free?
Authenticator App‏ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Authenticator free?
Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator App‏ or Authenticator?
Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator App‏ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Authenticator averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Authenticator App‏ or Authenticator have ads?
Both Authenticator App‏ and Authenticator show ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator App‏ or Authenticator?
Authenticator App‏ ships an update weekly, and Authenticator every 4 days. Most recently, Authenticator App‏ was updated on October 12, 2026 and Authenticator on September 30, 2026.

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