# Authenticator Password Manager vs Aligner Connect

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Aligner Connect at 100% against Authenticator Password Manager's 48%. Aligner Connect also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 11 months) and ratings volume (56 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator Password Manager sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Aligner Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Aligner Connect holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator Password Manager has 56 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Authenticator Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 100% of Aligner Connect's.

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, Aligner Connect every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator Password Manager | Aligner Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aligner-connect/id1167943693/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 11 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SAASPASS](https://appshunter.io/developer/849132030) | [Equipment Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/1167943692) |

## What reviewers say

### Authenticator Password Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027)

This app combines a password manager and a 2FA authenticator code generator with autofill capabilities. It offers secure access to web services and apps, with features like security scans and secure note storage. It supports multiple devices and provides secure backup and restore options.

**Highlights:** Password manager with autofill, 2FA code generator (HOTP/TOTP), Security scan for weak/duplicate passwords, Secure notes with web portal access, Multi-device support with remote disable, Secure backup and restore, Browser extension integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Usage | $2.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Good security
- 🔑 Password management
- 📱 Multi-device support
- 🚀 Fast and efficient

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Poor customer support
- 💸 Paywalling features
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- 📱 Inconsistent iOS experience
- ❓ Confusing UI

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when scanning QR code
- App crashes when adding recovery phone
- Authenticators not refreshing
- Remote unlock and barcode scan rarely work
- Login screen freezes

**Requested features**

- SMS recovery option
- Custom TOTP intervals
- Easier device transfer
- Improved iOS UI
- Donation option


### Aligner Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aligner-connect/id1167943693)

Control your preferred alignment program's features remotely from your smartphone. Monitor progress, check angular values during setup, and utilize various controls and images from the software, all secured with a PIN.

**Highlights:** Remote control via Wi-Fi, PIN-protected connection, Progress monitoring, Angular value checks, Remote button access, Image zooming, Measurement control selection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator Password Manager free?

Authenticator Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Aligner Connect free?

Aligner Connect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator Password Manager or Aligner Connect?

Aligner Connect is rated higher. Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Aligner Connect averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Authenticator Password Manager or Aligner Connect have ads?

Neither Authenticator Password Manager nor Aligner Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator Password Manager or Aligner Connect?

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, and Aligner Connect every 11 months. Most recently, Authenticator Password Manager was updated on September 19, 2026 and Aligner Connect on June 1, 2026.

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