# Authenticator Password Manager vs AuthPass

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AuthPass at none against Authenticator Password Manager's 1. AuthPass also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 5 weeks) and review sentiment (63% vs 48%). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.7 for Authenticator Password Manager against 3.8 for AuthPass. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 38 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Authenticator Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 63% of AuthPass's.

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, AuthPass every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 19, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator Password Manager | AuthPass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027/reviews) | **[3.8 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authpass-password-manager/id1479297675/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **62.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SAASPASS](https://appshunter.io/developer/849132030) | [CodeUX.design](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480843941) |

## 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


### AuthPass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authpass-password-manager/id1479297675)

Securely manage all your passwords in one place across multiple devices. Generate strong, random passwords, and access them quickly with biometric unlock. Supports various cloud storage options for your password files.

**Highlights:** All passwords in one place, Generate secure random passwords, Quick biometric unlock, Cross-platform availability, Open multiple password files, Save 2FA OTPs, Attach binary files

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Open source and free
- ☁️ Good cloud sync compatibility
- 🔑 KeePass compatibility
- 💡 Fast and seamless performance
- 👍 Intuitive UI

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and instability
- 🔒 Security concerns (analytics, auto-locking)
- ❓ Lack of documentation
- 🚫 Autofill not supported
- 🐛 Issues with saving/opening databases

**Reported bugs**

- Password for password file keeps resetting
- App crashes when creating new DB with high password
- Cannot authenticate with Google Drive
- App crashes on startup on older iOS versions
- Entries disappear

**Requested features**

- Add blur feature when switching apps
- Improve contrast in Keepass entries
- Use as password source in iOS Settings
- Parameterize max duration for unlocked files
- Auto-clear clipboard after set time


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator Password Manager free?

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

### Is AuthPass free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator Password Manager or AuthPass?

AuthPass is rated higher. Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while AuthPass averages 3.8 from 38 ratings.

### Do Authenticator Password Manager or AuthPass have ads?

Neither Authenticator Password Manager nor AuthPass shows ads.

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

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, and AuthPass every 10 days. Most recently, Authenticator Password Manager was updated on September 19, 2026 and AuthPass on September 19, 2026.

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