Comparison

Authenticator Password Manager vs Codes Authenticator

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

Head to head
About

Authenticator Password Manager

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
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SAASPASS is a Password manager & Authenticator 2FA code generator with autofill & autologin capabilities. It is built with Security & Usability in mind and is secured by Passwordless MFA Password Manager Web and Browser access secured by passwordless MFA Over 100 Thousand pre-configured websites & mobile services Custom additions available AutoFill support Notes section Quick copy support Web portal Authenticator Code Desktop, Web & Browser extension access secured by passwordless MFA AutoFill support with password manager integration Notes section Quick copy support Support for both HOTP/TOTP. Support for 6, 7 and 8 digits Support for SHA1, SHA256, SHA512 Companies can share access to the Authenticator code across multiple individuals Security Scan Identifies which websites & apps you use in the password manager have: Authenticator 2FA format Duplicate passwords Weak passwords Secure Notes Save notes, edit it in the mobile app or web portal & enable it to be on multiple devices and be recoverable. Web access is secured by passwordless MFA Multiple Devices You can have SAASPASS securely on multiple devices. Comes with device management capabilities where you can remotely disable it. Recovery - Secure Backup & Restore Multiple secure recovery capabilities where you can prevent SIM swap attacks. This way if you lose your Authenticators and passwords, you can have them restored on your new device without going through the hassle of painstakingly setting each one individually. Autofill Both the password manager and Authenticator code generator are available on your desktop from both the web portal (login at https://www.saaspass.com/sd/#/login ) and the browser extension. They come with optional Autofill and AutoLogin capabilities on your mobile app as well as the desktop. iPad Multitasking with Split Screen & Landscape view support Password Generator Offline Support Download the SAASPASS browser extension to see the magic in action. It is available for the following browsers: Safari Chrome Firefox Microsoft Edge and Chromium browsers like: Brave Vivaldi There is NO need for a desktop application on your computer. The browser extension is a full blown application. Unlocking app: - Touch ID - Face ID - Scrambled Keypad - 4 or 6 digits as your PIN length SAASPASS app opening protection includes brute-force attack mitigation. Edit Order: Change the order of the Main Menu by choosing Customize Menu Layout under the Settings. Search Bar Use to quickly find services. Apple Watch support To enable SAASPASS Autofill go to your devices Settings > Passwords & Accounts > AutoFill Passwords After turning on AutoFill Passwords select SAASPASS. There are quick copy links under every service as well. - SAASPASS also offers security for employees, companies, developers, admins and computers. Developers can integrate multi-factor authentication (MFA) services with ready code snippets in multiple languages and SDKS from: developer.saaspass.com Companies can sign up for usage of MFA, SSO, IAM solutions, Directory Services, Team Password Manager, Enterprise Password Manager, Shared Authenticator codes with teams, the Shared Access Center, Adaptive Authentication from the www.saaspass.com website. Companies can integrate: On-premise applications Cloud applications Hybrid applications The Identity & Access Management of SAASPASS can be used to integrate many business and productivity applications including email and collaboration suites Out of the box integration to over 100 THOUSAND applications include, but are not limited to, the following services: VPN RDP RADIUS SAML OIDC OAuth 2 LDAP Active Directory Microsoft 365 Microsoft OWA Google Workspace G Suite Office 365 Salesforce On premise applications Dropbox 1password Zendesk Onelogin Keeper Zoho Freshdesk Netsuite Amazon Web Services (AWS) Clarizen Ping Samanage TSPlus Authy ShiftPlanning Duo Security Dashlane Lastpass Bitwarden Okta & many more

About

Codes Authenticator

This app provides a secure and private way to manage two-factor authentication for your online accounts. Easily add accounts via QR code or manual entry, and access codes quickly through widgets or Siri shortcuts. Customize the appearance to suit your preferences.

Highlights
  • Two-factor authentication
  • QR code scanning
  • Manual account entry
  • Today Widget access
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Customizable themes and colors
Features
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Codes is a simple, free and native two-factor authentication app. It keeps your online accounts secure, by adding additional authentication factor for supported websites. Use it with Dropbox, GitHub, Twitter, Google and many more. Features: • Simple setup: add accounts by scanning QR code or manual entry. Set custom nicknames for Accounts • Secure: your data stays on your devices, encrypted and secure in iOS Keychain. No analytics or third-party code ensures security and privacy. • Today Widget: optionally show selected accounts in Today Widget for quick access. • Siri Shortcuts: use Codes in automated workflows or with voice. • Customizable: Choose how to see the code - groups of two or three digits. Pick accent color and light or dark theme. Review our FAQ at https://codes.ameba.co/faq/ Contact us at info@ameba.co

Screenshots

Authenticator Password Manager4 screens
Codes Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Codes Authenticator at 100% against Authenticator Password Manager's 48%. Codes Authenticator also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.7) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is ratings volume (56 vs 18) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Password Manager sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and Codes Authenticator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Codes Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Authenticator Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 100% of Codes Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, Codes Authenticator every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Authenticator Password Manager versus Codes Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthenticator Password ManagerCodes Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (56 ratings)4.2 (18 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings56 — better18
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSAASPASSAmeba Labs, LLC

Customer experience

Authenticator Password Manager

All ratings56 ratings
Positive66.1%
Neutral5.4%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive48.4%
Neutral9.7%
Negative41.9%

Codes Authenticator

All ratings18 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Authenticator Password Manager

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • 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
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  • Mac login issues after installation/uninstallation
  • Cannot change email
  • Apple Watch app not working
  • Proximity unlock issues
  • Broken since last few updates on Mac

Requested features

10 requests
  • SMS recovery option
  • Custom TOTP intervals
  • Easier device transfer
  • Improved iOS UI
  • Donation option
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  • Glance function for Apple Watch
  • Always-on Touch ID
  • Dark mode
  • Auto-disabling lock on trusted Wi-Fi
  • Better privacy policy

Codes Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Authenticator Password Manager

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Usage$2.991 Month
3 purchases

Codes Authenticator

One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$9.99

Questions

Is Authenticator Password Manager free?
Authenticator Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Codes Authenticator free?
Codes Authenticator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Authenticator Password Manager or Codes Authenticator?
Codes Authenticator is rated higher. Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Codes Authenticator averages 4.2 from 18 ratings.
Do Authenticator Password Manager or Codes Authenticator have ads?
Neither Authenticator Password Manager nor Codes Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Authenticator Password Manager or Codes Authenticator?
Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, and Codes Authenticator every 2 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator Password Manager was updated on October 6, 2026 and Codes Authenticator on October 2, 2026.

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