# Authenticator Password Manager vs S3Crypt

The clearest difference is review sentiment: S3Crypt at 100% against Authenticator Password Manager's 48%. S3Crypt also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 8 months). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Authenticator Password Manager is free to download; S3Crypt costs $0.99 up front. Authenticator Password Manager sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. S3Crypt asks for nothing beyond the download.

S3Crypt 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 4, 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 S3Crypt's.

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, S3Crypt every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and June 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator Password Manager | S3Crypt |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $0.99 |
| Rating | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/s3crypt/id1609324228/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 8 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 55 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SAASPASS](https://appshunter.io/developer/849132030) | [Brian McAlister](https://appshunter.io/developer/1609324230) |

## 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


### S3Crypt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/s3crypt/id1609324228)

This app generates secure, unique passwords based on a master key and a unique key for each site. You only need to remember these two pieces of information to create and access your passwords, without needing a separate password manager.

**Highlights:** Generates secure, unique passwords, Uses a master key and unique key, No password storage, Passwords recreated with same keys, Case-sensitive key input, Copy password to clipboard

**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 S3Crypt free?

S3Crypt costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator Password Manager or S3Crypt?

S3Crypt is rated higher. Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while S3Crypt averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Authenticator Password Manager or S3Crypt have ads?

Neither Authenticator Password Manager nor S3Crypt shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator Password Manager or S3Crypt?

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, and S3Crypt every 8 months. Most recently, Authenticator Password Manager was updated on October 6, 2026 and S3Crypt on June 10, 2026.

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