# Authenticator Password Manager vs Authenticator・

The clearest difference is rating: Authenticator・ at 4.5 against Authenticator Password Manager's 3.7. Authenticator・ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is ratings volume (56 vs 6) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). 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. Authenticator・ asks for nothing beyond the download.

Authenticator・ holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Authenticator Password Manager has 56 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, Authenticator・ every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator Password Manager | Authenticator・ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027/reviews) | **[4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6462883539/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [SAASPASS](https://appshunter.io/developer/849132030) | [Techgear Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/524933495) |

## 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


### Authenticator・

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator/id6462883539)

This app provides a secure all-in-one solution for managing your digital life. It combines two-factor authentication, a password manager, a private browser, and an ad blocker to enhance your online security and privacy.

**Highlights:** Two-factor authentication code generation, Secure password vault with auto-fill, Private browsing without history or tracking, Ad blocking for faster loading and privacy, Cross-device synchronization, Secure backup and restore for 2FA data

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**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 Authenticator・ free?

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

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

Authenticator・ is rated higher. Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Authenticator・ averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.

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

Neither Authenticator Password Manager nor Authenticator・ shows ads.

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

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, and Authenticator・ every 2 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator Password Manager was updated on September 19, 2026 and Authenticator・ on August 21, 2026.

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