# Authenticator Password Manager vs iPass Secure Auth

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iPass Secure Auth at 100% against Authenticator Password Manager's 48%. iPass Secure Auth also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7). Authenticator Password Manager's advantage is ratings volume (56 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Authenticator Password Manager sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and iPass Secure Auth sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iPass Secure Auth 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 1, 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 iPass Secure Auth's.

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, iPass Secure Auth every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Authenticator Password Manager | iPass Secure Auth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (56 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/authenticator-password-manager/id849132027/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipass-secure-auth/id6761517588/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **56** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 48.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 55 MB | 114 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SAASPASS](https://appshunter.io/developer/849132030) | [Beyond Limits Cloud Services LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863946743) |

## 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


### iPass Secure Auth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipass-secure-auth/id6761517588)

This app provides robust security for your online accounts. It functions as a two-factor authenticator, password manager, and private browser, all protected by military-grade encryption and biometric locks. Keep your digital life safe and accessible across all your devices.

**Highlights:** Two-Factor Authenticator (2FA), Encrypted Password Manager, One-Tap Password Generator, Private In-App Browser, Sync Across Devices, Face ID & Fingerprint Lock

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| IPass Secure Auth Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| IPass Secure Auth Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| IPass Secure Auth Pro | $22.49 | per year |
| IPass Secure Auth Pro | $44.99 | per year |
| iPass Secure Auth Pro | $44.99 | per year |
| iPass Secure Auth Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Authenticator Password Manager free?

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

### Is iPass Secure Auth free?

iPass Secure Auth is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Authenticator Password Manager or iPass Secure Auth?

iPass Secure Auth is rated higher. Authenticator Password Manager averages 3.7 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while iPass Secure Auth averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Authenticator Password Manager or iPass Secure Auth have ads?

Neither Authenticator Password Manager nor iPass Secure Auth shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Authenticator Password Manager or iPass Secure Auth?

Authenticator Password Manager ships an update every 5 weeks, and iPass Secure Auth every 3 weeks. Most recently, Authenticator Password Manager was updated on September 19, 2026 and iPass Secure Auth on September 29, 2026.

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