Startel Secure Messaging Plus vs AuthX Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Startel Secure Messaging Plus
This app provides a secure and HIPAA-compliant method for sending and receiving text messages. It features end-to-end encryption, expiring messages, and remote wipe capabilities to protect sensitive information.
- HIPAA and HITECH compliant
- End-to-end message encryption
- Expiring messages (up to 30 days)
- Voice and image attachments
- Remote wipe capability
- Device receipt notifications
- Multi-device single login
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The Startel Secure Messaging Plus application is a safe and effective way to send and receive HIPAA compliant text messages. Message content and attachments are encrypted on servers and on smartphones, and in transmission. Fully configurable, senders are in complete control of determining the length of message life within a maximum 30 day period. Selected features include: expiring messages, voice/image attachment capability, remote wipe capability and device receipt notifications. Startel Secure Messaging Plus supports HIPAA and HITECH compliance. Users can receive messages across multiple devices using a single login including tablets, smartphones, and personal computers. If protecting your sensitive text messages is of importance to you, your organization and your industry – choose right and depend on Startel Secure Messaging Plus.
AuthX Authenticator
This app provides fast and secure multi-factor authentication for personal and enterprise accounts. It supports passwordless login, one-tap push approvals, and TOTP codes, offering strong protection without slowing down your verification process.
- Passwordless authentication
- One-tap push approvals
- Flexible MFA & 2FA methods
- TOTP code generation
- Zero-trust security
- Backup and device recovery
- Device security checkup
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AuthX Authenticator is a fast, secure MFA and 2FA app built for effortless identity verification across personal and enterprise accounts. It supports passwordless login, one‑tap push approvals, Visual Push, Face Push, TOTP codes, and biometrics—delivering strong protection without slowing you down. Key Features : • Passwordless Authentication - One‑tap push approvals, face verification, and rich visual prompts. • Flexible MFA & 2FA - Push, Face Push, Visual Push, and TOTP—compatible with major apps and enterprise systems. • One‑Tap Push Authentication - Skip typing codes and approve login requests instantly. • TOTP Support - Generate secure time‑based passcodes for Google, Microsoft, AWS, banking apps, and more. • Zero‑Trust Security - Only verified users and trusted devices gain access. • Backup & Device Recovery - Easily restore authentication data when switching devices. • Device Security Checkup - In‑app alerts help maintain strong device and account security. • Hands‑Free Authentication - Authenticate using system‑level verification over Bluetooth. Why AuthX? - Simple one‑tap authentication - Strong MFA and account protection - Secure backup and restore - Zero‑trust access control - Works for personal and enterprise accounts - Multiple authentication methods in one app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: AuthX Authenticator at 100% against Startel Secure Messaging Plus's 16%. AuthX Authenticator also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Startel Secure Messaging Plus ships an update every 4 months, AuthX Authenticator every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on August 23, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Startel Secure Messaging Plus | AuthX Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (11 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 15.6% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 11 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 119 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Startel Coporation | AuthX Security LLC |
Customer experience
Startel Secure Messaging Plus
AuthX Authenticator
In-app purchases
Startel Secure Messaging Plus
No in-app purchases
AuthX Authenticator
No in-app purchases
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