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Google Authenticator

Composite Score
8.9 /10
CX Score
9.2 /10
Category
Google Authenticator
8.9 /10

What is Google Authenticator?

Google Authenticator is a software-based authenticator made by Google that uses a 2-Step Verification (also known as two-factor authentication) thereby adding an extra layer of security to your account. You sign in with something you know (your password) and something you have (a code sent to your phone).

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Google Authenticator Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

89 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

88 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value


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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+92 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Google Authenticator?

2% Negative
5% Neutral
93% Positive

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Respectful
  • Trustworthy
  • Fair

Feature Ratings

Average 83

Multi-Device Protection

87

Email Authentication

86

OTP Authentication

86

Browser Push Notifications

85

Biometrics Authentication

84

Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication

83

Hard Token Authentication

83

Integration APIs

83

Dashboards, Analytics and Reporting

82

Role and User Management

82

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 83

Ease of IT Administration

88

Ease of Implementation

87

Business Value Created

86

Quality of Features

85

Usability and Intuitiveness

84

Breadth of Features

84

Ease of Data Integration

82

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

81

Availability and Quality of Training

81

Ease of Customization

79

Vendor Support

79

Google Authenticator Reviews

Anshul S.

  • Role: Student Academic
  • Industry: Entertainment
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jun 2024

Secure and Reliable

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Google Authenticator distinguishes itself with its straightforward setup, strong security standards, and seamless integration with various online services that support two-factor authentication (2FA). Its offline functionality and simplicity in generating time-based one-time passwords (TOTPs) also set it apart from other similar products.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite aspect of Google Authenticator is its simplicity and reliability in providing an additional layer of security through two-factor authentication (2FA).

What do you dislike most about this product?

What I dislike most about Google Authenticator is the lack of backup and synchronization options across devices, which can be inconvenient if you switch or lose your device.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

For those considering Google Authenticator, I recommend using it for its robust security benefits and ease of use in enabling two-factor authentication (2FA). However, consider using alternative 2FA methods like Authy or Microsoft Authenticator if you need backup and sync capabilities across multiple devices.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity
  • Trustworthy

CA Ayushi A.

  • Role: Consultant
  • Industry: Consulting
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jun 2024

Easy to use, but a bit pricey

Likeliness to Recommend

6 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Two-factor authentication

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Simplicity

What do you dislike most about this product?

Not applicable

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

It let us back up our data in the cloud and restore them when needed while changing devices, which makes this product reliable

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Unique Features
  • Efficient Service

Cláudio F.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted May 2024

Security in accessing services and applications

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

The ease of implementation, use and training is what I like most about the product.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The possibility of integration with the cell phone.

What do you dislike most about this product?

It is a bit of a hassle to migrate access data to another telephone device.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Don't waste time and adopt the product to improve the security posture of your environment.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

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