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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

Jack H.

  • Role: Industry Specific Role
  • Industry: Communications
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2023

Authenticator authenticates

Likeliness to Recommend

7 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Nothing really. It does what it says on the tin.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The ability to have multiple 2FA tokens available to me within an app.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Device locked - lose the device, lose access to your codes!

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Consider whether you will always have access to the device you set it up on!

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity
  • Unique Features

Younes B.

  • Role: Consultant
  • Industry: Consulting
  • Involvement: Initial Implementation
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2023

Decent security authenticator for everyday use

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

None I guess. I use it alongside Microsoft authenticator and Apple built-in security features

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Minimalist design

What do you dislike most about this product?

None of i think of.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

It's a must for anyone who use Google products and want to secure his digital asset even outside Google products

Pros

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

Cons

  • Vendor Friendly Policies
  • Vendor's Interest First

Sanil J.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Aug 2023

Easy to use, but a bit pricey

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

faster authentication

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Faster authentication

What do you dislike most about this product?

A little slow while giving the code

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

A little slow while giving the code

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Trustworthy

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