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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

Khushi R.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2024

Security Management

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Code changes every time for logging in which makes more secured.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The UI is simple and straightforward to use,. It is effortless and reliable mobile app.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Several issues with clients losing their keys due to lack of auto-backup.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

There is no additional security for Google Authenticator like biometrics or a passcode. So, it makes the job of malware easy as the application is open.

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity
  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product

Anirudh J.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: Vendor Management and Renewal
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2024

"Works offline, enhancing security"

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

1) Simplicity and Offline Use 2) No Cloud Dependency 3) No Push Notifications

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

1) Generating secure one-time passwords (TOTP) without requiring an internet connection.

What do you dislike most about this product?

1) No Multi-Device Support

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

1) Evaluate Your Needs 2) Utilize Backup Codes

Pros

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

Thomas B S.

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

Submitted Sep 2024

Simple Free Authenticator, It just works!

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

It's connected to your Google account for syncing/backup purposes.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Ease of use (tap to copy code, easy to see "expiration" timeout timer)

What do you dislike most about this product?

Would love a complete authentication platform (similar to KeePass) to keep passwords safe & accessible along side the 2FA.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you need a 2FA authentication app on your mobile device, this fits the bill!

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity
  • Saves Time
  • Security Protects

Cons

  • Slower Product Innovation

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