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Google Authenticator

Composite Score

8.9 /10

CX Score

9.3 /10

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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

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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.

90 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

87 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.

+95 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

3% Neutral

95% Positive

Pros

Reliable
Respectful
Fair
Security Protects

Feature Ratings

Average 82

Multi-Device Protection

OTP Authentication

Email Authentication

Biometrics Authentication

Authentication Assurance Level (AAL)

Soft Token Authentication

Browser Push Notifications

Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication

Role and User Management

Integration APIs

Hard Token Authentication

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 82

Ease of Implementation

Business Value Created

Ease of IT Administration

Usability and Intuitiveness

Quality of Features

Breadth of Features

Ease of Data Integration

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

Ease of Customization

Vendor Support

Availability and Quality of Training

Google Authenticator Reviews

Kurshid S.

Role: Information Technology
Industry: Technology
Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration

Validated Review

Verified Reviewer

Submitted Mar 2025

Secure and Reliable, But Lacking Essential Modern

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Google Authenticator stands out due to its simplicity, reliability, and offline functionality. Unlike other authentication apps that require cloud syncing, Google Authenticator keeps security tight by storing codes locally on your device, reducing exposure to potential breaches.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

I appreciate its ease of use and the fact that it doesn’t require an internet connection to generate codes. The setup process is quick, and it integrates seamlessly with many platforms, making it a great tool for two-factor authentication.

What do you dislike most about this product?

The lack of cloud backup or account syncing is a major downside. If you lose your phone, you risk losing access to all your stored codes unless you manually transfer them beforehand. A more user-friendly recovery option would be a great addition.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you prefer a straightforward, no-frills authentication app that works offline, Google Authenticator is a solid choice. However, if you need multi-device syncing or backup options, you might want to consider alternatives like Authy or Microsoft Authenticator.

Pros

Helps Innovate
Continually Improving Product
Reliable
Performance Enhancing

Alice N.

Role: Information Technology
Industry: Utilities
Involvement: End User of Application

Validated Review

Verified Reviewer

Submitted Mar 2025

Improved security.

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates Google Authenticator from other similar products?

Improve on account security.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Authentication codes are changed every min and can't be accessed by anyone except the own of the device.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Takes a lot of time.

Pros

Enables Productivity
Inspires Innovation
Caring
Respectful

Chasen S.

Role: Information Technology
Industry: Technology
Involvement: End User of Application

Validated Review

Verified Reviewer

Submitted Feb 2025

Greater security tool.

Likeliness to Recommend

6 /10

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

It allows you to quickly self authenticate and increase security on products you. It can load to any device and access authentication codes for unlocking your system.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Google Authenticator is integrated with most services and products

Pros

Efficient Service
Caring
Respectful
Client Friendly Policies

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90 Likeliness to Recommend

95 Plan to Renew

87 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value

Emotional Footprint Overview

+95 Net Emotional Footprint

How much do users love Google Authenticator?

Pros

Feature Ratings Average rating of all product features, some of which may not be shown below

Multi-Device Protection The ability to support authentication on different devices such as mobile, tablet or desktops.

OTP Authentication Ability to send users a one-time password (OTP) via SMS or call.

Email Authentication Ability to send a verification link or code via email.

Biometrics Authentication Use of Touch ID fingerprint verification, voice recognition or retina scanning that is used to authenticate user access.

Authentication Assurance Level (AAL) Ability to indicate and measure the assurance strength

Soft Token Authentication Ability to use digital alternative to authenticate like OTP, Email, Biometrics, Browser Push Notification

Browser Push Notifications Ability to push the verification code to the browser to help in the authentication process.

Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication Ability to manage privileged accounts having access to sensitive data and reinforce security.

Role and User Management Enable different levels of access and permissions based on role.

Integration APIs Ability of the software to interface with legacy and other third party applications.

Hard Token Authentication Use of a small hardware devices such as a key fob or card that generates a one-time password to authenticate.

Vendor Capability Ratings Average rating of all vendor capabilities, some of which may not be shown below

Ease of Implementation Successfully implementing new software is necessary to realize its full value and promote end user adoption. This data indicates whether or not the product is easy to implement.

Business Value Created Software needs to create value for employees, customers, partners, and, ultimately, shareholders. This data expresses user satisfaction - or lack thereof - with the product's business value.

Ease of IT Administration This data indicates whether IT personnel will be able to resolve issues and perform configurations efficiently and effectively.

Usability and Intuitiveness End user learning curves cost the organization money. Pay attention to your end users' technical ability to determine how important UX is in your purchase.

Quality of Features Feature quality is just as important as quantity. Use this data to determine if this product will do what you're purchasing it to do, easily, intuitively, reliably, and effectively.

Breadth of Features Users prefer feature rich software that enables them to perform diverse series of tasks. This data expresses user satisfaction with the product's breadth of features.

Ease of Data Integration Use this data to determine whether the product will cause headaches or make data integration easy.

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement Vendors who don't stay on top of emerging needs and trends won't enable you to meet your business goals. Use this data to separate innovators from imposters.

Ease of Customization Don't get bogged down in a difficult customization; use this data to make sure you can easily achieve the functionality you need for your particular situation.

Vendor Support The importance of vendor support will vary for each organization depending on internal capabilities, but there will always be issues that only the vendor can resolve.

Availability and Quality of Training Effective and readily available training enables users to get the most out of the software you've chosen. Use this section to make sure your vendor's training programs and materials measure up.

Google Authenticator Reviews

Kurshid S.

Secure and Reliable, But Lacking Essential Modern

Likeliness to Recommend

Pros

Alice N.

Improved security.

Likeliness to Recommend

Pros

Chasen S.

Greater security tool.

Likeliness to Recommend

Pros

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Feature Ratings

Multi-Device Protection

OTP Authentication

Email Authentication

Biometrics Authentication

Authentication Assurance Level (AAL)

Soft Token Authentication

Browser Push Notifications

Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication

Role and User Management

Integration APIs

Hard Token Authentication

Vendor Capability Ratings

Ease of Implementation

Business Value Created

Ease of IT Administration

Usability and Intuitiveness

Quality of Features

Breadth of Features

Ease of Data Integration

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

Ease of Customization

Vendor Support

Availability and Quality of Training