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Google Authenticator vs Yubico YubiKey comparison

Google and Yubico are both solutions in the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) category. Google is ranked #6, while Yubico is ranked #2 with an average rating of 9.0. Additionally, 100% of Yubico users are willing to recommend the solution.
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Categories and Ranking

Google Authenticator
Ranking in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
6th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
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Yubico YubiKey
Ranking in Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
2nd
Average Rating
8.8
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
Authentication Systems (7th), Passwordless Authentication (2nd)
 

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OmerKhan1 - PeerSpot reviewer
Jun 27, 2023
A stable solution that is efficient, user-friendly, and easy to use
The solution is simple to use and we have installed it in our clients' endpoints. The tool is just plug-and-play for the end user. The end user can just put in the key to the security computer and log in without any hassle. The solution is efficient, user-friendly, and easy to use.  It would be…
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Computer Software Company
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Government
12%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
 

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What do you like most about Yubico YubiKey?
The solution is simple to use and we have installed it in our clients' endpoints. The tool is just plug-and-play for the end user. The end user can just put in the key to the security computer and ...
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What needs improvement with Yubico YubiKey?
It would be better if the product can come up with a serial number for the keys. It would be nice if they had a numbering system as a configuration identity that would help the IT and technical tea...
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What is your primary use case for Yubico YubiKey?
We use YubiKey to authenticate online services with email, web, and Twitter. We deploy it for some sensitive administrative accounts to improve security.
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Product Reports

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Overview

Authenticator generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes in your browser. Use it to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts.
Always keep a backup of your secrets in a safe location.

The YubiKey works with hundreds of enterprise, developer and consumer applications, out-of-the-box and with no client software. Combined with leading password managers, social login and enterprise single sign on systems the YubiKey enables secure access to millions of online services.
 

Sample Customers

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Google Inc., Salesforce, Novartis, Facebook, GitHub, CERN, Duke University, Code Enigma, Luther Burbank High School, ZorgSaam, Agfa, Santa Clara County Fire Department, Dyson Ltd, Portugal Telecom, Boral, Canonical Ltd
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