Microsoft Authenticator AlternativesAuthenticators and other similar apps like Microsoft Authenticator

Microsoft Authenticator is described as 'Sign in is easy, convenient, and secure when you use Microsoft Authenticator. Use your phone, not your password, to log into your Microsoft account. You simply have to enter your username, then approve the notification sent to your phone' and is a Authenticator in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Microsoft Authenticator for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, Android, iPad, Android Tablet and Mac apps. The best Microsoft Authenticator alternative is Aegis Authenticator, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Microsoft Authenticator are Proton Authenticator, Ente Auth, Bitwarden Authenticator and Authy.

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  1. Protect your accounts with Proton Authenticator, a private and secure cross-device two-factor authentication (2FA) that works offline. Created by Proton, the creators of Proton Mail, Proton VPN, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass.

    61 Proton Authenticator alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
     
  2. Ente Auth icon
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    Generates and stores two-factor authentication tokens with device encryption, offers secure cloud backup, multi-device synchronization, offline mode, and import/export through QR, file, or manual input. Migration and restore tools reduce risk of token loss.

    39 Ente Auth alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Flathub
    • F-Droid
    • Flatpak
     
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    Ente Auth vs Microsoft Authenticator Comments
    Crompuverso
    Negative
    -1

    Microsoft authenticator is also a password manager

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Ente Auth is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft Authenticator is Free and Proprietary
    • Ente Auth is Privacy focused, Lightweight and Security-focusedMicrosoft Authenticator is not according to our users
  3. Authy icon
     225 likes

    Manage two-factor authentication seamlessly across various platforms with secure cloud backups and offline access. From Gmail to LastPass, enhance security effortlessly. Sync multiple devices securely and protect sensitive data with robust encryption.

    84 Authy alternatives

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    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
     
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    Authy vs Microsoft Authenticator Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -3

    It does not work. Does not reconise either the QR code or the 9 digit code

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Authy is Free and ProprietaryMicrosoft Authenticator is also Free and Proprietary
    • Authy is Lightweight and Privacy focusedMicrosoft Authenticator is not according to our users
  4. 2FAS Authenticator is a simple and free application for Two Factor Authentication (2FA Authentication) which generates Time-based One-time Passwords (TOTP) and PUSH authentication*.

    67 2FA Authenticator (2FAS) alternatives

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    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  5. FreeOTP icon
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    FreeOTP is a two-factor authentication application for systems utilizing one-time password protocols with support for Android (6 or later) and iOS (11 or later). Tokens can be added easily by scanning a QR-code or by manually entering in the token configuration.

    57 FreeOTP alternatives

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  6. YubiKey icon
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    The multi-protocol security key offers the highest assurance, protecting devices with passwordless workflows and strong 2FA against phishing. It plugs into computers, tablets, and mobile devices, integrates PIN or biometric for identity verification, and reduces helpdesk costs.

    25 YubiKey alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
     
  7. Authenticator generates two-factor authentication (2FA) codes in your browser. Use it to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
     
  8. Stratum icon
     22 likes

    A free open-source two factor authentication app for Android. It features encrypted backups, icons, categories and a high level of customisation. It also has a Wear OS companion app.

    52 Stratum alternatives

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    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Android Wear
    • F-Droid
     
  9. OnlyKey icon
     14 likes

    OnlyKey is an open source alternative to YubiKey. OnlyKey natively supports: a hardware password manager, multiple two-factor methods (FIDO2, TOTP, and Yubico® OTP), passwordless SSH login, and OpenPGP.

    26 OnlyKey alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
     
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