--- description: Review of Microsoft Authenticator Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Microsoft Authenticator | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice GB --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Authentication Software](/directory/4311/authentication/software) > [Microsoft Authenticator](/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator) # Microsoft Authenticator Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator Page: 1 / 17\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator?page=2) > Designed for businesses in education, technology, automotive, manufacturing, retail and other industries, Microsoft Authenticator (part of Microsoft Entra) is an authentication platform that helps users securely log into online accounts through password autofill and multi-factor authentication capabilities. Key features include cloud backup, data encryption, passcodes, push notifications and sign-in approvals. Using Microsoft Authenticator’s passwordless feature, members can secure their Microsoft accounts via facial recognition, personal identification number (PIN) and fingerprint recognition. It enables users to synchronize account passwords, import passcodes from Google Chrome and approve sign-in requests from different applications. Additionally, the platform provides support via knowledge portal, FAQs, email and phone. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 405 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 405 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Microsoft - **Location**: Redmond, US - **Founded**: 1975 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: Per Feature (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Please contact Microsoft for pricing details. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan, Croatian, English, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Latvian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese - **Available Countries**: Brazil, Bulgaria, Greece, India, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Thailand, Türkiye, United States, Vietnam ## Features - Access Management - Alerts/Notifications - Credential Management - Knowledge-Based Authentication - Mobile Authentication - Multi-Factor Authentication - Out-of-Band Authentication - Password Management - Policy Management - Self Service Portal - Single Sign On - Social Sign On - Two-Factor Authentication - User Management ## Integrations (2 total) - Microsoft 365 - Microsoft Outlook ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support ## Category - [Authentication Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4311/authentication/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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It sends notifications straight to my phone if my Microsoft account is attempted to be logged into and if it's not me I just have to hit deny. > > **Cons**: The interface can be tricky and confusing if you don't know what you're doing. > > I am just beyond satisfied when it comes to Microsoft authenticator. I totally recommend it to anyone who has a Microsoft account, it will keep your account safe and secure. ----- ### "Keeps my Info Safe\!" — 5.0/5 > **Meegan** | *4 October 2024* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Microsoft Authenticator is a great program to will keep all of your accounts safe and secure. With all your information online, attackers will eventually try to steal your information and data. With Microsoft Authenticator, you won't have to worry about that. It's very easy to set up and gives you many different options to verify your identity. I always make sure to set up Microsoft Authenticator with every program or website that offers it. I like that you can verify your identity by a text message, a phone call, through email, and other devices. This is a must-have if you value your data and privacy. > > **Cons**: I have been using Microsoft Authenticator for a few years now. Once in a while, I will ask to verify my identity by receiving a text message. When I do this, it occasionally gives me an error and won't allow me to do it. When this happens, the other options do work though. > > My overall experience with Microsoft Authenticator has been positive. It gives me the piece of mind that all of my accounts and data will be safe. I no longer have to change my passwords every few weeks to make sure my accounts are secure. Microsoft Authenticator does a great job of making sure my data will never be accessed by unwatched people. ----- ### "authenticator needs more work on two digit code response" — 2.0/5 > **Terry** | *16 May 2025* | Mining & Metals | Recommendation rating: 2.0/10 > > **Pros**: integrated with microsoft office products, the setup of two factor authentication is straight forward with qr code scan > > **Cons**: i constantly do not receive response from authenticator. i have to use the six digit verification code rather than two digit code from email or teams ----- ### "The real authenticator tool" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *15 July 2023* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: The app is free; Integrates well with other Microsoft products; The option of biometric authentication to enter the app is a bonus; it is very easy to use and reliable. > > **Cons**: The accounts can be buggy, ive had instances where i needed to re-add an account because i stopped getting the codes; Sometimes the codes expire too quickly; The security code is not hidden > > The Microsoft Authenticator app is a joy to use. With speedy responses within the app and the auth code only shows once you go into the account which avoids confusion between different account codes. It integrates well with other Microsoft products and its free\! ----- ### "Dual Factor Authentication without frills" — 5.0/5 > **Matthew** | *17 October 2021* | Financial Services | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: Non-obtrusive and very light-weight tool for adding a second layer of security to my laptop/services. > > **Cons**: I do wish that this application was extended to all the services offered by Microsoft. Dual Factor authentication is essential in today's world. > > It is an easy installation for many of the Microsoft services. 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