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Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft Authenticator

Composite Score
8.9 /10
CX Score
9.2 /10
Category
Microsoft Authenticator
8.9 /10

What is Microsoft Authenticator?

Conveniently and securely sign in to all your online accounts using multifactor authentication, passwordless sign-in or password autofill with Microsoft Authenticator. With this free app, you can sign in to your personal or work/school Microsoft account without using a password. You’ll use a fingerprint, face recognition, or a PIN for security.

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Microsoft 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

97 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.

+93 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 Microsoft Authenticator?

1% Negative
2% Neutral
97% Positive

Pros

  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Efficient Service
  • Fair

Feature Ratings

Average 84

OTP Authentication

89

Multi-Device Protection

88

Email Authentication

87

Biometrics Authentication

86

Soft Token Authentication

85

Role and User Management

84

Browser Push Notifications

84

Role-Based Multi-Factor Authentication

83

Hard Token Authentication

83

Adaptive Authentication (Risk-based)

82

Integration APIs

81

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 81

Business Value Created

85

Usability and Intuitiveness

84

Ease of Implementation

84

Ease of Data Integration

83

Quality of Features

82

Ease of IT Administration

82

Breadth of Features

80

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

79

Vendor Support

79

Ease of Customization

78

Availability and Quality of Training

77

Microsoft Authenticator Reviews

Abhishek S.

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

Submitted Aug 2025

Secure, Seamless, and User-Friendly

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Authenticator from other similar products?

It integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 services and supports password-less sign-in, which makes it very convenient for enterprise users.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite part is how easy and fast it is to approve sign-ins with push notifications, it's super convenient.

What do you dislike most about this product?

What I dislike most is the recovery process when switching phones—it’s not as straightforward as I would like.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you’re using Microsoft tools regularly, I’d definitely recommend it. It’s secure, user-friendly, and saves time.

Pros

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

Kelvin A.

  • Role: Vendor Management
  • Industry: Manufacturing
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Jul 2025

Simple reliable and secure

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Authenticator from other similar products?

It integrates with the entire microsoft ecosystem

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

The easy push approvals are my favourite aspects of the product

What do you dislike most about this product?

Limited reporting control

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Extra features like advanced analytics should be considered

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity
  • Unique Features

UDEH T.

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

Submitted May 2025

Reliable and Secure, but Room for Smarter Features

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates Microsoft Authenticator from other similar products?

It works seamlessly with Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and other Microsoft services — making it the go-to for organizations already using that stack. It supports passwordless sign-ins and push-based MFA approvals, which are smoother and more secure than just typing in a TOTP code.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

My favorite aspect of Microsoft Authenticator is its seamless passwordless sign-in

What do you dislike most about this product?

What I dislike most about Microsoft Authenticator is the lack of cross-device sync for third-party accounts.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

If you use Microsoft 365, Azure, or Outlook regularly, this is the best authenticator app for smooth integration and passwordless sign-ins. Enable cloud backup for your Microsoft account right away. It'll save you time and stress if you ever switch or lose your device.

Pros

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

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