# Page 2 | Google Authenticator Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - Is Google Authenticator the right Multi-Factor Authentication solution for you? Explore 70 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/253108/Google-Authenticator/reviews --- Google Authenticator 4.8 (70) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/253108/Google-Authenticator/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 25th, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of Google Authenticator ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 70 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use PI Pasquale I. Collaboratore Scolastico Higher Education Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Google Authenticator: pro e contro" March 10, 2026 5.0 Sicuramente come tutti ha i suoi lati positivi e negativi, però se cerchi una sicurezza senza troppi pensieri, questa è l’app per te. Pros Il punto di forza imbattibile resta la semplicità estrema: l'app è leggera, non ha pubblicità e non richiede configurazioni complesse; basta inquadrare un QR code e il gioco è fatto. Molto utile la sincronizzazione con l’Account Google nel caso di smarrimento o(non ve lo auguro) rottura del proprio dispositivo è possibilità di creare codici anche offline. Cons Una di alcuni fattori che mi ha fatto storcere il naso sicuramente è la poco sicurezza nell’accedere all’app una volta aperta, poiché, una volta entrato tutti i codici saranno in bella vista, ed è facoltativo la possibilità di accedere tramite codice biometrico o Face ID. Altro cosa è la gestione non ottimale dei codici poiché se avrai tipo una 40 di questi, dovrai scorrere fino a trovare quello che ti serve; ha bisogno di qualche servizio extra per essere più professionale. Review Source VQN Van Quang N. Freelancer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best app for two factor verification" March 5, 2025 5.0 I have an overall excellent experience with this app Pros Ease of use and useful to access to my accounts that require two factor verification when travelling out of my country Cons It could be difficult when changing devices without creating an account with google in advance Review Source LD Laura D. Medical coder Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easiest Authenticator App" October 18, 2024 5.0 My workplace switch to Google Workspace, and I had to download this authenticator. I am not a fan of authenticator apps because they often do not work with my older Smartphone, but the setup with Google Authenticator was seamless and works every time. Pros Easiest authenticator to use and setup, it accepts all my user ids with no problem. Cons I wish there was a way to customize the background and categorize the user ids into folders. Switched from [Microsoft Authenticator](https://www.capterra.com/p/219694/Microsoft-Authenticator/) Easier to use and seamless with Google Workspace. Review Source JP Josey P. Product Manager Leisure, Travel & Tourism Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Amazing product that simplifies 2 factor login" February 28, 2025 5.0 Great app that makes 2 factor log in a breeze no matter where you are Pros Simple interface, ease of use, and ability to add more than one website to the app Cons The codes do not always last long enough for me to type them in Review Source TZ Tiffani Z. Ministry Director Religious Institutions Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "One step authorizing made easy" October 21, 2024 5.0 Every secure login today makes you jump through hoops to authenticate that it’s really you. This program makes it an easy one step, no texts clogging your message inbox! It’s especially easy when logging into a program on your computer and pulling your authentication code off your phone. Pros Easy and convenient way to electronically authenticate your identity. Cons Toggling from one app to another when using it on my phone. Review Source KS Kiran S. Marketing Manager Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great tool to keep your login credentials secure " November 13, 2024 5.0 Fantastic, much easier than other 2-factor authentication methods Pros Ease of use, increases online security with minimal hassle Cons I wish the timer for the codes was a little longer Review Source CB Christie B. Communications Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "There are better options out there." May 20, 2024 4.0 Pros It is simple and easy to use. You can add accounts with ease. Cons It lacks pasting the code within the keyboard. Other options like iCloud Keychain utilize this capability which make them so much better. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Senior Systems Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Enhancing Your Online Security with Google Authenticator" July 15, 2023 5.0 Security has improved and less accounts have been compromised. Pros It works even if my device has no connectivity.Generates codes every 30 seconds which makes it more secure. Cons Unable to create folders within the application to separate business and personal accounts. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Authenticator](https://www.capterra.com/p/219694/Microsoft-Authenticator/) Reason for choosing Google Authenticator Google Authenticator works with majority of the services I use on a daily basis. Review Source Raj K. DGM (Marketing) Mining & Metals Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A highly secure app for online authentication" July 11, 2022 5.0 It is a strong and secure app for its core purpose but lacks any frills and extra features. Pros 1\. There is a timer for every PIN code, preventing any misuse. i.e., the PINs expire automatically every 30 seconds. 2. There is an additional layer of safety with the option to reveal PINs only when you want to display them. 3. You can transfer your accounts seamlessly to a new device using a simple export and import account interface. You don't have to configure several accounts whenever you change your device. 4. You can also check the recent activity link to spot any suspicious activities. 5. You can reset the 2-step verification on your Google account or associated accounts, offering true portability. 6. You can even time-sync the codes provided by your device. This time correction will sync app and device times to ensure you get the security codes in real time. 7. It is easy to set up accounts using QR codes in two-step verification. 8. The app offers more robust security to users with two-step verification. You need to enter your password first and then enter the code provided by this app. 9. The logo that looks like the G of Google is an image of a high-security safe locker, reinforcing safety and security. 10. There is a dark mode as well to ensure the readability of codes. Cons 1\. The app's name is the same as its prime competitor – Microsoft, which may confuse some users. 2. Any trouble with the time of your device can lock you out of your accounts, leading to undue frustration and inconvenience. 3. The interface is too minimalistic without setting options like battery optimization, rearranging accounts, feedback, etc.: it sounds like "Take it or leave it." 4. The authentication codes are typically six-digit numerics but start with a G and a dash. It may confuse some users about whether to enter G or not. 5. It does not support the autofill passwords feature. Review Source HS Harshad S. Software engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Authenticator Review" June 25, 2022 5.0 My overall experience with Google Authenticator is good. It helps organisation to add a security layer to authenticate user before he/she can access the company data. Pros The most feature about this software which i like is MFA or Two-Factor Authentication. It helps organisation to authenticate user and make their data more secure even if users credentials get compromised. To access data, attacker needs to get the user personal device where he installed his application to get the token to login into the system. Cons As of now, I don't have anything which I don't like about this software. Review Source Akshita B. Student Hospitality Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Why you need Google Authenticator" January 5, 2023 5.0 I have been a long-term user since I found out how easy it was to get hacked. That extra layer made me feel at peace knowing that it won't to easy for a hacker to access my account. Pros As any Authenticator would it provides you with an extra layer of security to access your files or for other people to access them. But it works across multiple platforms and notifies you when someone tries to access it without your permission. It gives you a one-time pin for you to log in to your account keeping it safe from people who might have access to your email and password. The pin also changes every 30 seconds making it impossible for others to guess or access it without your permission. Cons The user interface can be improved to match Google's current material design but other than that there's nothing I would want to be changed. Although more factors can be added to further improve security. Review Source RSS Rishiraj Singh S. Software Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Authenticator Review" June 25, 2022 5.0 By the Google Authenticator, our organization adding additional layer to authenticate users before accessing the company resources. It helps to secure their data even users credentials got compromised. Pros The most about Google Authenticator is help us to authenicate user via either Two-Factor or Multi-Factor feature even users credentials get compromised. It helps organization to secure their data by the Multi-Factor authentication for the user to access it. Cons As of now, i don't have anything which i don't like about this software. Review Source Andrea V. Artista Textil Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Muy buen software para proteger tus cuentas" September 18, 2023 5.0 Mi experiencia ha sido muy buena, lo único malo es que hace unos meses no sabía que tenía que tenía que transferir la cuenta antes de eliminar el software de mi teléfono, y perdí el acceso a todas las cuentas que tenía registradas, tuve que ir a servicio al cliente o la ayuda de cada una de esas cuentas para restaurar, porque no hay otra forma. Entiendo que es por seguridad, pero fue bastante engorroso el proceso. Deberían habilitar otra forma de recuperar la cuenta. Pros Me gusta mucho su simpleza, es muy fácil de usar, es sencillo agregar cuentas. Permite la opción de agregar cuentas con códigos qr, ,lo que hace el proceso mucho más rápido. Hay muchos softwares y páginas que usan este software, la pantalla tiene modo oscuro y es fácil transferir cuentas. Cons Lo que menos me gusta es que, si por mala suerte, pierdes el acceso al software y no transferiste la cuenta antes, vas a perder el acceso ya que no hay manera de recuperarlo. Review Source Claudia M. Estimator Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The one and only" April 6, 2024 5.0 I have been using it as long as every website/account requested a 2FA. Installing it was incredibly easy and it has been my first and only Authenticator APP Pros Google Authenticator is an efortless tool to keep all of your log ins secured. In this era we enter our Google account, email and phone number everywhere. We accept cookies and we give access to websites and apps to deal with our data. Many times these apps and websites have breaches and you need a second layer of protection. Cons I can´t save all of my 2FA in google drive or export Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Manager Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "G Authenticator- The saviour " November 19, 2022 5.0 Super cool Pros Providing TOTPs for no of applications and with no lag is makes more specifical than the other applications Cons I do not want to report any cons for this, because I have found no issue in it Review Source Arturo L. Multi-tasking Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The must-have app for anyone who wants to perform double authentication." June 1, 2022 5.0 Google Authenticator is one of the several authentication apps which has been emerging and gaining popularity being already a favorite for many, and I include myself in that list since it is too easy to secure your accounts against possible hacking attacks and of course, we want to avoid it at all costs, and more living in a completely digital environment and we have too sensitive information. Doing this simple action makes our accounts virtually impossible to hack as it has the notifications of the attempted access to the account, with this we can deny it so that we can access the account, and then we will be able to protect it from hacking. And of course, this is a call to anyone reading this, download an authentication app because you never know when an attack of this kind will come your way. Pros The impressive ease with which you can link your social network accounts since nowadays hacks to personal accounts are the order of the day and I am surprised that many people still do not use this type of app since it is virtually impossible that they can do something to your account of the different social networks you have. The process is quite simple, in almost any social network you have your security tab, there should be some function which is double-authentication, click there and simply use Google Authenticator, you can link it by QR code, and ready, you have your account safe from hackers. Cons The truth is that it is an app that delivers what you ask for and gives you the temporary codes to access your account without any problem, but try to always have an open authenticator account to avoid problems in exporting your accounts to another device. Review Source RE Roger E. Docente Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Seguridad factible con Google Authenticator" September 22, 2023 5.0 Debido a que tengo varias cuentas, utilizo Google Authenticator para ingresar a mis cuentas, generalmente tengo la verificación para evitar intrusos y problemas de seguridad. Para mi es muy importante tener un programa de seguridad de ingreso. Pros Es una herramienta que puedo utilizar en mi dispositivo móvil con mucha facilidad. Veo que es muy seguro debido a que los códigos cambias frecuentemente y me encanta eso. Puedo agregar varias cuentas y cada una de ellas tendrá códigos diferentes. Cons Hay problemas asociados a la aplicación que pueden afectar a tus contraseñas, por eso un día no podía ingresar a mis cuentas y tuve problemas. Es decir, aún así ha demostrado tener algo que podría afectar a la seguridad de las contraseñas. Switched from [Microsoft Authenticator](https://www.capterra.com/p/219694/Microsoft-Authenticator/) Necesitaba utilizar un autenticador de contraseñas que pueda gestionar desde mi celular. Es más conveniente utilizar dispositivos diferentes para ésto. Review Source MM Matteo M. Ingegnere Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Persa l'app, perso ogni accesso ai servizi" September 17, 2023 3.0 Ho abbandonato questo servizio, perché purtroppo mi è capitato di perdere l'accesso all'app Google Authenticator e perdere tutte le chiavi di accesso. In questo modo ho dovuto rifare la procedura di autenticazione a due fattori a tutti i servizi che avevo in app. Pros Il servizio di Google Authenticator permette di fornire codici per l'autenticazione a due fattori di tutti i servizi che vogliamo. Cons L'inconveniente principale e più importante (grave oserei dire) sta nel fatto che se si perde l'accesso all'applicazione (formattazione dello smartphone, malfunzionamento smartphone, disinstallazione app) si perdono tutte le chiavi di accesso che abbiamo in Google Authenticator senza la possibilità di poterle recuperare, se non rifare la procedura di autenticazione a due fattori di tutti i servizi salvati in Google Authenticator. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Sr Customer Operations Engineer Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "This make sure Multi Factor Authentication for Everyone." June 25, 2022 5.0 Overall it is the best application for Multi Factor Authentication (MFA). Pros One of great feature for Google Authenticator is that its availability, easily available on PlayStore and AppStore. With Google Authenticator we are more secure today, even if someone steals your password, this is one way that you are sure that you are safe. Cons May be they can make UI more easier, just by having notification on Mobile App, you should be able to authenticate with one click. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer B2B Consultant Banking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple yet functional" March 28, 2023 5.0 Pros I really like how simple Google Authenticator is to use in general, I have no major problem with using it. Cons Sometimes the durations to use the code seems to be too little, so I have to wait for new codes to appear and then continue. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Authenticator](https://www.capterra.com/p/219694/Microsoft-Authenticator/) Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Recruiting Enablement Specialist Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Good overall but has some issues" June 24, 2023 3.0 Pros It's secure and easy to use. You don't need any training to pick it up. Cons There were times where the mobile app failed on my phone. Review Source AKA Abraham Kwame A. Business man Photography Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Appreciation" September 24, 2022 5.0 My current benefits with Google autheticator is, I now do my sign in and out with the software Pros What I even like about the software is, it's easy to use Cons What I like least about the software is the scanning of the barcodes moves very fast so one should always be fast Review Source TO Tracy O. Owner Graphic Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The only two-factor authentication you need." July 15, 2022 5.0 I love and trust Google Authenticator. It’s the only app I have and will ever use for my two-factor authentication. It gives me the extra layer of security for my crypto wallet and my social media accounts. There is a lot of hacking going around lately and with Google Authenticator and a strong password – I know I have double the security. Pros The best thing about Google Authenticator is that it’s easy to set up and use. Even when I suggest it to my not-so-tech-savvy clients, they are able to set it up and use it. It integrates seamlessly into my business, and I have it connected to every application that I use online that will allow me to. I know that my social media profiles have an extra layer of security which is great, especially with all the hacking going around lately. Cons There is nothing that I dislike about it. Review Source RG Ruben G. Real Estate Real Estate Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Google Authenticator does the job" May 19, 2024 5.0 Pros It does exactly what you need it to do and as quickly and efficiently as you need it. Cons Honestly, I don't have any complaints about this software. It is solid. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Senior Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best Multi factor Authentication Software" July 29, 2022 5.0 Overall it's been a great experience, I always use this, very easy and very secured. One of the best in market for open source. Pros It's open source and very user friendly user interface Cons It's difficult to get access of the codes when we loose the mobile. Back up and recovery management should be made friendly and also user should get notification to backup after incase if we loose the configured mobile phone Review Source Similar Products Featured