# 4 Authentication Mobile Apps Users Love | Capterra > Looking for an authentication mobile app to secure your access to applications? Check this list of 4 authentication mobile apps that users love. Source: https://www.capterra.com/resources/mobile-authentication-apps-users-love --- IT & Software DevelopmentSecurity # 4 Authentication Mobile Apps Users Love By Shephalii Kapoor Shephalii Kapoor Writer Experience I’ve been writing for Capterra since September 2021, providing expert insights to help small businesses find the right software solutions. ... [See bio & all articles](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/skapoor/) Published February 13, 2023 8 min read ## Four authentication mobile apps that help verify the user’s identity. Are you an IT manager who often finds it challenging to manage multiple passwords, implement authentication methods, and prevent data breaches while simultaneously ensuring regulatory compliance? While an authentication solution can solve such challenges for you, convenience of authentication remains a matter of concern. This is where mobile apps can help. While web or desktop authentication tools can be used for securing access to a user’s account or sensitive information, mobile applications can be more convenient, especially for the remote workforce. The apps, with a relatively more clickable interface as compared to traditional desktop or laptop devices, allow users to conveniently access their accounts from anywhere.  We highlight the top four authentication mobile apps based on sentiment analysis of reviews in alphabetical order. [Read more](#methodology). ## 1\. Duo Security: Supports multiple authentication controls #### Trial/Free Version - Free Trial - Free Version #### Device Compatibilty #### Screenshots Approve or deny login request in Duo Security ([Source](https://www.capterra.com/p/228827/Duo-Security/)) \* Analysis Accurate as of January 01, 2023 [Duo Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/228827/Duo-Security/) is a two-factor (2FA) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) system for user identity verification. Duo mobile supports multiple authentication controls, such as push notifications, biometrics, and passcodes to ensure complete security of your accounts. It also allows you to approve or deny authentication requests and prevents fraudulent users from accessing important business applications.  **Mobile features of interest\*:** - **Single-tap verification:** Verify your identity by quickly approving push notifications on your mobile device without entering verification codes manually. You can also deny unfamiliar login attempts. - **Offline access:** Generate passcodes for logging into accounts and applications even when your mobile device is not connected to the internet. These are time-based passcodes that expire after a certain time period. - **QR code scanner:** Scan QR codes to add new multi-factor authentication accounts. Users need to explicitly grant permission to Duo to access their device camera and scan QR codes received from another application instead of entering the activation code manually.    **Customer support:** Phone, email, and chat **Mobile starting price:** Free for up to 10 users Duo Security has reported an overall 57% positive sentiment for its mobile app. ## 2\. LastPass: Offers biometric authentication for secure login #### Trial/Free Version - Free Trial - Free Version #### Device Compatibilty #### Screenshots Autofill feature in LastPass ([Source](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/)) \* Analysis Accurate as of January 01, 2023 [LastPass](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/) is an online password manager that enables users to generate, store and share their login credentials in a secure vault. The software product is compatible with both Android and iOS users. LastPass authenticator app can be used to access and manage passwords. It also offers features, such as two-factor authentication, offline access to passwords, and password synchronization across multiple devices. The mobile app also facilitates biometric authentication that enables users to access and login into their LastPass app.   **Mobile features of interest\*:** - **Form autofill:** Automatically fill in credentials, such as username, password, and banking information on your mobile device. This helps save the time and effort required to manually update login information every time you access a website or an app. The feature uses information that the user has stored in their LastPass account. - **Passwordless login:** Login to your mobile app’s LastPass vault using the device’s stored biometrics, such as fingerprint or facial features. The system uses biometric authentication to retrieve your master password and authorize access, thereby eliminating the need to manually enter your master password to access your LastPass vault. - **Secure password generator:** Generate unique and strong passwords for multiple online accounts via the mobile app. You can customize passwords with various options, such as password length and complexity. You can also save the passwords generated for specific URLs or usernames.  **Customer support:** Phone, email, and chat **Mobile starting price:** Free (access to one device type - computer or mobile) LastPass has reported 52% positive sentiment for its mobile app. ## 3\. Microsoft Authenticator: Increases security with time-based one-time passcode #### Trial/Free Version - Free Trial - Free Version #### Device Compatibilty #### Screenshots Password autofill in Microsoft Authenticator ([Source](https://www.capterra.com/p/219694/Microsoft-Authenticator/)) \* Analysis Accurate as of January 01, 2023 [Microsoft Authenticator](https://www.capterra.com/p/219694/Microsoft-Authenticator/) is an authentication app for mobile devices that uses two-factor verification to provide easy, secure access to users’ online accounts. The authenticator app simplifies passwordless logins for Microsoft account users and provides added security for third-party applications and services. It offers time-based one-time passcode (TOTP) support which allows users to validate their identity using a temporary one-time numeric passcode, generated by an algorithm that uses the current time of the day as an authentication factor, among others. **Mobile features of interest\*:** - **Number matching and additional context:** Prevent accidental approvals by entering the number displayed on your sign-in screen at the time of approving a multi-factor authentication request. Administrators can also set an additional context for push notifications that allow users to verify their identity by confirming details, such as their current device or location, at the time of logging into an online account. - **Password autofill:** Automatically fill in your login credentials on websites or applications without having to manually enter the details every time you log in. The feature syncs passwords across mobile, Microsoft Edge, and Google Chrome. - **Cloud backup and recovery:** Back up your online account information, including credentials and app settings to the cloud and securely transfer them to a new device when needed. This feature enables users to access their accounts from multiple devices and is available for both Android and iOS users. **Customer support:** Phone, email, and knowledge base **Mobile starting price:** Free with a Microsoft account Microsoft Authenticator app ranks first in the mobile authentication solutions list with over 65% positive sentiments about its mobile version. ## 4\. Okta: Secures devices with mobility management  #### Trial/Free Version - Free Trial - Free Version #### Device Compatibilty #### Screenshots Multifactor policies in Okta ([Source](https://www.capterra.com/p/119653/Okta/)) \* Analysis Accurate as of January 01, 2023 [Okta](https://www.capterra.com/p/119653/Okta/) is an identity management platform with a mobile app for iPad, iPhone, and Android users. Okta mobile app offers single sign-in to your other mobile applications. It supports multiple authentication factors, and both push-based and soft token verification methods. As an Okta mobile user, you can also enroll in Okta Mobility Management (OMM), which secures your mobile device and configures it to provide easy access to your contacts, work email, and applications.  **Mobile features of interest\*:** - **Single sign-in and multi-factor authentication:** Access multiple applications with a single set of login credentials. The system also enables you to add an extra layer to security by setting up multi-factor authentication methods, including a password and fingerprint recognition to gain access to applications on a mobile device. Okta MFA for mobile includes push notifications, one-time passcodes, and biometrics.  - **Integrations with internal and external applications**: Securely connect with various external applications and those within the Okta Integration Network (OIN), such as Microsoft Office 365, Salesforce, Workday, and Google Workspace. Users can access applications in OIN using single sign-in from a mobile device.  - **Number challenge:** Avoid fraudulent login attempts by enabling push notifications with number challenge on your device. It works by presenting users with three numbers in the sign-in instructions. The user has to tap the correct number as appearing in their browser. Number challenge can be configured for Android, iOS, and Apple Watch devices.   **Customer support:** Phone, email, and chat **Mobile starting price:** $2 per user, per month Multifactor policies in Okta ([Source](https://www.capterra.com/p/119653/Okta/)) ## Why should you consider a mobile app for your authentication needs? Mobile authentication apps, available for download via Google and Apple app stores, offer several features for your authentication needs. Here are some common reasons why you should consider a mobile authentication solution. - Enables users to authenticate from anywhere, at any time using their smartphones, making access more convenient compared to traditional desktop or laptop devices. - Offers secure codes for offline authentication that allow users to gain access even without an internet connection.  - Cost-effective as compared to traditional hardware tokens. - Offers built-in security features, such as biometric recognition to provide an extra layer of security over the traditional username and password authentication methods.  ## How to choose authentication mobile apps for your business Choosing mobile authentication apps for your business requires careful consideration of your specific needs. If you are a small business owner, here are some common considerations to help you choose the most suited mobile authentication apps. - **Understand your business requirements.** While considering an authentication app, understand your business-specific requirements and the features that you necessarily want in your app. For instance, you may want to consider the level of security offered by the app to protect mobile data and analyze it to check if it meets your organization’s security needs. Some security features that you can look at include, encryption, push notifications, time-based passwords, device management, and compliance with industry regulations. Other than these, consider ease of use, scalability, technical support, and integration with existing/third-party systems. - **Look for FIPS-mode encryption.** Your mobile authentication app should operate in a mode that is compliant with the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the United States. Before considering a mobile authentication app, make sure to check for FIPS encryption as it helps protect mobile app data and is considered a benchmark for data security. - **Evaluate authentication methods.** Consider all the authentication factors and methods supported by the app before finalizing a mobile authentication solution. These may include password-based authentication and biometric authentication, such as fingerprint or facial recognition on a mobile device. Determine which options will work best for your end users and their specific needs. ## Common questions to ask when selecting authentication mobile apps Here are some common questions that you can ask vendors before shortlisting the right authentication apps for your business. Does the mobile app offer necessary reporting features? Many mobile authentication apps offer reporting and analytics features that enable users to track login attempts, monitor user behavior, and identify potential security breaches. Before selecting the best mobile app for your business needs, ask the software provider about the app’s reporting features and the reports that you can potentially generate with the app. What platforms are supported by the authentication tool? Before considering an authentication tool, make sure that the system supports all the platforms and devices (Android, iOS) used by the organization. Also, check the mobile versions supported by the software when looking for the best mobile app. Does the app offer offline access? Offline access ensures that you have access to important applications and resources even without an internet connection, thereby ensuring increased productivity at all times. While evaluating potential mobile authentication applications, do check with the vendor whether these allow you to login into multiple accounts and applications without the internet. ## Capterra's 2026 Software Buying Trends Report ### Download our 2026 Software Buying Trends Report to see how successful software adopters avoid disappointment and how your business can, too. * * * **Methodology** To be considered for this list, products had to: 1. Have at least 20 unique product reviews from users, published within the past two years that mention mobile-specific capabilities (based on text analysis), with an average rating of 3.0 or higher as of January 01, 2023. 2. Meet our definition for authentication software: “_Authentication software enables client-side and server-side identification of users to perform secure online transactions or access corporate resources, applications, and facilities._” 3. Have an overall positive user sentiment, which means that the user sentiment regarding mobile usage of the product must be more positive than negative, according to our sentiment analysis.  The products with the highest percentage of positive sentiment (versus neutral or negative sentiment) were selected for this article. The sentiment score was calculated by identifying the positive and negative user sentiment specifically around mobile app usage. \*Mobile features of interest were identified from vendor websites. Our research team selected the features considering what we know users expect or find important in a mobile experience and what appears to be relatively unique to a given product. Read more about our editorial independence. * * * Looking for Authentication software?Check out Capterra's list of the [best Authentication software](https://www.capterra.com/authentication-software/) solutions. ### Was this article helpful? * * * ## About the Author [### Shephalii Kapoor](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/skapoor/) Shephalii Kapoor is a writer at Capterra. 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