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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Google Authenticator

    Score8.9 out of 10
    N/AGoogle Authenticator is a mobile authentication app.N/A

    LastPass for Business

    Score8.1 out of 10
    N/ALastPass is a password management application to simplify access to enterprise applications for users but also increase centrality and ease of management of access for administrators with task automation, convenient and secure password sharing, and other features.

    $36

    per year 1 user

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    Google AuthenticatorLastPass for Business
    Editions & Modules
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    Free
    $0.00
    Premium
    $3.00
    per month (billed annually)
    Teams
    $4.00
    Per User Per Month (billed annually)
    Enterprise
    $6.00
    Per User Per Month (billed annually)
    Identity
    $8.00
    Per User Per Month (billed annually)
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Google AuthenticatorLastPass for Business
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeOptionalOptional
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    Community Pulse
    Google AuthenticatorLastPass for Business
    Considered Both Products
    Google
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Google Authenticator is awesome. We used LastPass in the past. In general, I don't like password saving or authenticating services because it feels like a vault that I am putting all my trust in. With Google, they have made it so easy and secure, I feel confident. I have …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    LastPass is the most similar to Authenticator that we're currently using, but I honestly wouldn't say they are all that similar. Authenticator is another step up, security-wise, from password managers as far as internet safety goes.
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    The other apps I mention are password managers as well as opposed to stand alone authenticator apps. In terms of how it stacks up against authenticator only apps, I'm not sure as I haven't compared against those. Google Authenticator is great to recommend to people who don't …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    There are a few things to keep in mind when using Google Authenticator. Second, it's imperative that everything be kept as simple as possible. Many customers don't understand why they're putting up MFA, therefore adding further difficulty to their daily routines is always a …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Being under the google umbrella gives a level of reassurance to our users. It seems to be cleaner and easier to use for our users. Being able to use a product from an already known vendor helps onboard new users to the software. It is clean and easy to use, all of the users …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Google Authenticator is only really competing against SMS two-factor. Instead of getting a text from random phone numbers all the time, you go to one app/ website to get access to any account.

    In addition, we can allow our members to share the same Google account (with a master …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    I was using a miscellaneous one from the app store that I can't find listed here, but decided to switch because the one I had would glitch a lot and not update in real-time, so I would sometimes lock myself out of the program I was trying to get into. Google Authenticator is …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Google Authenticator has just become a key player in the industry. It's a piece of software that employees also will use privately if they know a bit of security. So it's easy to get users to use it as they already know if from Facebook or similar applications. If your …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Google Authenticator is one of many methods for 2-step verification and there are plenty of alternatives. For our situation, Google Authenticator was the obvious choice and it is well supported across the industry. When a higher level of security is required, we turn to FIDO …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    I wanted to add Microsoft Authenticator to the comparison list but I could not find Microsoft Authenticator among the options here. However, Google Authenticator is more intuitive to use than LastPass or Microsoft Authenticator. It is a pity it does not support Microsoft …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Other options exist for 2FA: IBM, ATT, RSA, Authy, and other hardware and software-based companies provide 2FA services to individuals and organizations. Google Authenticator was chosen for its ease-of-use, reliability, robust security, and accessibility to the entirety of the …
    Incentivized
    Chose Google Authenticator
    Google Authenticator does one thing, and one thing well - it authenticates you are the account owner for the online account you are logging into. There are other alternatives out there such as DUO, and LastPass authenticator but Google Authenticator works for some of the most …
    Incentivized
    LastPass
    Chose LastPass for Business
    I haven't used a lot of password management softwares a side from the Google password saver that comes from using a specific browser but I would recommend Lastpass to anyone that needs to save a lot of passwords securely across multiple devices.
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    95%
    Would buy again
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    98%
    Would buy again
    86 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    98%
    Delivers good value for the price
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    100%
    Delivers good value for the price
    80 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    86%
    Happy with the feature set
    37 Answers
    98%
    Happy with the feature set
    86 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    97%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    99%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    70 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    98%
    Implementation went as expected
    39 Answers
    96%
    Implementation went as expected
    69 Answers
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    1Password
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    Enterprises
    Symantec VIP
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    KeePass
    Score8.9 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Google AuthenticatorLastPass for Business
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.2
    (51 ratings)
    8.1
    (150 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    10.0
    (5 ratings)
    Usability
    8.7
    (8 ratings)
    9.9
    (14 ratings)
    Availability
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Performance
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.6
    (8 ratings)
    8.5
    (88 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Configurability
    4.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Ease of integration
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    5.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.0
    (123 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Google AuthenticatorLastPass for Business
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Google
    Logging into my work accounts is where Google Authenticator works best. Also, I had a personal account get hacked. I had an account created to book hotels, but someone was constantly resetting my password. To prevent further hacking attempts, I set up Google Authenticator. I do not believe it would be appropriate for banking accounts.
    Incentivized
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    LastPass
    Honestly, I cannot think of a scenario where LastPass is less appropriate for business use. LastPass has done nothing but help me complete my day to day work in a much more efficient manner. Due to LastPass I no longer have to try and remember my user IDs and password and I save time by not having to type the data into the user ID and password fields. This is exceptionally helpful for me as I work in IT/Software Support and I am logging in and out of the same websites numerous times a day.
    Incentivized
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    Pros
    Google
    • One strength is in how it checks identity to stop unwanted people from getting access.
    • Another strength is in cutting down on the frustration of users for the authentication process.
    • With the pandemic and needing to work away from the office it also provided additional security in keeping our network/infrastructure safe.
    Incentivized
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    LastPass
    • Ability to store multiple different logins for one site for assistants that work under multiple solicitors.
    • Ability to share passwords between staff when needed without them being sent by email or simply passed around on notes, making it much more secure.
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    Cons
    Google
    • I once performed a factory reset of my smartphone which had Google Authenticator. I didn't have a backup for the device. When I restored my phone with the same google account, I was not able to restore the authenticator app settings. I had to add all the keys back into the app to use it. This is cumbersome, but I understand it is set up this way for security reasons.
    • I don't like the ease with which it lets you delete a key. If I accidentally delete a key, I am doomed to get my 2FA key reset, unless I still have the QR code saved somewhere.
    Incentivized
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    LastPass
    • It does not work for all platforms. some secure platforms are still managing to avoid the usage of platforms like these.
    • Sometimes we add passwords and we have to do it a few times for them to show in the selected folder.
    • I have nothing else.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Google
    It works as intended, easy to setup, free and gives you another level of security against any unwanted access or cyber attacks
    Incentivized
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    LastPass
    LastPass has been a game changer for me. I keep more than 100 passwords for financial sites for my company and many of those sites will automatically log you out if you've been idle for 10 or 15 minutes. Typing and re-typing credentials is not only extremely inefficient, but it also adds the risk that you could type them incorrectly and have your account locked. LastPass fills in all my credentials automatically and helps me to generate secure passwords for new sites. I will always want this software on my machine because it makes my life so much easier.
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    Usability
    Google
    It's as easy as opening the app and what I need it for is there. I don't have to fumble with other accounts or getting something else to open it for me. I have all the access that I need for the use of the app within seconds and I can get access to the info that I need.
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    LastPass
    I login to LastPass when I turn on my computer in the morning and I use it throughout the day. I cannot express how much easier, quicker, smoother (running out of adjectives) this is than our old Excel spreadsheet. I don't bookmark pages anymore, I put them in last pass as all I have to do is search for the site name, press launch and because I have auto signin for most of the sites, I'm in and doing my business in seconds. Truly a blessing!
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    Reliability and Availability
    Google
    In terms of availability, I had not experienced any issues with outages or the product not working when needed
    Incentivized
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    LastPass
    No answers on this topic
    Performance
    Google
    The performance of google Authenticator is good and I have not experienced any slow downs
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    LastPass
    No answers on this topic
    Support Rating
    Google
    I have found Google’s support to be hit or miss. There are times when they are very responsive, and I get my issue resolved quickly, and there are times where a response from them takes weeks. There is no in-between. But my support experience with this particular product is nonexistent because I have not had a problem with it yet. Hopefully, we do not have any problems with it either.
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    LastPass
    Haven't had to directly contact support all that much (at least not me personally, I don't know that anyone else on the team has needed to) but the Help Desk options/resources and documentation available are enough to answer any questions, although for what it's worth, the contact support options are not hard to find, and aren't hidden like some sites have it. Additionally, free new user training is offered for those who want it.
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    Implementation Rating
    Google
    It was easy to implement and it went very smoothly. No issues
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    LastPass
    Educating users on password management and the basics of the solution is key to then have them successfully start using it themselves. Many have taken it further and now use it for personal passwords as well.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Google
    First, Google Authenticator meets the security requirements which should be considered "table stakes". Second, simplicity is critical. Many users don' understand why they are setting up MFA (or they just don't care), and so adding additional complications to their day-to-day is always challenging. When it is simple, it makes life a lot easier. Finally, trust (due to the brand name recognition, primarily) removes any notion of "what is this?" that the user may have from being required to install something on their personal device for work purposes.
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    LastPass
    I use LastPass for Business has a user as it has been chosen by my company. If I have to compare with other tools that I use for personal reasons like KeePassXC I consider LastPass well integrated, I don;t find the same good way with the other tool I just mentioned.
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    Scalability
    Google
    The product doesn’t have any features of tools that can help it scale
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    LastPass
    Access levels and the organization features in LastPass are so flexible that you can set up your structure to work for virtually any scenario. You can also prevent employees from being able to see the actual credentials, which is huge for security, especially in large companies.
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    Return on Investment
    Google
    • More secure data = less worried about a data breach.
    • Takes longer to log in, and if I don't have my phone then I have to go looking for it, so it really makes it so that you can't be without your phone, which in certain instances is annoying or not possible and can hold up work time.
    • Everyone is willing to use the same program because everyone likes Google—makes it easier to manage.
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    LastPass
    • Our IT team spends less time protecting and correcting security issues and more time doing functions that will help grow the company.
    • Time is saved by everyone not having to figure out passwords, but can be immediately logged in to all they need.
    • The ease of having a bird's eye view of how everyone is using LastPass and connecting to their websites and apps.
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