--- description: Review of Microsoft Authenticator Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Microsoft Authenticator | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Authentication Software](/directory/4311/authentication/software) > [Microsoft Authenticator](/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator) # Microsoft Authenticator Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator Page: 1 / 17\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/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 402 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 402 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 (1 total) - Microsoft 365 ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support ## Category - [Authentication Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/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. ----- ### "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\! ----- ### "Meh, Not a fan" — 3.0/5 > **Tanya** | *22 August 2025* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 5.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I like about Microsoft Authenticator that is helps with securely logging in into private programs. > > **Cons**: Was extremely tricky to set up. I switched phones and I had to call support to help reset it onto my new phone. ----- ### "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. It just works. ----- ### "Simple and easy two factor authentication" — 5.0/5 > **Andonis** | *31 May 2025* | Facilities Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: One stop application for saving all my important credentials and two factor authentication for multiple services > > **Cons**: Disappointed that they are removing password saving for Android devices, this feature was very handy and saved me a lot of time ----- Page: 1 / 17\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/399497/microsoft-authenticator) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | ----- ## Structured Data