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Fortinet FortiAuthenticator vs Fortinet FortiToken vs Yubico YubiKey comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Authentication Systems category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is 3.4%, down from 8.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortinet FortiToken is 2.4%, down from 6.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Yubico YubiKey is 3.1%, down from 9.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Authentication Systems Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator3.4%
Fortinet FortiToken2.4%
Yubico YubiKey3.1%
Other91.1%
Authentication Systems
 

Featured Reviews

Sachin Vinay - PeerSpot reviewer
Assistant Manager-Networks at a university with 1,001-5,000 employees
Supports secure remote authentication and provides comprehensive user activity tracking
The most important feature is the security capability because it provides a substantial amount of security for admin-related activities. Fortinet FortiAuthenticator can be used from anywhere in the world, and the authenticator services function globally. This global accessibility is one of the critical advantages, particularly since admin features are critical and security is a real concern. With Fortinet FortiAuthenticator, secure usage of firewall services and related functions is achieved. A complete log of all users who access the authenticator setup is maintained. Monthly logs are reviewed to check for any unnoticed activities. Each authenticated user's complete activity history is recorded. This logging capability allows for providing access to more admin users while ensuring security is not compromised and all users can be monitored.
Ahmed Auf - PeerSpot reviewer
Cybersecurity SNB Technical Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Has strengthened user authentication and remains reliable despite recent license transfer limitations
I love to work with Fortinet FortiToken because it's easy to configure with any user and with FortiAuthenticator. We uploaded it and use it for any authentication with any user, with integration with any device. With FortiAuthenticator, we integrated it with any server, such as Active Directory, and use the token for VPN and other purposes. In the future, we ask customers to use it with FortiAuthenticator, not just the token, as it provides better integration capabilities. When we buy a specific Fortinet FortiToken, we use it on FortiGate only. Fortinet FortiToken provides very important security benefits because it is used to manage FortiGate from outside, exclusively with Fortinet FortiToken. Without Fortinet FortiToken, administrators cannot use or add admin privileges or manage it from outside, as this could lead to attacks or malicious activity.
KM
Co-Founder at LBR Infosolutions
Robust authentication boosts security in restricted environments
Yubico YubiKey is highly valued for its anti-phishing feature, which prevents phishing of OTPs that are normally obtained through phones. The security features of Yubico YubiKey make it stand out among other MFA products in India, as it prevents anyone from accessing my password or PIN. Additionally, it supports receiving OTPs on phones.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The initial setup of Fortinet FortiAuthenticator was straightforward, working effectively out of the box."
"The first valuable feature is being able to see everything on one platform. This includes logs and authentication failure."
"The integration into tools, including CI/CD pipelines, is easy and handy."
"FortiAuthenticator is really good software that integrates very well with Fortinet products."
"Using this product strengthens enterprise security."
"It is used for SSO, single sign-on, and as a captive portal."
"For FortiAuthentication, it's a good price in comparison to any other competitor."
"This is a cost effective and flexible solution."
"FortiToken is available in a soft or hard token factor, so there's some flexibility in that. Beyond that, I would say it is a stable solution that has worked for us."
"We like the mobile FortiToken."
"I love the push-button authentication on FortiToken Mobile. It's also great that the soft token automatically reloads the OTP at intervals, so I always have a fresh code to enter."
"Fortinet FortiToken provides security and authenticates that the right external people are working with a company's system."
"The solution is great for security, it is easy to implement, the deployment is quick and simple, it is stable and reliable, and the cost isn't too high."
"The initial setup is easy. You receive a QR code via email, scan it, and add it. No complicated procedures involved."
"The solution is unique in catering to Fortinet, making it very useful and secure."
"If you're looking for a fast installation, easy deployment, and not much maintenance, this is the solution to go for, but the only thing is that it is good for Fortinet."
"Yubico YubiKey is highly valued for its anti-phishing feature, which prevents phishing of OTPs that are normally obtained through phones."
"The solution is simple to use and we have installed it in our clients' endpoints. The tool is just plug-and-play for the end user. The end user can just put in the key to the security computer and log in without any hassle. The solution is efficient, user-friendly, and easy to use."
"It's small and lightweight. Like a phone, it doesn't run out of battery. It also doesn't have to be unlocked. It doesn't break. Moreover, they're very durable and it's very convenient."
"YubiKey is a hardware security device with advanced security features."
"The most valuable feature of Yubico YubiKey is security."
 

Cons

"The GUI is on the older side but I'm sure that it will be upgraded soon. It works, but it looks a little dated."
"Improvements in the product could start from the dashboard, overall customization, and configuration."
"I think FortiAuthenticator is more expensive than other products like Cisco Duo."
"If two-factor authentication is needed also for the end-devices, for example endpoints or servers, I think FortiAuthenticator is not yet the most mature solution."
"The product must provide 2FA for applications."
"The solution's command line interface could be improved to provide better support for low-level debugging and advanced configurations."
"Fortinet FortiAuthenticator could benefit from some artificial intelligence functionality and resolution of some glitches that may exist."
"No SMS gateway from the ISP"
"It is not scalable because it is attached to one device."
"FortiToken should provide enhanced SMS services for those users who do not have smartphones."
"The Fortinet FortiToken server doesn't have centralized integration with other Fortinet tools and third-party tools."
"We can only use the tool with the FortiToken Mobile app."
"One suggestion is to develop a more user-friendly solution that is cost-effective so that a hardware-based solution can be provided to all users using VPN services or any configuration service requiring confidentiality."
"Fortinet FortiToken should improve its push notifications."
"Fortinet FortiToken is not easy to change because after installing it on one person, it can be transferred to another, but we need support and cannot self-manage it."
"I would like to see complete OAuth support. Also, if they can support it from a SaaS (Software as a Service) or cloud platform, that would be great."
"Yubico YubiKey could be improved by allowing for centralized administration, which is not currently available in India."
"It would be better if the product can come up with a serial number for the keys. It would be nice if they had a numbering system as a configuration identity that would help the IT and technical teams to identify the keys because they look all the same. It would be more like putting a tag on them."
"Yubico YubiKey is inconvient. No one likes the idea of having to put a USB device into the system, having to remember to take it out, and having passwords. It may be very good for security but it is not great for people to use."
"It's a hardware device, so it isn't cost-effective to use for all your accounts. You might have a hard time getting budget approval. It's better to take a strategic approach and use it only for critical accounts. You can use other forms of authentication for the rest."
"Currently, an area where the product lacks is in addressing service needs."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"When we buy the Fortinet FortiAuthenticator device there is a comparison between price and security."
"I would start off with a VM including the base license and scale according to the number of users you need to authenticate."
"The cost of the license could be less expensive. The license is paid on a yearly basis."
"The product has affordable pricing compared to other vendors."
"The product could be more competitively priced."
"The pricing is fair."
"The platform provides a user-based pricing model rather than a subscription pricing model."
"The price seems okay. It's not that expensive compared to other authenticators."
"I would rate the pricing as an eight out of ten. We purchased the solution at a reasonable price in 2019."
"It is included as part of our firewall license."
"Although the platform is relatively expensive, it offers significant value. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."
"I rate the tool's pricing a five out of ten."
"The pricing is not very high, so I'd rate it around six out of ten, where one is high and ten is low."
"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."
"From an Indian perspective, it's definitely costlier."
"Fortinet FortiToken is not an expensive solution."
"We paid 100 bucks for one Yubikey."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
11%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Computer Software Company
9%
Construction Company
7%
Computer Software Company
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Construction Company
7%
Government
11%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Company SizeCount
Small Business38
Midsize Enterprise18
Large Enterprise11
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Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise9
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Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiAuthenticator?
Fortinet can make Fortinet FortiAuthenticator better by having a cloud version of it. Currently, Fortinet FortiAuthen...
What is your primary use case for Fortinet FortiAuthenticator?
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is primarily used for authenticating admin users, including remote admin use cases. Remot...
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiToken?
Fortinet FortiToken is not easy to change because after installing it on one person, it can be transferred to another...
What is your primary use case for Fortinet FortiToken?
Fortinet FortiToken is primarily used for VPN access to the internet, which is the main use case for my clients and me.
What advice do you have for others considering Fortinet FortiToken?
We use Fortinet and their products. I understand your points about Fortinet FortiToken. It is easy to integrate Forti...
What needs improvement with Yubico YubiKey?
Yubico YubiKey could be improved by allowing for centralized administration, which is not currently available in Indi...
What is your primary use case for Yubico YubiKey?
I primarily use Yubico YubiKey ( /products/yubico-yubikey-reviews ) for authentication in environments such as Active...
What advice do you have for others considering Yubico YubiKey?
From an individual perspective, no improvements are required for Yubico YubiKey. However, at a corporate or enterpris...
 

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Sample Customers

Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
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