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HYPR Authenticate vs Yubico Authenticator

Both stand on authenticator apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

HYPR Authenticate

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

HYPR Authenticate combines passkey-based login with mobile pairing, offline access, and integrations for enterprise environments. Compare the monthly plans by their listed access and identity features.

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Yubico Authenticator

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

Yubico Authenticator pairs code generation with credentials stored on a YubiKey, which can be used across its mobile and desktop apps. A YubiKey is required for desktop OATH code generation and display.

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The facts

HYPR AuthenticateYubico Authenticator
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, WindowsAndroid, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planIdentity Assurance Access: $3 per user a monthFree or on request
Plans published31
MakerHYPR AuthenticateYubico Authenticator
Websitehypr.comyubico.com
On authenticator apps#7 of 111#3 of 111

HYPR Authenticate: what it does well

  • Uses a smartphone as a FIDO2 passkey.
  • Supports workstation access without internet connectivity.
  • Can pair multiple phones and computers for enterprise login.
  • Free pilot is available for up to 50 users.

What to know first

  • Identity Assurance Access is $3 a month, billed monthly.
  • Identity Assurance Plus is $6 a month, billed monthly.
  • Identity Assurance Advanced is $9 a month, billed monthly.

Yubico Authenticator: what it does well

  • Supports TOTP and HOTP codes
  • Credentials are held in a YubiKey secure element
  • Same codes available across desktop and mobile apps
  • Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android

What to know first

  • Desktop OATH code generation requires a YubiKey
  • No push approvals
  • No encrypted backup or multi-device sync

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