# Entrust Identity as a Service vs Google Authenticator Comparison
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## AI Generated Summary
- **G2 reviewers report** that Google Authenticator excels in **ease of use** , with many users appreciating its straightforward interface. One user mentioned, "It doesn't take a rocket scientist to be able to use it," highlighting how intuitive the app is for signing into sensitive sites.
- **Users say** that Entrust Identity as a Service offers **flexibility** in device management, allowing secure logins from multiple devices. A reviewer noted, "This software allows you to confirm your identity from a second device for logins in an easy-to-manage way," which can be particularly beneficial for enterprise environments.
- **Reviewers mention** that Google Authenticator has a significantly higher number of reviews, indicating a broader user base and more reliable feedback. With 549 reviews compared to Entrust's 11, users can feel more confident in the experiences shared by others.
- **According to verified reviews** , Google Authenticator's **quick setup process** is a standout feature, with users praising the initial configuration as "very easy." This can be a crucial factor for small businesses looking to implement MFA without extensive IT resources.
- **Users highlight** that while Entrust Identity as a Service is **secure and fast** , it may not match the same level of user satisfaction as Google Authenticator, which boasts a higher overall rating. One user described it as "easy, fast and secure," but the lower volume of reviews suggests less widespread validation.
- **G2 reviewers indicate** that Google Authenticator's **quality of support** is a strong point, with a score reflecting user satisfaction. Users appreciate the reliability of the app, stating it "always works in seconds," which contributes to a positive overall experience.



| | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 11 | 582 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (63.6% of reviews) | Small-Business (44.0% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | $2.00 1 user, per month | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Entrust Identity as a Service

**Not enough data**

### Google Authenticator

Pros:
- Ease of Use (34 reviews)
- Security (22 reviews)

Cons:
- Missing Features (7 reviews)
- Authentication Issues (5 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | 9.4 (452 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 9.5 (462 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | Not enough data | 9.5 (149 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | 9.1 (46 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | Not enough data | 8.8 (330 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 9.3 (37 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | Not enough data | 9.0 (424 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Entrust Identity as a Service

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Standard Workforce Bundle

Price: $2.00 1 user, per month

Description: Multi-factor authentication for a variety of remote access applications, single sign-on and out-of-the-box Microsoft Active Directory integration.

Key Features:
- User self service - password reset, authenticators
- VPN remote access
- Single Sign On

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/entrust-identity-as-a-service/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Google Authenticator

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Single Sign-On (SSO)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Authentication Options

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Authentication User experience** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Supports Required Authentication systems** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Supports Required Authentication Methods/Protocols** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Federation/SAML support (idp)** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Federation/SAML support (sp)** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Access Control Types

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Endpoint access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Local Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Partner Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Supports BYOD users** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Ease of installation on server** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Password Policy Enforcement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Administration Console** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Ease of connecting applications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Self Service Password Administration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Multiple Operating system support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Domain Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross Browser support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Fail over protection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Auditing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third Party Web Services support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### User Provisioning and Governance Tools

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### User on/off Boarding

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Self Service Access requests** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Smart/Automated Provisioning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Termination** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Approval Workflows** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### User Maintenance

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Self Service Password Reset** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bulk Changes** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Bi-directional Identity Synchronization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Governance

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Identifies and Alerts for Threats** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance Audits** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile App** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Ease of set up for target systems** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **APIs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | 9.1/10 | 302 |

#### Authentication type

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **SMS-Based** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Voice-Based Telephony** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Email-Based** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Hardware Token-Based** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Software Token** | Not enough data | 9.4 (243 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Biometric Factor** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Mobile-Push** | Not enough data | 8.8 (212 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Risk-Based Authentication** | Not enough data | 8.9 (197 reviews) | 

#### Functionality

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Multi-Device Sync** | Not enough data | 8.8 (236 reviews) | 
| **Backup** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

#### Implementation

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Easy Setup** | Not enough data | 9.5 (264 reviews) ✓ Verified | 
| **Mobile SDK** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 
| **Web SDK** | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

### Cloud Directory Services

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Access Control

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Role Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Termination** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Remote Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Partner Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Smart/Automated Provisioning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **On-premise identity repositories supported** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Ease of Connecting Applications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Functionality

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **SSO** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Supports Required Authentication systems** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Biometric Authentication

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Integration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Uses Open Standards** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile SDK** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workforce Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customer Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Encryption** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Audit Trails** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Regulatory Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Risk-Based Authentication (RBA)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Administration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Bi-Directional Identity Synchronization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Directory** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Application Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) Tools

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Administration

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Bi-Directional Identity Synchronization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Policy Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud Directory** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Application Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Authentication 

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Biometric Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Other Authentication Methods** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Role-Specific Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### User Experience

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Self-Service Experience** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile App Usability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multilingual Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Self-registration and self-service** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Scalability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Consent and preference management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Social login** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customer data linking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### AI Authentication Risk Management - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive MFA** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Anomaly Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Fraudulent Login Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Authentication Policies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Risk-Based Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### AI Biometric & Behavioral Analysis - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Behavioral Biometric Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Liveness Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### AI Context-Aware Security Controls - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Account Recovery Assistants** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Constraint Enforcement** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Passwordless Authentication

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **FIDO2-compliant** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Works with hardware security keys** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple authentication methods** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Offline or no-phone solution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Identity and Access Management (IAM)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Entrust Identity as a Service** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Authenticator** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **User provisioning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Password manager** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Single Sign-on** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Enforces policies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-factor authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

####  Type

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **On-premises solution** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Cloud-solution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

####  Reporting

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access & Permission Change Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance & Audit Trail Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM)

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive & Contextual Access Control** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM)

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Identity Lifecycle Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Self‑Service Account Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM)

| Feature | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **AI‑Driven Access Anomaly Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Automated Policy Tuning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Predictive Role Recommendations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/multi-factor-authentication-mfa)

**Unique to Entrust Identity as a Service (9):** [Passwordless Authentication Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/passwordless-authentication), [Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/self-service-password-reset-sspr-tools), [Biometric Authentication Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/biometric-authentication), [Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/customer-identity-and-access-management-ciam), [Risk-Based Authentication Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/risk-based-authentication-rba), [Identity and Access Management (IAM) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/identity-and-access-management-iam), [User Provisioning and Governance Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/user-provisioning-and-governance-tools), [Single Sign-On (SSO) Solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/single-sign-on-sso), [Cloud Directory Services](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-directory-services)



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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Entrust Identity as a Service | Google Authenticator | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 0% | 44.0% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 36.4% | 35.7% | 
| **Enterprise** | 63.6% | 20.3% | 

### By Industry

#### Entrust Identity as a Service

- **Banking:** 18.2%
- **Mining & Metals:** 9.1%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 9.1%
- **Government Relations:** 9.1%
- **Government Administration:** 9.1%
- **Commercial Real Estate:** 9.1%
- **Capital Markets:** 9.1%
- **Building Materials:** 9.1%
- **Broadcast Media:** 9.1%
- **Accounting:** 9.1%

#### Google Authenticator

- **Information Technology and Services:** 14.5%
- **Computer Software:** 9.3%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 7.5%
- **Internet:** 3.8%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 3.4%
- **Education Management:** 3.4%
- **Financial Services:** 2.9%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 2.7%
- **Consumer Services:** 2.5%
- **Higher Education:** 2.5%
- **Other:** 47.5%

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## Top Discussions

### Entrust Identity as a Service

No discussions available for this product.

### Google Authenticator

- Title: [How do I back up and eventually restore the authenticator app data?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-back-up-and-eventually-restore-the-authenticator-app-data) — 6 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Virginia - sorry to hear you've had such trouble backing up and restoring your Google Authenticator. Google's Help Center has some information on signing..."
- Title: [What is Google Authenticator used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-google-authenticator-used-for) — 4 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "It is used to protect the account / services that support 2FA. "
- Title: [Is Google Authenticator good?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-google-authenticator-good) — 4 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Google Authenticator is a seamless and reliable 2FA method that gives extra security"
- Title: [What can you use Google Authenticator for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-can-you-use-google-authenticator-for) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "For security verification "
- Title: [How does Google Authenticator integrate?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-does-google-authenticator-integrate) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "It a timely password which a user will be asked to verify,  the google Authenticator generates the TOTP, which the user submits to the Service so  provider..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/entrust-identity-as-a-service-vs-google-authenticator)