I've used both, but I prefer Google Authenticator. Just don't make the same mistake I did. I thought that like other Google products, it would be backed up if I did a factory reset on my phone - that is not the case. If you don't have the backup code for a website or exchange written down somewhere, you're more or less screwed unless you can get the support team to remove it from your account. This usually results in your account being locked for some arbitrary time frame.
Moral of the story - write down those codes and keep them safe!
Topic: Google Authenticator or Authy - page 4. (Read 2164 times)
never had a problem with authy.
i only use it on one device though
i only use it on one device though
I use Google Authenticator and I can say it's really easy to use. I never had any problems. The codes are generated every 30 seconds and you don’t need to use internet or cellular connectivity to receive the code.
I find Google Authenticator to be quite convenient with all of the other Google tools I use. That being said, I do have Authy for a domain registrar which doesn't have Google integration for 2 factor.
Google Authenticator is best with maximum security 
I am trying to find which 2FA app is better. I have read reviews on app sites but 8d prefer feedback from everyday users and not just bloggers.
I am using Google Authenticator for the last 3 months. Not yet faced any critical issue or any problem. It's working very fine. Its rating is 4.3. You can try this. Here is the app https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.authenticator2&hl=en
I use Google authenticator it works great. I love how it protects you. It makes me feel safe knowing noone can have access to my account. It really does help with account resetting as well and rounds off your security well. I use Google because they are a strusted family name and have been around for so long. Their authenticator looks nice and works well.
Google Authenticator so my data is not on Authy servers
Authy can be a security risk IMO
Authy can be a security risk IMO
Have never had a problem with Google Auth
This, it just werks
Have never had a problem with Google Auth
What about issues related to changing devices. I'm a field worker, sometimes I have to switch devices when one runs out of battery.
Not aware about other authenticator but know about Google authenticator that i am using.I fell its best one.not yet faced any issue with this apps. I am using this one https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.authenticator2&hl=en
Definitely go for Google Authenticator. Been using it for years without any issues.
Also, in the past I've read some Reddit threads on how people were having problems with Authy, causing them to lose access to their accounts. I've never read a single complaint on Google Authenticator as of today.
Some discussions on this matter:
Authy VS Google authenticator(r/androidapps): https://www.reddit.com/r/androidapps/comments/64xkkr/authy_vs_google_authenticator/
Authy vs Google Authenticator - Coinbase(r/bitcoin): https://www.reddit.com/r/Bitcoin/comments/5ol41r/authy_vs_google_authenticator_coinbase/
Also, in the past I've read some Reddit threads on how people were having problems with Authy, causing them to lose access to their accounts. I've never read a single complaint on Google Authenticator as of today.
Some discussions on this matter:
Authy VS Google authenticator(r/androidapps): https://www.reddit.com/r/androidapps/comments/64xkkr/authy_vs_google_authenticator/
Authy vs Google Authenticator - Coinbase(r/bitcoin): https://www.reddit.com/r/Bitcoin/comments/5ol41r/authy_vs_google_authenticator_coinbase/
I use Duo (https://duo.com/) and Google authenticator daily. I prefer Duo from a user perspective, but GAuth is fairly painless.
I am trying to find which 2FA app is better. I have read reviews on app sites but 8d prefer feedback from everyday users and not just bloggers.
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