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We performed a comparison between Fortinet FortiToken and Yubico YubiKey based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Authentication Systems solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Fortinet FortiToken vs. Yubico YubiKey Report (Updated: May 2024).
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Pros
"We like the mobile FortiToken.""Its ease of use is most valuable. It is simple to use and can be deployed out-of-the-box. It is quite a mature product with all the required features.""Its ease of installation is most valuable. It took me five minutes, and it was up and running. It didn't take me that long. The installation on the cell phones is pretty simple.""The integrated Fortinet security with the app that allows you to easily do the two-factor authentication is most valuable.""I believe FortiToken is the simplest to implement.""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.""The deployment is quick and simple.""The token-based authentication is good and modern aspect."

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"The most valuable feature of Yubico YubiKey is security.""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.""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.""YubiKey is a hardware security device with advanced security features."

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Cons
"Fortinet FortiToken could be lower for some markets.""The solution works well. We have nothing to complain about.""Its reporting should be better. The reporting feature is missing. I don't have any reporting of who has done what, what has failed, and what didn't work.""I would like to see if FortiToken can integrate with Office 365 mail to support the same two-factor authentication experience that I have with ESET. With ESET, when a user logs in, they are easily directed to the ESET authentication page, where they are prompted to enter their OTP after supplying their username and password. I understand from support that FortiToken cannot do this with email integration. That's why I opted for ESET.""The app could be improved so that you don't have to actually type in the code. It would be great if you can just do a prompt or push similar to the way Duo does.""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.""The solution comes with two firewalls as a bundle. In that bundle, most of the individual users can be assigned to mobile users. However, in cases of technical difficulties, users may accidentally remove the mobile application. In normal scenarios, we get back to the activation key and assign it again.""The solution could introduce a mobile application instead of a physical product."

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"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.""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.""Currently, an area where the product lacks is in addressing service needs.""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."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It is included as part of our firewall license."
  • "Overall, it's cheaper than other solutions. Of course, we evaluated it five years back, and I haven't checked to see its current market position, but one reason we adopted FortiToken is its lower cost of ownership relative to other solutions we evaluated."
  • "I would rate the pricing as an eight out of ten. We purchased the solution at a reasonable price in 2019."
  • "On a scale of one to ten, where one is the cheapest, and ten is the highest, I rate the pricing an eight."
  • "The solution’s price is good."
  • "Fortinet FortiToken is not an expensive solution."
  • "The pricing is not very high, so I'd rate it around six out of ten, where one is high and ten is low."
  • "From an Indian perspective, it's definitely costlier."
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  • "We paid 100 bucks for one Yubikey."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The solution is simple and similar to Google Authenticator. It follows time-based authentication. We use it for hardware and software in one environment. The tool offers simple and fast authentication… more »
    Top Answer:Fortinet FortiToken should improve its push notifications.
    Top Answer:We use the product for multifactor authentication.
    Top Answer: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… more »
    Top Answer: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… more »
    Top Answer:We use YubiKey to authenticate online services with email, web, and Twitter. We deploy it for some sensitive administrative accounts to improve security.
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    Overview

    As we've seen, passwords alone don't keep unwanted guests out of your network. Password-only authentication has led to security breaches, malware infections, and policy violations. With two-factor authentication, a password is used along with a security token and authentication server to provide far better security.  Authorized employees can remotely access company resources safely using a variety of devices, ranging from lpatops to mobile phones.

    The YubiKey works with hundreds of enterprise, developer and consumer applications, out-of-the-box and with no client software. Combined with leading password managers, social login and enterprise single sign on systems the YubiKey enables secure access to millions of online services.
    Sample Customers
    Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
    Google Inc., Salesforce, Novartis, Facebook, GitHub, CERN, Duke University, Code Enigma, Luther Burbank High School, ZorgSaam, Agfa, Santa Clara County Fire Department, Dyson Ltd, Portugal Telecom, Boral, Canonical Ltd
    Top Industries
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    Comms Service Provider23%
    Computer Software Company23%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Engineering Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Government8%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Financial Services Firm6%
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    Computer Software Company14%
    Government11%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Company Size
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    Small Business57%
    Midsize Enterprise24%
    Large Enterprise19%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise48%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business25%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise60%
    Buyer's Guide
    Fortinet FortiToken vs. Yubico YubiKey
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Fortinet FortiToken vs. Yubico YubiKey and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Fortinet FortiToken is ranked 4th in Authentication Systems with 21 reviews while Yubico YubiKey is ranked 7th in Authentication Systems with 4 reviews. Fortinet FortiToken is rated 8.4, while Yubico YubiKey is rated 8.8. The top reviewer of Fortinet FortiToken writes "A stable and scalable solution that provides an affordable and perpetual license". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Yubico YubiKey writes " A tool that is compact, lightweight, stable scalable and durable". Fortinet FortiToken is most compared with Fortinet FortiAuthenticator, Microsoft Entra ID, Cisco Duo, RSA SecurID and Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine), whereas Yubico YubiKey is most compared with RSA SecurID, Microsoft Entra ID, Cisco Duo, Thales Authenticators and Fortinet FortiAuthenticator. See our Fortinet FortiToken vs. Yubico YubiKey report.

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