Okta - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

Reviewers appreciate Okta's Multi-Factor Authentication for its enhanced security, requiring multiple verification methods like codes, fingerprints, or SMS. They find it adds a valuable layer of protection against unauthorized access, even if credentials are compromised. Users report that Okta supports a wide array of MFA options and integrates well with mobile devices. However, some mention it can be cumbersome if a device is forgotten or when logging in multiple times a day. Of the 52 Okta users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Multi-Factor Authentication, 98% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“With Okta's MFA, I can require a second form of verification, like a code sent to my phone or a fingerprint scan, to access my accounts. It's like having a super-strong lock on my digital door!”

Gopinath J.

Full stack developer

“Its good to have a multi-factor authentication that you need to be approved by desktop and with your devices but the negative side for Multi-Factor Authentication is when you forgot to bring your device you are not able to log in with okta.”

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Karlo J.

costumer service

Reviewers indicate Okta's Single Sign On is highly valued for its ease of use and efficiency. They appreciate being able to access multiple applications with one set of credentials, which saves time and reduces the need to remember numerous passwords. Users report that Okta integrates seamlessly with many apps and provides a centralized identity management system. They find it particularly helpful for remote work and enhancing security. Of the 66 Okta users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Single Sign On, 97% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“With this Single Sign On feature, user can login into different platform using the same credentials company has provided to them. It helps organisation to provide the access of different platform to their employees without provide different credentials to them. It also help user not to remember password of different platform he is using in an organisation.”

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Mahipal S.

Senior Software Engineer

“It is so helpful to have a seamless authentication experience! Having a repository to launch any of my applications without reentering my log in allows me to work more efficiently. ”

Lisa H.

Senior QTC Engineer

Users report that Okta offers a variety of authentication methods, including passwords, security questions, OTPs, and biometric options. They appreciate the flexibility and additional security layers these methods provide. Reviewers indicate that having multiple ways to authenticate is convenient, especially if one method is unavailable. They also mention that Okta supports emerging passwordless authentication and integrates well with mobile devices. Of the 33 Okta users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Multiple Authentication Methods, 97% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“We can login either using password and security question's answer or using OTP send to registered mobile number , which is very convenient and”

Ananthu K.

Senior Automation Engineer

“I like most about Multiple Authentication Methods that its easy to use and its very secure for example every time I want to open my organization account from different laptop I have to insert the numbers from my mobile app.”

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Sahar A.

Finance Officer

Reviewers feel Okta's Access Management is effective in controlling user access to applications based on roles and permissions. They find it valuable for preventing unauthorized access and managing identities across multiple accounts. Users report that it is easy to configure and provides flexibility in automating access control. They appreciate the ability to manage access centrally and ensure security and compliance. Of the 39 Okta users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Access Management, 95% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“Access Management is one of the key features in Okta providing access control to applications that you configure in Okta.”

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Kyle K.

IT Security Specialist

“Control access of the workforce, manage identities on single accounts and connect identities across multiple accounts ”

Benhard J.

Institutional and Government Affairs Expertise

Reviewers highlight Okta's Data Security capabilities for protecting sensitive information and preventing unauthorized access. They report that Okta enforces strong security controls and integrates MFA to secure data. Users appreciate the additional layer of protection Okta provides, ensuring that only authorized users can access critical data. They find Okta reliable in maintaining data privacy and preventing security breaches. Of the 34 Okta users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Data Security, 91% rated this feature as important or highly important.

Users appreciate Okta's Password Management for simplifying the process of storing and managing passwords. They find it convenient to have all passwords in one secure place, reducing the need to remember multiple credentials. Reviewers indicate that Okta offers capabilities like self-service password reset and policy enforcement, enhancing security. However, some mention the inconvenience of frequent password changes and the challenges with complex passwords. Of the 37 Okta users who gave detailed accounts of their use of Password Management, 86% rated this feature as important or highly important.

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“I appreciate using one login and password to access all my logins and passwords. I do not have to waste time trying to remember or resetting passwords. I store them all in OKTA and move through my processes, and the different software I need throughout the day, seamlessly. Great tool for password management.”

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David C.

Internal Audit

“Okta offers features like self-service password reset and policy enforcement, enhancing security and simplifying user access control.”

ABHINAV K.

Senior Engineer