Head-to-head · Passwordless Authentication Software
Cisco Duo Passwordless vs SuperTokens
Cisco Duo Passwordless leads on 1 check, SuperTokens on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreCisco Duo Passwordless · 9.3/10
- Lowest starting priceCisco Duo Passwordless · $3/user/mo
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly Cisco Duo Passwordless
Cisco Duo Passwordless scores higher on our rubric for passwordless authentication software: 9.3 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #18.
Cisco Duo Passwordless is cheaper to start at $3/user/mo against $20/user/mo.
Cisco Duo Passwordless is the better fit for broad passwordless deployments on a budget. SuperTokens is the better fit for cost-sensitive developers building passwordless auth.
- Cisco Duo Passwordless fits best
Broad passwordless deployments on a budget
- SuperTokens fits best
Cost-sensitive developers building passwordless auth
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Side by side
| Feature | Cisco Duo Passwordless 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | SuperTokens 7.3/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 7.3 |
| Ranking | #1 in Passwordless Authentication Software | #18 in Passwordless Authentication Software |
| Best for | Broad passwordless deployments on a budget | Cost-sensitive developers building passwordless auth |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $3/user/mo (best) | $20/user/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs | Email, Community, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, 2FA | SOC 2, SSO/SAML, 2FA |
| Integrations | 500+ integrations | 10 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Cisco Duo Passwordless 4/5 · SuperTokens 4/5 | ||
| Magic links | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Biometric login | ✓ | ✓ |
| SAML SSO | ✓ | ✓ |
| OpenID Connect | ✓ | ✓ |
| Directory synchronization | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Passwordless methods | Platform authenticators, passkeys, FIDO2 security keys, Duo Push | magic links; email OTP; SMS OTP; passkeys; biometrics; security keys; device credentials |
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| Our verdict | Cisco Duo Passwordless provides password-free access to web applications through Duo Single Sign-On. It is designed for businesses and enterprises that need phishing-resistant authentication, centralized policy controls, directory… Read the review → |
SuperTokens is an open-source authentication provider for developers building web and mobile applications. It supports passwordless sign-in with magic links, email and SMS one-time codes, passkeys, biometrics, security keys, and device… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Cisco Duo Passwordless — where it wins
- Supports passkeys, biometrics, FIDO2 keys, and Duo Push
- Includes SSO, directory synchronization, and device verification policies
- Offers a free plan and paid access from $3 per user per month
Where it doesn't
- Passwordless authentication starts with Duo Essentials, not Duo Free
- Advanced identity and remote-access controls require higher tiers
- Password fallback removal may require broader deployment planning
SuperTokens — where it wins
- Free self-hosted open-source features with no MAU count limit
- Magic links, OTP, passkeys, biometrics, and security keys
- SDKs and integrations for web, mobile, APIs, and developer platforms
Where it doesn't
- Multi-factor Authentication and Account Linking cost extra
- Enterprise SSO and directory synchronization coverage is less extensive
- Dashboard access is priced per user per month
- Cisco Duo Passwordless9.3/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A broad passwordless suite with strong authentication coverage and a low-cost entry tier.
Visit Cisco DuoFull verdict → - SuperTokens7.3/10 · Free plan
A cost-conscious passwordless auth stack with cloud and self-hosted deployment choices.
Visit SuperTokensFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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