Head-to-head · Multi-Factor Authentication Software
OpenOTP Authentication Server vs WatchGuard AuthPoint
OpenOTP Authentication Server leads on 1 check, WatchGuard AuthPoint on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreOpenOTP Authentication Server · 8.1/10
- Free planonly OpenOTP Authentication Server
- Free trialboth
OpenOTP Authentication Server scores higher on our rubric for multi-factor authentication software: 8.1 against 5.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #12 and #39.
OpenOTP Authentication Server offers free plan; WatchGuard AuthPoint doesn't.
OpenOTP Authentication Server is the better fit for self-hosted authentication with PKI. WatchGuard AuthPoint is the better fit for organizations using WatchGuard infrastructure.
- OpenOTP Authentication Server fits best
Self-hosted authentication with PKI
- WatchGuard AuthPoint fits best
Organizations using WatchGuard infrastructure
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Side by side
| Feature | OpenOTP Authentication Server 8.1/10 Visit ↗ | WatchGuard AuthPoint 5.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.1 | 5.4 |
| Ranking | #12 in Multi-Factor Authentication Software | #39 in Multi-Factor Authentication Software |
| Best for | Self-hosted authentication with PKI | Organizations using WatchGuard infrastructure |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Free plan · 30-day trial | Pricing on request · 30-day trial |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days · no card needed | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs, Community | Docs |
| Integrations | 11 integrations | 130+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features OpenOTP Authentication Server 3/3 · WatchGuard AuthPoint 3/3 | ||
| Adaptive access policies | ✓ | ✓ |
| Passwordless authentication | ✓ | ✓ |
| Device trust controls | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Deployment | Not checked yet | Hybrid |
| Supported factors | Mobile push; FIDO2/passkeys; PKI certificates/smart cards; OATH software and hardware tokens; YubiKey; secure magic links; email OTP; SMS OTP; printed OTP lists | Push notifications; one-time passwords (OTP); QR codes; passkeys; hardware tokens |
| App integration methods | RADIUS; LDAP; Windows Credential Provider; macOS Credential Provider; Linux PAM; SAML; OpenID Connect; ADFS plugin; application plugins | SAML; OIDC; RADIUS; RESTful API client; ADFS; RD Web; Firebox |
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| Our verdict | OpenOTP Authentication Server is a multi-factor authentication platform from RCDevs Security SA for organizations securing domain users, applications, VPNs, Wi-Fi, desktops, servers and remote access. It supports on-premise and cloud… Read the review → |
WatchGuard AuthPoint is a cloud-managed multi-factor authentication service for organizations and managed service providers. It covers Windows and macOS logins, VPNs, cloud applications, Microsoft Entra ID, and web single sign-on… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
OpenOTP Authentication Server — where it wins
- Supports OTP, push, FIDO2, passkeys, smart cards and PKI
- Bridges RADIUS and LDAP for VPN, Wi-Fi and legacy applications
- Offers SAML2, OpenID Connect, OAuth and SOAP/XML or JSON APIs
Where it doesn't
- Freeware License supports up to 25 users
- High availability is excluded from the Freeware License
- The product is not open source
WatchGuard AuthPoint — where it wins
- Supports push, QR, OTP, FIDO2 passkeys, and hardware tokens
- Adds risk-based policies and Device DNA device identification
- Centralizes administration through WatchGuard Cloud
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a reseller quote
- There is no time-unlimited free plan
- Integrations center on listed enterprise and WatchGuard systems
- OpenOTP Authentication Server8.1/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A broad self-hosted MFA server for organizations that need PKI and federation.
Visit OpenOTPFull verdict → - WatchGuard AuthPoint5.4/10 · Pricing on request · 30-day trial
A feature-rich MFA option for WatchGuard environments, with quote-based pricing.
Visit WatchGuardFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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