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Head-to-head · Security Keys

Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 vs Nitrokey Passkey

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 #4 in Security Keys 9.0/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 2 features Visit TOKEN2
Nitrokey Passkey #8 in Security Keys 8.6/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit Nitrokey

Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 leads on 1 check, Nitrokey Passkey on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreToken2 PIN+ Release3.3 · 9.0/10
  • Most featuresToken2 PIN+ Release3.3 · 1 of 2

Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 scores higher on our rubric for security keys: 9.0 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.

Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 offers nfc support; Nitrokey Passkey doesn't. On device management, Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 gives you Vendor app where Nitrokey Passkey offers None.

Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 is the better fit for power users wanting one key for many workflows. Nitrokey Passkey is the better fit for open-source passkey users.

  • Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 fits best

    Power users wanting one key for many workflows

  • Nitrokey Passkey fits best

    Open-source passkey users

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Side by side

Feature Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 9.0/10 Visit ↗ Nitrokey Passkey 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.6
Ranking #4 in Security Keys #8 in Security Keys
Best for Power users wanting one key for many workflows Open-source passkey users
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — €32 one-time
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Docs Email, Phone, Docs
Integrations 11 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 1/2 · Nitrokey Passkey 0/2
NFC support ✓ (best) —
Biometric unlock Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Authentication standards FIDO2.1 WebAuthn, FIDO U2F, CTAP2.1, PIV, OpenPGP WebAuthn, CTAP2.1/FIDO2, CTAP1/FIDO U2F 1.2
USB connector Usb-a Usb-a
Device management Vendor app None
Operating systems Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, Android, iOS
Our review
Pros
  • Supports FIDO2.1, U2F, PIV, TOTP, HOTP, OpenPGP and SSH
  • Stores up to 300 FIDO2.1 resident keys and 50 OTP profiles
  • Works through USB-A and NFC across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android
  • Supports passkeys, WebAuthn, FIDO2 and FIDO U2F
  • Open-source hardware and firmware with signed updates
  • Works across Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, Android and iOS
Cons
  • Wired connectivity is limited to USB-A
  • OTP profile management requires the companion app
  • Paid product with no free plan
  • USB-A connector limits compatibility with some devices
  • No NFC support for tap-based authentication
  • No built-in device management
Our verdict

Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 is a hardware security key for phishing-resistant authentication on websites and applications. It is aimed at individual users, power users and enterprise teams that need more than a basic passkey device. The key…

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Nitrokey Passkey is a USB-A hardware security key for passwordless login and two-factor authentication. It stores cryptographic keys on the device and supports WebAuthn, CTAP2/FIDO2 and CTAP1/FIDO U2F. The product is aimed at private…

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  1. Token2 PIN+ Release3.3Security Keys 9.0Paid
  2. Nitrokey PasskeySecurity Keys 8.6Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Token2 PIN+ Release3.3 — where it wins

    • Supports FIDO2.1, U2F, PIV, TOTP, HOTP, OpenPGP and SSH
    • Stores up to 300 FIDO2.1 resident keys and 50 OTP profiles
    • Works through USB-A and NFC across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • Wired connectivity is limited to USB-A
    • OTP profile management requires the companion app
    • Paid product with no free plan

  • Nitrokey Passkey — where it wins

    • Supports passkeys, WebAuthn, FIDO2 and FIDO U2F
    • Open-source hardware and firmware with signed updates
    • Works across Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, Android and iOS

    Where it doesn't

    • USB-A connector limits compatibility with some devices
    • No NFC support for tap-based authentication
    • No built-in device management
  • Token2 PIN+ Release3.39.0/10 · Paid

    A broad, multi-protocol security key for users managing varied authentication workflows.

    Visit TOKEN2Full verdict →
  • Nitrokey Passkey8.6/10 · Paid

    A transparent, standards-based security key for passkey users who prefer open-source hardware.

    Visit NitrokeyFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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