Duo Mobile
Duo Mobile: A flexible authenticator for Duo push approvals, third-party OTPs, and team device management. Ranked #5 of 111 in Authenticator Apps by our editors (8.9/10); pricing: Free plan · 30-day trial; best for teams needing push MFA plus third-party OTPs.
At a glance
- Editor score8.9 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 30-day trial
- Best forTeams needing push MFA plus third-party OTPs
- Free planYes
- Paid from$3/user/mo
- Push approvalsYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports one-tap push approvals plus TOTP and HOTP codes
- Encrypted backup, Instant Restore, and Security Checkup add useful safeguards
- Administrative device enrollment and management support team deployments
Where it doesn't
- Backup and restore depend on operating system and device settings
- Backup restoration does not work across platforms
- Administrative controls are provided through the broader Duo service
Our verdict on Duo Mobile
Duo Mobile is a smartphone authenticator for individuals and organizations using Cisco Duo. It combines one-tap push approval and denial with TOTP and HOTP passcode generation, covering both Duo-protected applications and compatible third-party services. Account enrollment supports QR codes and activation codes, while the app runs on iOS and Android. Teams needing push MFA alongside third-party OTPs are the clearest fit, while individual users can use the free option for supported authentication needs.
Pricing follows a freemium model. Duo Free is the no-cost plan, and the published paid tiers are Duo Essentials at $3 per user per month, Duo Advantage at $6 per user per month, and Duo Premier at $9 per user per month, billed monthly. A 30-day free trial is also available. The paid structure is relevant for organizations that need administrative device enrollment and management through the broader Duo service; the listed tiers provide a path beyond the free option without changing the core product's mobile authenticator role.
Its strongest differentiator is the combination of push workflows and third-party account support. Encrypted backup and restore are available for third-party accounts, and Instant Restore supports Duo-protected accounts on new devices. Google Drive and iCloud are listed integrations, while Security Checkup addresses mobile-device security settings. The main constraint is portability: backup and restore depend on the operating system, device backup settings, and administrator configuration, and restoration does not work across platforms. Choose Duo Mobile for Duo-centered team authentication with OTP coverage; consider another authenticator if cross-platform backup restoration is essential.
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Duo Mobile fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $3/user/mo |
| Code type | Totp |
| Push approvals | Yes |
| Encrypted backup | Yes |
| Multi-device sync | Not verified |
| Team administration | Yes |
| Supported platforms | iOS, Android |
| Free trial | 30 days |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Google, Dropbox, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat |
| Pricing | Free plan · 30-day trial (source) |
| Website | duo.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Duo Mobile integrations
Duo Mobile lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Dropbox
- Snapchat
Alternatives to Duo Mobile
- Proton AuthenticatorA mature free option for secure 2FA codes across mobile and desktop platforms.9.4
- Google AuthenticatorA free, straightforward authenticator with offline codes, sync, and QR transfers.9.2
- AuthyA focused free authenticator for mobile users who need synced TOTP tokens.9.1
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