About Duo Security
Duo, now Cisco’s zero-trust arm, made multi-factor authentication tolerable: a push notification, one tap, done. Device health checks gate access from unpatched machines, and passwordless via passkeys is rolling forward. Deployment speed is its calling card, with directory sync and app integrations measured in days. Deeper zero-trust features climb the pricing tiers.
Key Features
- Push-based MFA
- Passwordless and passkeys
- Device health verification
- SSO capabilities
- Risk-based policies
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Users actually accept the UX
- Fast rollout across apps
- Device trust checks built in
- Free tier for 10 users
Cons
- Advanced tiers get pricey
- Cisco integration push is noticeable
- Reporting could go deeper
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duo free?
Yes for up to 10 users, ideal for small teams starting MFA.
Does Duo replace Okta?
It overlaps on access; Okta leads full lifecycle identity, Duo leads authentication ergonomics.
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Organizations rolling out MFA without a helpdesk mutiny.