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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 17th, 2026 # Reviews of Okta Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.5 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Amanda M ManagerRetail, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The platform provides a reliable and secure way to manage user access across multiple applications, with features like single sign-on and multi-factor authentication making day-to-day use much more convenient.“ April 19, 2026 HV Hrithik V Software Engineer - Trading SystemsFinancial Services, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Access requests, password expiry, and account lockouts can be frustrating. Since some important tools depend on it, an Okta issue can block work until IT or security helps resolve it.“ July 13, 2026 AD Arnold D Senior executiveInformation Technology and Services, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The single sign-on feature significantly reduced the frustration of managing multiple passwords and gave employees faster access to the applications they use every day.“ June 9, 2026 SA Sigit A Quality Assurance EngineerInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Additionally, if session timeouts are set too aggressively by IT, it can unexpectedly boot you out during long exploratory testing sessions.“ June 8, 2026 SA Sigit A Quality Assurance EngineerInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The Okta Verify push notifications make MFA fast, so logging into a new testing environment or authenticating via an Ubuntu terminal doesn't break my focus or slow down my workflow.“ June 8, 2026 JL Julie L DirectorComputer Software, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “In using Okta for multiple SSO integrations with other products, it can be frustrating to determine where issues can be created when users have multiple aliases.“ October 27, 2025 Amanda M ManagerRetail, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “The platform’s scalability and reliability stand out as well, making it suitable for growing organizations, and its flexibility in integrating with a wide range of applications adds to its overall value.“ April 19, 2026 Marco C Pre Litigation Legal AssistantLegal Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Sometimes, when the application is open on two computers simultaneously, it experiences technical problems and freezes on one machine, instead of the session closing on the other.“ December 20, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 945 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Nikita B. Senior Business Development Executive Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Secure and Scalable Identity Platform with Strong Access Management" April 21, 2026 4.0 Our experience with Okta has been very positive. It provides robust identity and access management with strong security features. User onboarding and management are streamlined, and the interface is intuitive. While setup requires some effort initially, the platform delivers reliable performance, good support, and long-term value for enterprise use. Pros 1\. Strong password management and secure authentication features 2. Smooth user interface with easy navigation 3. Efficient user onboarding and lifecycle management 4. Reliable customer support and documentation Good value for money considering enterprise-grade security Cons 1\. Initial learning curve can be slightly steep 2. Pricing may feel high for smaller teams 3. Some complexity in advanced configurations 4. Onboarding setup can require careful planning Switched from [Azure Active Directory External Identities](https://www.capterra.com/p/254815/Azure-Active-Directory-External-Identities/) We switched to Okta for its stronger integration ecosystem, better user provisioning, and more flexible authentication options. It simplified identity management, improved security, and provided a more scalable and centralized access control solution. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Senior business development executive Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable identity management with strong security features" April 21, 2026 4.0 Over all the experience with of the has been positive it has help line authentication and improved security across our organisation once everything is set a properly it run smoothly and become the reliable part of daily operations Pros What i like most about okta is how easy it makes access management. The single sign on feature is really convenient it says time and it is of remembering multiple passwords it also has strong security features like multiple authentication which gives us confidence that our system are well protected all its amplifies both user access and admin control Cons One thing that could be improve is the user interface its functional but not always very intitute special for new users also in set up an integration can you bit Complex and many require some technical expertise Switched from [Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.com/p/16365/Azure/) The detailed reports are good and we can give access with fast process Review Source FG Fernando G. Talent Acquisition Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Enhancing Security and Identity Management" September 6, 2026 4.0 Pros Okta provide us a secure and centralized management of user identities and access. Also, connects easily with a wide range of business applications and systems. Cons Some administrative features could be more intuitive and easier to navigate. Okta costs can increase as user numbers and advanced security requirements grow. Review Source MS Mary S. Library Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Very Mid Okta" May 19, 2026 3.0 My overall experience is mediocre. When it works, it is fine; when it doesn't, it is extremely wasteful of my time. Pros I like that when it works well it is easy to use. Codes are easy to copy paste into login screens. It's fine. Cons The time gap between when a code is needed and when it is sent is way too long. Often the login times out before the code is received. Review Source SA Sigit A. Quality Assurance Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Essential SSO for navigating multiple testing environments" June 8, 2026 4.0 Okta is a massive time-saver for QA workflows. It provides the strict security our organization needs without acting as a bottleneck when I need to quickly jump between Jira tickets, code repositories, and different test environments to verify a bug. It securely handles the access so I can focus on testing. Pros I constantly switch between Jira, staging servers, CI/CD pipelines, and various testing tools throughout the day. Okta makes this seamless with reliable Single Sign-On (SSO). It completely eliminates the need to manage and cycle credentials for every internal tool. The Okta Verify push notifications make MFA fast, so logging into a new testing environment or authenticating via an Ubuntu terminal doesn't break my focus or slow down my workflow. Cons Managing test automation accounts can be a headache. Handling or bypassing MFA for service accounts or automated test runs (like Python scripts interacting with secure APIs) often requires complex workarounds or constant back-and-forth with the admin team. Additionally, if session timeouts are set too aggressively by IT, it can unexpectedly boot you out during long exploratory testing sessions. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer IT Director Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Top Notch IAM Platform" January 22, 2026 5.0 Our overall experience has been almost 100% positive, which is unusual, but refreshing. As a non-profit, Okta offered us a fantastic discount and several hours of free implementation services under their Okta for Good program. The service has been 100% solid and the utilization of their Lifecycle Management using our HR system as a source has greatly improved our workflow. Pros It's quite easy to use. It's widely compatible with a wide range of services. Support, the few times that we've needed them, have been responsive and quite helpful. We've worked with their Professional Services team on a couple of occasions and found them to be extremely competent and great to work with. They communicate well on service interruption issues or upcoming events that may impact our service. Cons There hasn't been much not to like, at least for what we use it for. If I have a complaint, it's that their logs can be a bit difficult to decipher, but part of that is because we don't need to do so all that often. Alternatives considered [JumpCloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/175092/JumpCloud-DaaS/)[Cisco Duo](https://www.capterra.com/p/228827/Duo-Security/) Reason for choosing Okta Ease of use as well as price (due to heavy non-profit discounts). Review Source Ishant S. Chief Marketing Officer - CMO Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable Authentication and User Management For Teams." September 19, 2025 5.0 We have been generally pleased with Okta. It has made managing identities and access easier throughout the company, improved security through trusted methods of authentication and made the IT workload involving password resets and new user onboarding smaller. Although this has a slight learning curve on the administrators side, once all the settings are made, the platform will be smooth and will not need much maintenance. The use of Okta has integrated into our work process at DishIs Technologies, which has made accessing all data and information secure, convenient, and efficient. Pros The best features of Okta are the ease with which user management and authentication is conducted. Multi-factor authentication and single sign-on provide us with high security and does not introduce friction to the employees. User onboarding and offboarding is highly fast and the password management options minimize IT workload. The platform also goes hand in hand with most of our already existing tools and it generally saves a lot of time with keeping access secure. Cons The administrative dashboard may be a little overwhelming to beginners, and certain integrations will need additional configuration, which might have to be done technically. Although the basic functions are functioning successfully, I believe that Okta could be somewhat enhanced by making the interface more user-friendly to the non-technical administrator and include more step-by-step guidance when configuring the system. Switched from [SpreadSimple](https://www.capterra.com/p/207881/SpreadSimple/) The ability to store a few basic user and access data using SpreadSimple through spreadsheets was something we were used to previously, however, they were missing centralized authentication, multi-factor security and a simplified onboarding/offboarding of users. In our company, we moved to Okta to have a more powerful MFA, single sign-on, and user management. Review Source RK Raul K. Group Director of Technology Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Industry leading single sign on platform!" November 13, 2025 5.0 Industry leading single sign on platform with integrated security features such as multi-factor authentication. The platform also allows centralised provisioning and the deprovisioning of applications which provides a return on investment my helping to ensure leave her licenses are removed in a timely manner. Pros A highly customisable, user interface rich single sign on platform which helps staff to manage all passwords and authentication methods to many SaaS applications through one secure pain of glass. Cons Although Okta not always commercially the most commercially viable solution, it provides great value for money due to the security, the functionality and excellent user interface the platform provides. Alternatives considered [JumpCloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/175092/JumpCloud-DaaS/)[Auth0](https://www.capterra.com/p/154900/Auth0/) Reason for choosing Okta Okta provided the best user experience and functionality from all the SSO platforms that we reviewed. Review Source AG Anne-Lise G. HRBP Food & Beverages Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Okta is part of my daily life at work" January 25, 2026 5.0 Okta is comparable to Duo Security, which I used with another employer. Okta is reliable and user-friendly. No complaint from this user! Pros Once Okta is installed on your mobile device, it's really a breeze to get the dual-factor authentication done. Cons I have to authenticate myself 20 times a day, but that's probably the point of this security feature. Having facial recognition does make the process a lot smoother. Switched from [Cisco Duo](https://www.capterra.com/p/228827/Duo-Security/) it was a Corporate decision, I had not decision power in this Review Source GC Garnet C. Technician Defense & Space Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "You're secure and safe with OKTA" June 19, 2025 5.0 Pretty simple, all of our workstation software applications were 2FA protected with OKTA, and we had to use the app to unlock our workstations alongside our passwords. Great service, I fully recommend. Pros Probably the best 2FA authenticator app I've used. It was comprehensive and trustworthy. The company I worked for integrated it in over Google Authenticator shortly after I started. Cons Depending on your networks security privileges, if you need to update your contact information or any other data, it was an extensive process to regain access to your account. It's a short term pain for being to access your station, but theres confidence is the defence and security you will have with this product. Switched from [Google Authenticator](https://www.capterra.com/p/253108/Google-Authenticator/) Heavier duty authentication protection. G.R.C compliant Review Source DP Dohee P. Exhibition Coordinator Government Administration Used the software for: 2+ years ### "What’s Good About Okta" October 7, 2025 5.0 It only requires a single set of credentials to access all the applications securely with the help of Okta which saves time. Pros Okta is a robust Identity and Access Management program that allows us (teams) to securely access applications without leaking sensitive information. Cons It is more than four years now and I have not come across challenges while utilizing Okta on my user-end. Review Source KM Konjengbam M. Business Development Representative Financial Services Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Security With Okta" September 27, 2025 4.0 Okta though sometimes gets frustrating in urgent works, I feel that the platform keeps security the top priority in an organization. Pros I love okta for the security it provides for various platforms. It ensures that not just anybody can browse the critical applications. It ensures security by imposing liability. The way it takes care of data security is amazing. Despite the high security provided by this platform to safeguard the integrity of the applications used in the workplace, It makes it easy for the ones who is allowed access to those application with merely a finger print and the key word which is dynamic in nature. The platform can also easily handle authorization of staff to utilized the application and can also decide the level of authorization to be provided to the staff with this platform. Cons When the work is urgent, this multi factor authentication becomes a little frustrating. Wish that could be done without entering key or maybe just a face scan. When there are many applications utilized by the organization, the dashboard may feel confusing. I also wish that the price is a little lower. The administrator needs to learn a lot as how to handle this platform to be very efficient using this platform. Review Source BW Betsy W. Head of operations Telecommunications Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great security" December 7, 2025 5.0 Great experience no major setbacks , good security and customer identity. Multi factor authentication is so important to us Pros Ease of use even for non IT teams, secure and one click SSO which saves time inputting passwords. Automatic bug detection and any other threats. Offers customers identification with customized login experiences Cons Customer support teams always sow whenever we need help and this is risky for our organisation as our security is concerned Review Source LH Lily H. Cloud security Engineer Facilities Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### ""Secure and Powerful Identity Management but Takes Time to Learn"" December 17, 2025 4.0 It is a secure, reliable, and powerful identity management tool, best suited for organizations that need strong security. However, it requires time to learn and is not cheap my overall experience is positive... Pros Its a strong security and authentication features. It supports multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and biometric verification, which makes login very secure. Once set up properly, it works smoothly and saves time because users don’t need to log in again and again to different apps. Cons The learning curve is high, especially for beginners.Initial setup and configuration can feel confusing and complex without proper documentation or experience. Also, pricing is expensive for small businesses or individual users.. Review Source ENM Edmin Nomer M. Benefits Consulting Analyst Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Secured and Easy to use" April 18, 2025 5.0 One of the biggest wins for me has been how easy it is to use. Logging in once and then having access to everything I need has made my workday so much smoother. Plus, knowing that there are extra layers of security like the multi-factor authentication gives me a lot of peace of mind. It's not just about convenience; it's about feeling like my accounts are well-protected. Setting things up wasn't too complicated either, especially with how well it seems to connect with all the different apps we use. It’s great having everything managed in one place – it just makes things less chaotic. While I know some people might mention the cost, for me, the time it saves and the security it provides feel totally worth it. Maybe the initial setup took a bit of getting used to, but once everything was in place, it’s been smooth sailing. The login process is secure, which is what matters most, even if it adds a step or two. Overall, I'm genuinely impressed with Okta. It's made managing access so much easier and has definitely boosted my confidence in our security. It's been a solid and dependable tool for me. Pros I love that it offers an option to authenticate logins thru my phone via face recognition/finger print scan Cons Honestly, my experience with Okta has been really positive. So far, I haven't run into any snags using it, which is a huge plus. Ever since we started using it, I've found it to be consistently reliable and, most importantly, it feels really secure. Review Source GP Giovanni P. IT Manager Hospitality Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Probably the best SSO" January 10, 2026 4.0 Pros It has multiple working integrations available and a nice guide to make them work, it allows multi-property segmentation Cons The cost is VERY high, and sometimes the support is not fast in providing solutions. Moving users from one site to another is complicated Review Source DM Direzione M. Automotive Product Development Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Okta delivers a premium and secure digital experience that enhance our product development allowing us to focus on delivering premier vehicles " March 5, 2025 5.0 Okta has streamlined our lifecycle management processes. It's adaptive MFA provide us with an easy to.use granular security controls which we use to manage access to sensitive development tools and data. Seamless integration of Okta with Slack and Office365 has enhanced our team collaboration and productivity. Okta has automated our onboarding and onboarding processes allowing our engineers to have access to tools, apps and systems as they join or leave projects. This automation has significantly reduced manual tasks and improved the efficiency of account management enabling us to focus on product development Pros I highly appreciate the SSO functionality. It consolidates identity management and allow us to access a wide array of portals, apps and services using a single login. Everything from online vehicle configuration tools, race tracking and heating car seats we are able to provide a consistent login for all devices. Okta also provide us with an email based OTP authentication which eliminate the need for traditional password and instead provide a quick and secure login experience. Additionally, Okta monitors our devices constantly from the moment any user logs in and ensure the device is secure before allowing the user to access downstream apps. I love that Okta has enabled us to customize our login pages to ensure consistent brand recognition. Supporting security and compliance is crucial to.our company and it ensures all our measures are up to standard Cons We really love Okta because it has introduced us to a new era of enhanced security, streamlined access management and 100% compliance. Review Source RK Ross K. MSK coach Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great for virtual workplace application management" August 3, 2025 5.0 Very pleased with my overall experience with Okta. It has made it simple to organize my needed apps so that I may complete my work projects more efficiently. Pros Okta provides a platform that simply organizes the applications I need to properly do my work. Between our google services and HR apps like BambooHR, it allows them all to be on one home screen which saves me time. The 2-step verification is very helpful to make sure our sensitive data is not compromised. Cons It was probably user-error, but I had a tough time initially setting up and using either the web-based app or the mobile app. Review Source DM Dennis M. Senior Frontend Developer Leisure, Travel & Tourism Used the software for: 2+ years ### "One Login, All Access: My Experience with Okta SSO" June 25, 2025 5.0 Pros Its one of the best Identity and access management platform. Using Okta i just need to sign up once and access all my favorite apps like slack Gmail and zoom. This saves time as i don't have to key in my passwords on every app or remember multiple passwords for different accounts. Overall Okta creates for me a smooth work experience. Cons I love Everything about Okta. I find the software helpful as it meets all my needs thereby there is nothing to dislike. Review Source BN Babette N. ADIS Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Okta review tool" November 29, 2025 5.0 Pros There's no a single bug or issue during okta customization tracking password is much more good that's all I like about okta Cons Okta price is very high now than when we just started using their tool but it works effectively so I'm not bothered Review Source aM aswad M. IT Engineer Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Okta for business" July 22, 2025 5.0 Pros I appreciate Okta's comprehensive approach to identity and access management, particularly its strong focus on SSO and MFA. Cons Okta can significantly improve the user experience for searching names and groups, making it much more efficient! Review Source DH Defano H. Digital management Aviation & Aerospace Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Password management tool" November 18, 2025 5.0 Customization of okta is easy great dashboard with customer support I can manage everything on the go Pros I like okta capabilities and their features it manage my password effectively and authentication methods is very easy Cons As long I didn’t spend much on okta to set up everything so with my time on okta so far I haven’t been having any problem Review Source SC Sebastien C. Real Estate Agent Real Estate Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Love the easiness" April 29, 2025 5.0 Pros Okta help to make account login easy and flexible to use. Working from different devices is now possible after Okta as all my credential and login information is securely stored on Okta and I can access it from anywhere. Issue like wrong password or incomplete credential is solved by using Okta. Cons Okta keep sending notification to change my password for every 3 months. I wish I can stop the notification and make the changing on my own request. Review Source AD Alvan D. Technical Support Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Fast solution for password and identity management" April 29, 2025 4.0 Pros Simple solutions for user that using many different work application and need help managing all the password and login protection from unauthorized access. One platform to store and saved all password and login information and can be access from anywhere, especially from home computer. Cons Some issue with access when I am using VPN for my internet connection. Need to disable my VPN before accessing Okta platform. Review Source LS Laura S. SDR Financial Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Amazing for safety reasons" May 14, 2025 5.0 We use it to protect us from cybersecurity attacks, in order to access any company's apps, I get a notification on my phone to validate it's me Pros Great tool for easy and safe access to compay's apps and have single factor authentications Cons nothing, it's great to have sth to access apps safely Review Source ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. Talk to a Capterra advisor for free and get results within 15 minutes.