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YubiKey NEO

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
317
Old Reviews
232
Unverified
6
Spam Test
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Yes
USB
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NFC

Review Analysis - 79 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Software Platform
 20
yubikey, nfc, neo, lastpass, otp
+65%
-35%
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" ...  U2F registration and login to my Google, Dropbox, and Vanguard accounts worked great through Chrome/Chromium browsers on Windows and Linux. ... I think Google is still checking that you're on Chrome. ... Regarding mobile, Google U2F login on Android via NFC was flawless as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Supports all OS's (not out of the box for Linux though).  ...  "
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" ...  Working great with Windows 10 .  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased two NEO's and two Nano's for use on desktop computers and with my NFC enabled Nexus 7 (2013) tablet and LG G2 phone running CyanogenMod Marshmallow. ... Once I downloaded one of their software tools and changed a setting I was up and running on the mobiles in less than 2 hours from my initial request for help.  ...  "
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" ...  You can use this device for Google and Facebook, but only in Google Chrome.  ...  "
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" ...  It integrates nicely with KeePass on Windows and I am able to use this on my Nexus5x thru Keepass2Android that also uses an OTP authentication method that reads the Yubikey. ... 64 characters with every imaginable character!  ...  "
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" ...  It now works with your Google account.  ...  "
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" ...  Nobody will be able to hack your Google accounts if you configure Multi-factor Authentication and use a Yubikey.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 20
neo, lastpass, u2f, yubikey, works great
+70%
-30%
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" ...  Regarding mobile, Google U2F login on Android via NFC was flawless as well. ... This is my solution for mobile Dropbox and LastPass until they support reading the key directly over NFC. ... I'd really like to be able to add 2 or 3 Yubikeys to an account for redundancy and get rid of phone verification all together.  ...  "
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" ...  For me, this was a simple way of adding another level of protection for my computer accounts. ... If you misplace your regular YubiKey, accounts configured for a second key will still be accessible using the backup key.  ...  "
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" ...  Yes, you can use Google Authenticator (GA) too, but this is just nice to have sitting on your computer and tap!  ...  "
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" ...  Working great with Windows 10 .  ...  "
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" ...  This is a quick method to implement 2FA security on your devices.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased two NEO's and two Nano's for use on desktop computers and with my NFC enabled Nexus 7 (2013) tablet and LG G2 phone running CyanogenMod Marshmallow. ... I use the Nano's on desktop machines more on a daily basis than the NEO's in conjunction with Lastpass password manager.  ...  "
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" ...  I use Google for my email.  ...  "
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" ...  It integrates nicely with KeePass on Windows and I am able to use this on my Nexus5x thru Keepass2Android that also uses an OTP authentication method that reads the Yubikey. ... The phone has an NFC reader built-in. ... That being said, if you love security and technology and like the idea of having your data super secured, this is a great option.  ...  "
Apps
 14
yubico, u2f, lastpass, yubikey, authenticator app
+79%
-21%
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" ...  U2F registration and login to my Google, Dropbox, and Vanguard accounts worked great through Chrome/Chromium browsers on Windows and Linux. ... I think Google is still checking that you're on Chrome. ... Regarding mobile, Google U2F login on Android via NFC was flawless as well. ... Tap your key near your phone's NFC antenna and the app opens automatically, showing you your list of codes. ... I'd really like to be able to add 2 or 3 Yubikeys to an account for redundancy and get rid of phone verification all together.  ...  "
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" ...  I'll be quick, these work very well and yubico's tools and site are pretty solid to help you get up and running.  ...  "
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" ...  You'd be happier with another authenticator app. ... You can use this device for Google and Facebook, but only in Google Chrome.  ...  "
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" ...  Once downloaded, run the application, plugin your device and click the "Change connection mode [OTP]" button. ... It now works with your Google account.  ...  "
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" ...  Also use the NFC capabilities for my Android phone.  ...  "
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" ...  Haven't figured out how to use with OTP apps yet or the other various functions apparently available in this model.  ...  "
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" ...  The Yubico OTP will help you secure your Lastpass account.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy integration into different applications makes this solution fun and handy to have.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 11
key, yubikey, factor, easy to use, sparse
+82%
-18%
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" ...  yubikey is easy to use  ...  "
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" ...  It works so well and is so easy. ... Its very simple to setup and use and I highly recommend getting one if you're considering it.  ...  "
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" ...  And since I use Chrome a lot, this is the most convenient solution.  ...  "
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" ...  If you care about your online security, buy one and learn how to use it.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great as 2 factor ID, next task is to use it as SSH key  ...  "
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" ...  Easy integration into different applications makes this solution fun and handy to have.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use and setup.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy enough to setup once you do some Google searches.  ...  "

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Specifications

Connectivity
USB:  Yes 
NFC:  Yes 
Yes
USB
Yes
NFC