2 alternatives to authentik

authentik is a Proxy product. The community recommends 2 alternatives: 1 open source, 1 self-hostable and 1 free to use. They are ranked by community votes, ratings and favorites, with the key differences from authentik highlighted.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

About authentik

The authentication glue you need.

Open source · MIT, proprietary

Self-hostable

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Quick picks

Best open-source pick

Pocket ID

Open source, BSD-2-Clause license

Best self-hosted pick

Pocket ID

Run it on your own server

Best free pick

Pocket ID

Free to use

All alternatives

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Pocket ID
Authentication Services
The most user-friendly OpenID Connect Certified™ and OAuth 2.0 provider that lets users sign in to your applications with passkeys.
Open source · BSD-2-Clause
Self-hostable
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Auth0
Authentication Services
Okta's hosted identity platform for adding login, single sign-on, social login and MFA to applications.
Freemium
Web
Compared with authentik
- − Closed source (authentik is open source)
- − Not self-hostable (authentik is)
- − Paid (authentik is free)
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authentik vs. alternatives

Service	Open source	Self-hosted	License	Pricing	Platforms	Rating	Votes
authentik Current	Yes	Yes	MIT, proprietary	—	—	—	—
Pocket ID	Yes	Yes	BSD-2-Clause	—	—	—	0
Auth0	No	No	proprietary	Freemium	Web	—	0

FAQ

What is the best alternative to authentik?

Community-recommended alternatives to authentik include Pocket ID and Auth0. Compare open source, self-hosting, pricing and platforms to choose.

Is there a free alternative to authentik?

Yes. Pocket ID can be used for free; the open-source, self-hostable ones can be run on your own server at no cost.

Is there an open-source alternative to authentik?

Yes. Open-source alternatives include Pocket ID.

Can I self-host an alternative to authentik?

Yes. Pocket ID can run on your own server, so you keep control of your data.

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