FingerprintManager vs Password Authentication

Developers should learn and use FingerprintManager when building Android apps that require secure user authentication, such as banking apps, password managers, or any application handling sensitive data meets developers should learn password authentication to implement secure user login systems in applications, ensuring data privacy and access control. Here's our take.

FingerprintManager

Nice Pick

Developers should learn and use FingerprintManager when building Android apps that require secure user authentication, such as banking apps, password managers, or any application handling sensitive data

Pros

• It provides a convenient and secure alternative to passwords or PINs, enhancing user experience by enabling quick and reliable biometric verification
• Related to: android-biometricprompt, android-keystore

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Password Authentication

Developers should learn password authentication to implement secure user login systems in applications, ensuring data privacy and access control

Pros

• It is essential for any system requiring user accounts, such as web apps, mobile apps, or enterprise software, to prevent unauthorized access
• Related to: hashing-algorithms, salting

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. FingerprintManager is a library while Password Authentication is a concept. We picked FingerprintManager based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

FingerprintManager wins

Based on overall popularity. FingerprintManager is more widely used, but Password Authentication excels in its own space.