Rohos Logon Key
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) software
Identity management software
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$25.00 one-time per computer
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What is Rohos Logon Key
Rohos Logon Key is a Windows logon authentication tool that enables two-factor login using a USB key, smart card, or mobile-based one-time passwords. It targets individuals and small organizations that want to add an additional factor to local Windows sign-in and workstation access without deploying a full identity platform. The product focuses on endpoint logon security and credential storage on removable media rather than cloud-based identity orchestration.
Strong Windows logon focus
It integrates directly with Windows logon to add a second factor at the workstation level. This fits use cases where the primary risk is unauthorized local access to PCs rather than web application access. It can be deployed per-machine without requiring a broader identity stack.
Hardware token and USB options
It supports authentication using USB drives or smart-card-like tokens, which can work in offline or limited-connectivity environments. This can be useful for regulated or air-gapped endpoints where cloud verification is not feasible. The approach also reduces reliance on SMS or network-delivered factors.
Lightweight deployment for SMBs
It is typically installed and managed as endpoint software rather than as an enterprise identity service. This can simplify adoption for small teams that do not need centralized CIAM/IDV capabilities. The product’s scope aligns with workstation access control rather than full IAM governance.
Limited IAM breadth
It is not a full identity management suite with centralized lifecycle management, access governance, or broad application SSO. Organizations needing unified policies across many apps and users may require additional IAM components. Its primary value remains local Windows logon protection.
Endpoint-centric management model
Administration is oriented around device-level configuration, which can be harder to standardize at scale compared with centralized policy engines. Large enterprises may find reporting, auditing, and policy enforcement less comprehensive than platforms designed for fleet-wide identity control. Integration into existing enterprise identity ecosystems may be limited.
Factor and UX constraints
USB/token-based workflows can introduce operational overhead (lost tokens, replacement processes, user training). Some modern passwordless and phishing-resistant methods used in broader MFA ecosystems may not be available or may require additional components. User experience may vary depending on the chosen factor and Windows environment.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free (Rohos Logon Key Free) | $0 (Free) | Permanently free tier; limited to setting up only one USB flash drive as a secure token (feature-limited free edition). |
| Personal License | $25.00 (one-time) | Single-computer perpetual license (one license per PC). |
| Business / PRO (3-computer) | $39.00 (one-time) | Covers up to 3 computers; includes PRO features (2FA for RDP, additional authentication methods). |
| Server (RLK-SRV) | $350.00 (one-time) | Server license required for Windows Server OS versions; enterprise/server features. |
Notes: Rohos also offers bundle pricing for Rohos Logon Key + Rohos Disk Encryption (various bundle prices shown on site). Some official Rohos pages show slightly different price listings (for example a "Standard" SKU listed at $32 on a comparison matrix), indicating inconsistencies across vendor pages; where multiple official pages list different values, both were captured above.
