Aware (AWRE) Moat Score: 4/10 (As of Jun. 29, 2026)


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61 GF Score
Price $1.36
GF Value $1.72
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Aware Moat Score?

Aware AWRE +4.62% 61 Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus rates AWRE with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.72 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,844 Software companies, Aware ranks better than 90.15% on this metric.

Aware has the Moat Score of 4, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Aware has Narrow Moat: Aware Inc has a discernible but modest moat due to its intellectual property in biometric software. However, the competitive tech landscape and moderate customer switching costs limit its moat strength.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Aware might have Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat.

Aware  (NAS:AWRE) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Aware Moat Score Related Terms

AWRE vs ANKM, INLX, LGCL: Moat Score Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Aware's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Aware Moat Score vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Aware's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Aware's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 4 mean?
Aware (AWRE) has a Moat Score of 4 as of Jun. 29, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Aware ranks #280 out of 2844 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 9.8%.
Is Aware's Moat Score too high?
Aware's current Moat Score is 4. Based on the distribution chart, Aware ranks #280 out of 2844 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Aware has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Aware's Moat Score compare to ANKM and INLX?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Aware ranks #280 out of 2844 companies for Moat Score. This places Aware in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Software company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Software industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Aware's current Moat Score is 4. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Aware stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aware (AWRE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.72, compared to a current price of $1.36 — trading 20.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 4. Aware's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Aware (AWRE), the current Moat Score is 4 as of Jun. 29, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Aware (AWRE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Aware stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.36 is trading 20.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.72. GuruFocus considers Aware to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for AWRE:

  • Moat Score: 4
  • GF Value™: $1.72 vs. price of $1.36 (20.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the AWRE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Aware Business Description

Address 76 Blanchard Road, Burlington, MA, USA, 01803
Aware Inc provides biometric identity and authentication solutions. Its Awareness Platform transforms biometric data into actionable intelligence, allowing its clients to verify identities and authenticate access and transactions. The company's products span multiple biometric modalities, including fingerprint, face, iris, and voice. It offers: a broad range of biometrics software products and solutions, including platforms like AwareSDK, AwareABIS, AFIX Suite of Products, Awareness Platform, and WebEnroll; software components such as SDKs, APIs, and applications that customers use to develop their systems into more effective solutions; and several program management and software engineering services. Aware earns maximum revenue from the U.S., followed by the UK and the rest of the world.
61GF Score

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