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We performed a comparison between Microsoft Entra ID and Oracle Identity Cloud Service based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Microsoft Entra ID vs. Oracle Identity Cloud Service Report (Updated: May 2024).
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"It is a really nice tool and we have a license for the more complex model.""The user management groups are valuable. It is a pretty basic product, but user management, in general, is valuable with the ability to differentiate between business lines and add different policies, group-based management, and dynamic user groups.""Installation is straightforward. It only took a couple of hours to set everything up.""It's a quite comprehensive solution and it scales quite well within our required scale as well, which is very useful.""Azure is the leading market solution because of its history, features, and maturity.""We're using the whole suite: device management, user credentials, everything that's possible.""It certainly centralizes usernames, and it certainly centralizes credentials. Companies have different tolerances for synchronizing those credentials versus redirecting to on-prem. The use case of maturing into the cloud helps from a SaaS adoption standpoint, and it also tends to be the jumping-off point for larger organizations to start doing PaaS and infrastructure as a service. So, platform as a service and infrastructure as a service kind of dovetail off the Active Directory synchronization piece and the email and SharePoint. It becomes a natural step for people, who wouldn't normally do infrastructure as a service, because they're already exposed to this, and they have already set up their email and SharePoint there. All of the components are there.""We do not have to deploy lots of machines all over the place to run things as a service, which is how we like to deploy things, just as a service."

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"Identity Cloud has simplified our migrations. Since we're primarily working with native Oracle solutions, we can adopt many features of Oracle Identity Cloud Management.""The APIs are well documented, which has allowed us to access the IDCS security applications in our custom APIs.""The most valuable features are the high stability and good performance.""The most valuable feature is the reduced maintenance burden for the client.""Onboarding of new employees, consultants, and partners has rapidly increased. We reduced the time to onboard them and the ease of onboarding has been improved. Therefore, we recognize there has been efficiency which has been brought into our organization.""The most valuable feature is identity management.""Federation and Identity let us create users and send federation tools, giving the authentication and authorization to users. With the on-premise solution, I can do the installation, configuration, and integration of Identity Access Management. This gives us direct access. The integration with the single solution E-business suite is also very valuable."

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Cons
"If somebody is using an IdP or an identity solution other than Active Directory, that's where you have to start jumping through some hoops... I don't think the solution is quite as third-party-centric as Okta or Auth0.""The cost of licensing always has room for improvement.""There is no documentation about how Microsoft will scale Azure AD for customers. It only mentions that it will scale out if you have a lot of requests but does not mention how in detail.""A couple of years ago, I experienced some difficulty in implementing the solutions, the services of Azure AD. In one instance, I was not able to configure Azure AD for a registration. This was two or three years ago. However, currently, the documentation is very clear and there are no loopholes or anything that could hinder even a simple IT administrator to implement these services.""Microsoft's technical support has shortcomings where improvements are required.""The most challenging aspect I found was the creation of organizational units and specific domains. They have a tool called Bastion, which is expensive and a little bit confusing.""There are issues using it with ADFS.""The solution has certain limitations. For example, it has very little governance functionality."

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"We still see a lot of bugs in any of the versions that Oracle comes out with. So, there are a lot of bugs that need to be fixed.""Self Service features are still limited in IDCS, and there is a need for more customization of the self-service screens.""The IDs that are not used for a particular number of days should be disabled automatically.""The initial setup was a little complex. At that time, the method of integration was a bit complicated due to the scripts that we were required to write for the integration.""The protocol could be easier to use.""The cost of this solution should be reduced.""Oracle needs to improve the GUI and many other aspects of the cloud console. It isn't as slick as Azure, Google, or IWS cloud. The documentation could be better, too."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The licensing cost is a bit prohibitive."
  • "The licensing is really not clear unless you are a premium client."
  • "Licensing is easy."
  • "It is a really nice tool and we have a license for the more complex model."
  • "It is not too expensive."
  • "It's really affordable."
  • "I do not have experience with pricing."
  • "Licensing fees are paid on a monthly basis and the cost depends on the number of users."
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  • "The foundation tier that is offered with other cloud services subscriptions is fairly extensive and supports the use of identities, groups, and privileges in those cloud services."
  • "Our licensing costs are on a yearly basis."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:We switched to Duo Security for identity verification. We’d been using a competitor but got the chance to evaluate Duo for 30 days, and we could not be happier Duo Security is easy to configure and… more »
    Top Answer:It is very simple. The Active Directory functions are very easy for us. Its integration with anything is very easy. We can easily do third-party multifactor authentication.
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature is the reduced maintenance burden for the client.
    Top Answer:We still see a lot of bugs in any of the versions that Oracle comes out with. So, there are a lot of bugs that need to be fixed. Some of the documentation is not incorrect, but it could be more clear… more »
    Top Answer:I used it for user provisioning, role-based access control, and single sign-on. I had various different use cases.
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    Azure AD, Azure Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Authenticator
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    Overview

    Microsoft Entra ID, previously known as Azure AD (Active Directory), is Microsoft's cloud-based identity and access management (IAM) solution. Designed to help organizations of all sizes manage user identities and create an intelligent security perimeter around their cloud and on-premise resources. Microsoft Entra ID or Azure AD is integral to the Microsoft 365 and Azure ecosystems. It provides a robust set of capabilities to manage users and groups and secure access to applications in a centralized, streamlined manner.

    Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) is a login system, morphing into a sophisticated identity and access management (IAM) solution for the modern, hybrid workplace. Imagine a single vault for all your digital keys – that's the essence of Entra ID's identity management. It acts as a central repository for user identities, encompassing usernames, passwords, and even additional attributes like department or employee role.

    These capabilities enabled simplified administration using a unified platform for adding, modifying, and deleting user accounts. Users no longer need to remember login credentials for a plethora of applications. Entra ID streamlines access by using the same identity across various cloud services and on-premises resources (if integrated). Centralized identity management allows for stricter enforcement of security policies and password complexity requirements across the organization.

    Authentication sits at the heart of the solution, ensuring only authorized users gain access to sensitive resources. It employs a multi-pronged approach:

    • Password Authentication: The traditional method of username and password is still supported, but Entra ID encourages stronger authentication methods.
    • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Adding an extra layer of security, MFA requires users to verify their identity beyond just a password – through a code sent to their phone, fingerprint recognition, or a security key.
    • Single Sign-On (SSO): This user-friendly feature eliminates the need to enter credentials repeatedly. Users sign in once to Entra ID and gain seamless access to all authorized applications, boosting productivity.
    • Conditional Access Policies: Providing granular control over how and when users can access resources. Based on conditions like user role, location, device state, and the application being accessed, Conditional Access policies help ensure that only the right people under the right conditions can access sensitive resources.
    • Seamless Integration: Seamless integration with thousands of SaaS applications, Microsoft 365, and on-premises applications via Application Proxy or third-party identity bridges.
    • Advanced Security Reports and Alerts: Sophisticated security monitoring, reporting tools, and automated alerts. These features enable to identify potential security issues, such as atypical behavior or attempted identity attacks, allowing for swift remediation actions.

    For organizations with on-premises infrastructure, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) offers hybrid identity options. This allows for a smooth integration between on-premises Active Directory and Entra ID, providing a consistent identity for users across both environments. It enables organizations to leverage their existing investments in on-premises infrastructure while taking advantage of cloud scalability and flexibility.

    In conclusion, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) is a comprehensive IAM solution that addresses the complex challenges of managing and securing identities in a cloud-centric world. Its blend of ease of use, security, and integration capabilities makes it an essential component of modern IT infrastructure, supporting both operational efficiency and strategic business objectives.

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        Oracle Identity Cloud Service enables organizations to automate security, compliance, and IDM activities regardless of where they are on their journey to the cloud.

        Sample Customers
        Microsoft Entre ID is trusted by companies of all sizes and industries including Walmart, Zscaler, Uniper, Amtrak, monday.com, and more.
        Valuecube, Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction, Ricoh
        Top Industries
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        Financial Services Firm14%
        Computer Software Company14%
        Non Profit6%
        Manufacturing Company5%
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        Educational Organization26%
        Computer Software Company12%
        Financial Services Firm9%
        Government6%
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        Computer Software Company21%
        Manufacturing Company12%
        Government9%
        Financial Services Firm9%
        Company Size
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        Small Business33%
        Midsize Enterprise14%
        Large Enterprise53%
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        Small Business18%
        Midsize Enterprise35%
        Large Enterprise47%
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        Small Business20%
        Midsize Enterprise20%
        Large Enterprise60%
        Buyer's Guide
        Microsoft Entra ID vs. Oracle Identity Cloud Service
        May 2024
        Find out what your peers are saying about Microsoft Entra ID vs. Oracle Identity Cloud Service and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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        Microsoft Entra ID is ranked 1st in Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) with 190 reviews while Oracle Identity Cloud Service is ranked 22nd in Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) with 7 reviews. Microsoft Entra ID is rated 8.6, while Oracle Identity Cloud Service is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of Microsoft Entra ID writes "Saves us time and money and features Conditional Access policies, SSPR, and MFA". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Oracle Identity Cloud Service writes "An important foundation product for other cloud services, although the UI needs improvement". Microsoft Entra ID is most compared with Microsoft Intune, Google Cloud Identity, CyberArk Privileged Access Manager, Ping Identity Platform and Okta Workforce Identity, whereas Oracle Identity Cloud Service is most compared with SailPoint Identity Security Cloud. See our Microsoft Entra ID vs. Oracle Identity Cloud Service report.

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