1Kosmos BlockID vs RSA Adaptive Authentication comparison

1Kosmos and RSA are both solutions in the Authentication Systems category. 1Kosmos is ranked #10 with an average rating of 9.2, while RSA is ranked #26. 1Kosmos holds a 0.7% mindshare in AS, compared to RSA’s 1.4% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of 1Kosmos users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 71% of RSA users who would recommend it.

1Kosmos BlockID

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100% willing to recommend

RSA Adaptive Authentication

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71% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between 1Kosmos BlockID and RSA Adaptive Authentication based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Authentication Systems solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

1Kosmos BlockID

Ranking in Authentication Systems

10th

Average Rating

9.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

RSA Adaptive Authentication

Ranking in Authentication Systems

26th

Average Rating

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Authentication Systems category, the mindshare of 1Kosmos BlockID is 0.7%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of RSA Adaptive Authentication is 1.4%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Authentication Systems Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
1Kosmos BlockID	0.7%
RSA Adaptive Authentication	1.4%
Other	97.9%

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Csr Kumar

Accounts Receivable Manager at Guru Nanda

Passwordless login has transformed daily accounting work and now saves hours on support calls

The cloud-based feature of 1Kosmos BlockID stands out because when working on SAP, it often went down due to memory size, but since 1Kosmos BlockID is cloud-based, downtime is not experienced. The second standout feature is the login ID and password recognition; it allows the right person to log in without manual entry of usernames and passwords, making 1Kosmos BlockID very helpful in any situation. 1Kosmos BlockID offers passwordless authentication that eliminates 2FA. It operates through biometric authentications, such as facial recognition and thumb impressions, which are compliant security keys for enterprise applications. Identity verification is another strong feature; if 1Kosmos BlockID recognizes a user, it ensures that the right person is logging in. It uses AI and machine learning to scan government-issued IDs, licenses, and passports, matching them with user biometrics for 100% accuracy. The digital wallet feature also stores user identity information in a private or permissioned blockchain, allowing users to control their personal data. It meets high assurance standards, including NIST 800-63-3 and GDPR, and supports both app-based and browser-based user journeys for onboarding and authentication. 1Kosmos BlockID has positively impacted the organization by enhancing security through eliminating usernames and passwords and storing encrypted user data in a private permissioned blockchain, which drastically reduces the risk of data breaches and phishing. Furthermore, it has improved operational efficiency by streamlining the user experience, reducing help desk calls for password resets and simplifying identity management, thus increasing overall productivity. In terms of time savings, for a team of 15 people, a monthly saving of around eight to ten hours has been observed after using 1Kosmos BlockID. Before its implementation, the IT help desk faced 300 to 500 calls a month. After using 1Kosmos BlockID, that number reduced to just 70 to 80 calls monthly, significantly alleviating common password-related issues.

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Directorc4e7

Director of Cyber Security at a financial services firm with 1,001-5,000 employees

We need better ease of use; the product is overly complicated

There are many use cases that we have defined based on our business needs Ingestion of logs and raising alert space on those logs are the most valuable features. The product is basically unusable. We need better ease of use; it's overly complicated. It has taken years to implement. We used RSA…

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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"My advice to others looking into using 1Kosmos BlockID is that it is a wonderful product for passwordless authentication."

"1Kosmos BlockID has provided a return on investment by significantly reducing the need for IT personnel, with the reduced ticket volume from 300 to 500 to just 70 to 80 calls monthly, so only two IT staff members are now required, saving costs equivalent to around 80 lakhs per year."

"1Kosmos BlockID has positively impacted my organization by making our workflow easier because it does not have long procedures and manual paperwork; it is more digital and faster."

"1Kosmos BlockID has improved my organization's identity verification process by making authentication faster, more secure, and easier to manage."

"In my experience with 1Kosmos BlockID, the system was very accurate, with facial recognition working correctly approximately 99% of the time, and the platform is very user-friendly."

"It impacted us in a very positive way because everyone integrated with this and we are saving a lot of time."

"We have seen password-related help desk tickets drop by roughly 40%, and employees now spend noticeably less time dealing with login and account recovery issues."

"1Kosmos BlockID delivers excellent passwordless authentication, biometric identity verification, and adaptive MFA with strong security and a smooth user experience, though the only areas for improvement are the admin interface, reporting capabilities, and simplifying deployment and integrations."

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"Our customer are seeing value from the product, as they experience cost reductions. They can stop fraud from their customers, then their customers can have a better experience from their services."

"One of the most valuable features is the fraud detection capability with minimal friction in the customer experience."

"Once we started adopting these products, we've seen the fraud losses go down considerably."

"It has reduced false positives greatly in our fraud detection ability."

"The capability to manage your business policy related to security when required without vendor involvement."

"The most valuable feature is the stock tokens. That works the best for us."

"Ingestion of logs and raising alert space on those logs are the most valuable features."

"Risk Engine’s risk score, eFN, GeoIP, and device binding all coming together in the Policy Rules to decide when to escalate to MFA."

Cons

"My experience with 1Kosmos BlockID in terms of pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that it could be cheaper; it is somewhat expensive, but I believe it could be more affordable."

"It could be improved because sometimes when I'm trying to authenticate that application using 1Kosmos BlockID, it gives the error of connection timeout or something and we need to try it later."

"I choose 9 out of 10 because there are one or two improvements needed."

"There were issues with multifactor authentication where the ID or the app was not able to let me in."

"The platform could be improved with more customization options for reporting and a simpler initial setup process for administrators."

"1Kosmos BlockID could be improved with a more intuitive admin interface, simpler initial deployment, enhanced reporting, and broader out-of-the-box integrations with third-party applications."

"RSA Adaptive Authentication lacks a mechanism to verify the identity of a new user in the Enrollment event workflow."

"The product is basically unusable. We need better ease of use; it's overly complicated."

"Better filters when searching for events. The current features for current filters when searching fraud events are not very comprehensive. You can only filter by certain fields in the transaction."

"I think I would like to see them use more of our data, and give us more ability to control or configure how the protection patterns work for a specific business, and also provide more transparency into the methodology."

"Reporting modules is one of the major areas that can be improved further."

"It has taken years to implement."

"I would like to see a more adaptive type of solution, something that we could use on our web pages..."

"It's an okay solution. It's just old technology and it's time to move on."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"Keep the proxy service layer on premises. That consumes SaaS security services on the back-end."

"You may need to opt for second best if funding is low and the number of users is huge. However, the pricing is able to be negotiated if your user figures are huge."

"The pricing is $50 per head, yearly."

"Customers need to deploy the solution in a very expensive infrastructure. RSA should should think about a less expensive infrastructure for customers because the solution costs around $100,000, and the infrastructure needed to support that solution may be even more expensive than that price."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Outsourcing Company

26%

Healthcare Company

10%

Retailer

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

26%

Construction Company

18%

Comms Service Provider

Healthcare Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	14

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	1
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	6

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for 1Kosmos BlockID?

My experience with 1Kosmos BlockID in terms of pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that it could be cheaper; it is somewhat expensive, but I believe it could be more affordable.

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What needs improvement with 1Kosmos BlockID?

It could be improved because sometimes when I'm trying to authenticate that application using 1Kosmos BlockID, it gives the error of connection timeout or something and we need to try it later. At ...

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What is your primary use case for 1Kosmos BlockID?

We are using 1Kosmos BlockID for authentication purposes. When we log in to our Workday or our internal site for attendance, which is for our timesheet purposes, we have integrated 1Kosmos BlockID....

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Overview

1Kosmos BlockID is a highly praised solution for identity verification, authentication, and securing access to company resources. Users appreciate its robust security, easy integration, user-friendly interface, and reliable performance.

Its valuable features include seamless integration, robust security measures, biometric authentication, and mobile app convenience. Organizations have seen improved efficiency, communication, and productivity with this solution.

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RSA Adaptive Authentication offers businesses a robust way to enhance security through risk-based authentication. By continuously analyzing user behavior, it helps reduce fraud and secure digital transactions efficiently.

Providing a risk-based approach, RSA Adaptive Authentication evaluates multiple factors to determine potential threats. It uses advanced machine learning algorithms to assess conditions such as user location and device fingerprinting, ensuring an adaptive response to security. Effective for industries needing high security, it supports both on-premises and cloud-based implementations offering customizable security levels to match specific threat landscapes.

What features define RSA Adaptive Authentication?

Risk-Based Authentication: Analyzes user behavior to predict and counter risk.
Behavioral Biometrics: Utilizes patterns like typing speed for identity verification.
Case Management: Provides tools for identifying and managing suspicious activities.
Device Fingerprinting: Tracks devices used for access to enhance security assessment.
Integration Flexibility: Easily integrates with existing systems for seamless operation.
Adaptive Learning: Continuously adjusts to emerging threats with machine learning.

What ROI should users anticipate from RSA Adaptive Authentication?

Enhanced Security: Reduces exposure to cyber threats through proactive measures.
Fraud Prevention: Helps identify and prevent potential fraudulent activities.
Scalability: Supports business growth by readily adapting to increased user demands.
Cost Efficiency: Minimizes security breaches, lowering potential financial losses.

RSA Adaptive Authentication has been implemented successfully across sectors such as banking, healthcare, and e-commerce. Financial institutions leverage it for securing transactions, while health organizations use it to protect sensitive patient data. Online retailers adopt it to assure customers of a secure shopping experience, significantly enhancing trust and user satisfaction.

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Sample Customers

1. Aave 2. Acronis 3. Adidas 4. Aeris 5. Akamai 6. Amadeus 7. AMD 8. Aon 9. Atos 10. Audi 11. Axie Infinity 12. Baidu 13. Bank of America 14. BBVA 15. BMW 16. Carrefour 17. CERN 18. Cisco 19. Coca Cola 20. Colgate-Palmolive 21. Comcast 22. ConsenSys 23. Credit Suisse 24. Decathlon 25. Dell 26. Deutsche Telekom 27. DHL 28. Emirates 29. Ericsson 30. Expedia 31. Fidelity Investments 32. Fiat Chrysler

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