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1Kosmos BlockID vs Symantec VIP Access Manager comparison

 

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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
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Symantec VIP Access Manager
Ranking in Authentication Systems
12th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
15
Ranking in other categories
Access Management (22nd)
 

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 Symantec VIP Access Manager is 2.0%, up from 1.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Authentication Systems Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
1Kosmos BlockID0.7%
Symantec VIP Access Manager2.0%
Other97.3%
Authentication Systems
 

Featured Reviews

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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.
Berk Onur - PeerSpot reviewer
Presales Consultant at Cyberwise
With its mobile application, this tool offers a convenient and user-friendly experience to its users
To improve the tool, I think that the solution should consider integrations with other cybersecurity and IT technologies, such as Privileged Access Management and Site Integration. Additionally, the implementation of second-factor authentication via Symantec VIP Access Manager, CyberArk, and Delinea, among other technologies, could be best for the product. While the existing technology is okay, improving the integration capabilities for Symantec VIP Access Manager would benefit the product. I would like to see the solution meet the integration needs at our company. While many cybersecurity solutions can function independently, they often lack integration with our systems due to missed integration points. Improving the solution's integration feature would be beneficial.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"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."
"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 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."
"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."
"My advice to others looking into using 1Kosmos BlockID is that it is a wonderful product for passwordless authentication."
"1Kosmos BlockID has improved my organization's identity verification process by making authentication faster, more secure, and easier to manage."
"I would highly recommend using 1Kosmos BlockID because I came to know that purchasing the license is lesser when compared to Microsoft or Okta."
"VIP is a strong, cloud-based authentication service that enables organizations to secure access to networks and applications to prevent unauthorized logins to company resources, even when passwords have been compromised or shared."
"The tool has been very stable, in my experience. Also, I haven't faced any issues or problems with integration or connectivity."
"It offers more platform support, like Apple, Android, and Microsoft."
"The two-factor authentication is most definitely valuable and moves us closer to being able to check off those important boxes for compliance."
"Pricing was about 25% of the old solution, saving us about $500,000 over three years for 10,000 users."
"Integration with Citrix Access Gateway, Microsoft Office 365 and Single Sign-On (through Symantec Validation and ID Protection Access Manager) has increased the productivity of the employees for accessing resources."
"It is easy to use."
"The main benefit of Symantec VIP is that it provides strong authentication while keeping it as a very user friendly experience."
 

Cons

"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."
"I choose 9 out of 10 because there are one or two improvements needed."
"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."
"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."
"The gateway server is a RADIUS server, but it lacks the functionality of returning RADIUS attributes other than those that are required for the gateway to authenticate the users."
"I would like to see the solution meet the integration needs at our company...Improving the solution's integration feature would be beneficial."
"Geofencing needs improvement."
"Maybe Symantec could consider providing a step-by-step guide for first-time users."
"It is challenging to use when installing a new version."
"At times, the relay server could not contact Symantec; it would fail open and allow access without a passcode."
"The VIP Manager can be accessed from the outside which is a security vulnerability."
"In my opinion, for this solution, the technical support is not so expert when we talk about integration using the API."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"Licensing and pricing seems very fair."
"I can say that the solution is worth the money."
"There is a one-time setup fee plus the licenses are provided as per the number of users. For SMS and voice calls, the costs are separate."
"There are additional costs for maintenance."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Outsourcing Company
26%
Healthcare Company
10%
Retailer
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Construction Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Comms Service Provider
10%
Outsourcing Company
8%
 

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business18
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise14
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business4
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise10
 

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.
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 ...
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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