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Beta Systems GARANCY IAM Suite vs One Identity Manager comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Beta Systems GARANCY IAM Suite
Ranking in User Provisioning Software
14th
Ranking in Identity Management (IM)
32nd
Average Rating
7.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
One Identity Manager
Ranking in User Provisioning Software
1st
Ranking in Identity Management (IM)
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
175
Ranking in other categories
Identity Governance Administration (IGA) (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the User Provisioning Software category, the mindshare of Beta Systems GARANCY IAM Suite is 2.4%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of One Identity Manager is 9.5%, down from 17.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
User Provisioning Software Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
One Identity Manager9.5%
Beta Systems GARANCY IAM Suite2.4%
Other88.1%
User Provisioning Software
 

Featured Reviews

it_user245424 - PeerSpot reviewer
Business Process Modeler - Business Security Office (Bank sector) at a consultancy with 51-200 employees
The connectors are valuable, however it doesn't check that the access granted was previously requested.
All the connectors to different target systems. It has allowed us to have a central system for handling security profiles for all users on different target systems e.g.  Oracle, Unix, and Active Directory. This product launches a request to add or remove accesses on…
Neha Chhangani - PeerSpot reviewer
Business Analyst at a startup based organization
Centralized identity governance has automated lifecycle management and simplifies compliance
One Identity Manager could be improved by making the initial setup and configuration simpler, especially for complex workflows and integrations. The user interface and reporting dashboards could also be more modern and intuitive with better out-of-the-box analytics. Additionally, clearer documentation and faster implementation guidance would help organizations get value more quickly. One specific challenge my team encountered was the complexity during initial configuration, especially when setting up custom workflows and role models which required more time and expertise. We also felt that out-of-the-box reports and dashboards are limited, and more customizable real-time analytics would be helpful. Better documentation and guided setup wizards would make adoption easier, particularly for teams new to identity governance tools. One improvement I think One Identity Manager needs is the enhanced self-service experience. The end-user self-service portal could be more intuitive with clearer guidance for access requests and password resets. Additionally, while integrations are solid, deeper cloud-native connectors and API-driven automation would help in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. A more responsive mobile interface or dedicated app for approvals and tasks would help managers who are often on the go. One more improvement is the built-in predictive insights or trend dashboards around access patterns and risk could improve proactive governance. More descriptive error messages and in-tool troubleshooting tips during setup configuration would reduce dependency on external documentation or support.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It has allowed us to have a central system for handling security profiles for all users on different target systems e.g. Oracle, Unix, and Active Directory."
"We have reduced about 60 percent of our help desk calls, especially for onboarding and simple tasks that do One Identity automation."
"When it comes to ease of customization, there are a lot of different object types. I can create my own object types."
"The portfolio view simplifies this process, eliminating the need to check through Tableau or other tools."
"It's very flexible."
"There were significant productivity benefits over our previous platform with the increased automation which took the process of onboarding staff down from days to minutes."
"In general, One Identity Manager can handle everything you can expect, and we haven't found anything we couldn't do."
"The policy and role management features are very powerful and useful for our customers."
"Provisioning users and permissions has been automated."
 

Cons

"This product launches a request to add or remove accesses on different target systems but it doesn't check that the access granted was previously requested."
"One Identity Manager needs to come up with many more out-of-the-box connectors, similar to Workday and ServiceNow."
"I would like them to enhance the search functionality to enable faster processing when looking for objects."
"One area where One Identity Manager could improve is the user interface and overall complexity for new administrators because the initial learning curve can be challenging."
"The primary drawback of One Identity Manager is the customization of the WebGUI."
"Reporting customization and troubleshooting complex workflows can sometimes be time-consuming, so better visibility and simpler administration tools would be helpful."
"It’s not something you get from the beginning. It’s not like Windows. It is more complicated. You need to know a few things from the back end, however, as you learn it, it becomes easy."
"The technical support is non-existent. It is not worth talking about."
"The downside of the product is it is complex and you need an implementation partner to help you develop it. You can't do it on your own."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"Start with an operations team that is motivated to learn a lot in a short period of time. The longer you wait, the more expensive it will be to get the right level of expertise in this area."
"Pricing depends on licensing models, such as per-user licensing and feature-based pricing. Additional models like governance, provisioning, and reporting increase costs."
"One Identity Manager's pricing is competitive and in line with what other companies offer."
"There are old processes that are really great for some people and look like pieces of artwork. However, the maintenance of them is really expensive."
"One Identity Manager's pricing is reasonable."
"You get a lot of bang for your buck with One Identity. It has many features that are included in the standard IGA license. Most people who are considering buying One Identity don't understand how much power is behind it in engines."
"There is a one-time licensing cost, and there is also a yearly subscription fee."
"One Identity Manager is fairly priced."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
19%
Construction Company
19%
Comms Service Provider
12%
University
10%
Outsourcing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business94
Midsize Enterprise33
Large Enterprise117
 

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for One Identity Manager?
The pricing and licensing of One Identity Manager are reasonable considering the features and capabilities it offers for enterprise use.
What needs improvement with One Identity Manager?
One Identity Manager would benefit from enhancements in flow customization and faster performance in large environments to make it more efficient. Overall, it is a strong solution with great potent...
What is your primary use case for One Identity Manager?
One Identity Manager serves as our centralized identity governance and access management solution across the organization, primarily used for managing the complete user life cycle including onboard...
 

Also Known As

SAM Enterprise Identity Manager, Garancy Identity Manager
Quest One Identity Manager
 

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Sample Customers

Nord/LB, DEVK, Lufthansa, Millennium bcp, Banca Intesa
Texas A&M, Sky Media, BHF Bank, Swiss Post, Union Investment, Wayne State University. More at OneIdentity.com/casestudies
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