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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
177
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."
"One of the best features of One Identity Manager is its high level of customization."
"We have seen a slight reduction in help desk calls, as this solution is a self-service product."
"One Identity Manager is very efficient for a limited amount of users, and it is easy to use and handle."
"Overall, One Identity Manager has been a solid platform for improving identity governance and automation, especially in large environments where centralized access management and compliance visibility are important."
"One Identity Manager is a complete governance tool, but its pricing remains reasonable when measured against other vendors."
"The Data Importer is a great tool to create an ETL. It generates code which is easy to maintain later without the tool."
"One Identity Manager is going to improve your CIS standards, or any other security framework, because it is going to help automate account management and entitlement management."
"I like how One Identity Manager is designed. We can control granular-level permissions. Compared to SailPoint and CyberArk, we can go granular in the access levels. We can control it at the table, column, and database levels. That's the power of One Identity."
 

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."
"A major area for improvement is Web Designer. If One Identity Manager advances this, it will greatly benefit all customers."
"The web interface has room for improvement. It could be more performant and the design of the web interface is relatively complicated. It could be simplified."
"The user interface can be a bit clunky. It could be more modern."
"Using dynamic business roles can degrade the performance of One Identity Manager."
"I believe report customization and dashboard usability could be improved in One Identity Manager."
"The product's GUI could be more user-friendly."
"One Identity Manager can be improved because implementation and administration require specialized knowledge, and deployment efforts can be significant."
"There are occasional issues with the UI or errors when servers are not up and running, often requiring a restart from cache memory and other related areas."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"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 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 has a reasonable price point."
"The solution is flexible, in general. You can define the parts of the solution that you want to use, and it won't affect the price."
"It needs flexibility in the licensing or packaging, because you buy the entire package at once, and sometimes the customers are a bit overwhelmed with whatever they get. I would like if they could cut the licensing or packaging into somewhat smaller things."
"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."
"From a cost perspective, One Identity has the biggest bang for the buck."
"We pay yearly and per active user. One of the reasons that we chose One Identity Manager is because of the pricing. It is reasonable and affordable compared to other products which we considered before choosing this solution for the company."
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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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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business98
Midsize Enterprise34
Large Enterprise119
 

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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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