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BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management vs CyberArk Privileged Access Manager vs One Identity Manager comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
6.9
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management offers ROI through compliance, security, cost savings, and efficient PAM benefits on Microsoft Azure.
Sentiment score
6.6
CyberArk enhances security, reduces risks and costs, improves efficiency, and streamlines workflows, but ROI remains difficult to quantify.
Sentiment score
5.9
Implementing One Identity Manager enhances efficiency and reduces costs through automation, improving ROI with streamlined processes and maintenance.
Money saving is the main part because every organization tries to reduce their costs.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
The return on investment lies in improved security infrastructure, addressing over-privileged access, and reducing the risk of credential compromise, which is a major source of data breaches.
Cyber Security Engineer at Isolutions Associates Ltd (ISOLS)
The end users have the authority to reconcile the password or verify it before using session isolation, which is one of the unique features that can be enabled through Privileged Session Manager, preventing any attacks from happening within the organization when connected with sessions through CyberArk Privileged Access Manager.
Senior Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager has helped customers save on costs primarily by reducing the number of engineering and information security personnel.
Head of Sales Services Department at a comms service provider with 51-200 employees
Without it, we would need thousands of additional people.
enterprise it architect at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
Instead of spending on various systems, having one centralized system that handles all my organizational requirements helps save money.
IAM Consultant at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees
Several users reported reduced onboarding and offboarding times by around 40% thanks to automated provisioning and de-provisioning.
Business Analyst at a startup based organization
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.1
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management support is positively rated for expertise but could improve response times, especially in Pacific time.
Sentiment score
6.5
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager's customer service is knowledgeable but experiences delays and inconsistency in response times.
Sentiment score
6.6
One Identity Manager's customer support is praised for responsiveness, but experiences issues with delays, expertise, and documentation quality.
Support is critical, especially when challenges arise related to PAM.
Solution Architect at FVC
They offer support around the clock, and responses are generally quick.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
BeyondTrust support is reliable.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
CyberArk has been exceptional in coming back to us with immediate responses.
IT Cyber Security Lead at a mining and metals company with 1,001-5,000 employees
It could be forever until you talk to someone who knows what they are doing.
Senior PAM Consultant at iC Consult GmbH
Based on the issue resolution and support quality, I rate the support 10 out of 10.
Operation Specialists at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
If you have outages or critical production problems, you can count on the manufacturer to help resolve the situation.
Managing Director at a consultancy with 1-10 employees
They should focus on bringing in technically skilled individuals who understand the tools and technologies involved.
Back End Developer at DC Smarter
Compared to my experiences with other tools, their support is exemplary.
Senior Manager at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.3
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management scales effectively, supports large networks, and integrates easily, meeting enterprise-level needs efficiently.
Sentiment score
7.6
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager is scalable, supports diverse environments, but scaling decisions depend on licensing and proper planning.
Sentiment score
7.0
One Identity Manager is scalable, managing enterprise growth and thousands of identities in hybrid and cloud environments efficiently.
The initial understanding of the environment is crucial, followed by a simple deployment process.
Solution Architect at FVC
The CPM can reportedly handle up to 50,000 accounts independently without issue.
Privileged Access Management Engineer at a hospitality company with 10,001+ employees
I would rate it a ten out of ten for scalability.
IT Cyber Security Lead at a mining and metals company with 1,001-5,000 employees
They had 40,000 passwords in this one safe, and it was saving the last ten iterations of each password object. That means they had 400,000 password objects in this safe. They exceeded the limit.
Senior PAM Consultant at iC Consult GmbH
It is architected so that key components can be scaled both horizontally and vertically to handle increasing loads from employee accounts to millions of external identities if needed.
Business Analyst at a startup based organization
Generally, if we need to add thousands of new users, we can ramp up container resources effectively.
Project Manager at B. Braun Group
It is highly scalable and capable of keeping up with the organization's growth needs, especially in the enterprise environment.
Technical Support Executive at Digitaltrack
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is stable and excels in cloud deployments, with minor configuration-related issues noted.
Sentiment score
7.7
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager is highly reliable and stable, with minor issues mainly from older versions or configurations.
Sentiment score
7.5
One Identity Manager is stable and reliable, though frequent updates, bugs, and customizations can challenge performance in large environments.
The appliances are stable, and there are no significant issues with backups or recovery.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is very easy to use; if you know the process of cybersecurity, you will not experience downtime.
Presales Engineer at SAUDI PARAMOUNT COMPUTER SYSTEMS
Proper fine-tuning and expertise ensure the product performs well.
Cybersecurity Specialist at a comms service provider with 5,001-10,000 employees
Overall, the stability of the solution is high.
Senior Cybersecurity Manager at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
It has a large customer base and positive feedback within my network.
Senior Manager at a energy/utilities company with 1,001-5,000 employees
One Identity Manager is considered stable and dependable for enterprise identity management with a strong track record of uptime and reliability when implemented correctly.
Business Analyst at a startup based organization
It is widely seen as stable in production once properly configured, especially for Active Directory automation, user provisioning, de-provisioning, and role-based delegation.
Cyber Security Analyst at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
It has a strong core architecture, a reliable user lifecycle management engine, a strong workflow engine, and stable integrations with Active Directory, SAP, HR systems, and enterprise applications.
Sr.Technical Engineer at a retailer with 11-50 employees
 

Room For Improvement

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management needs UI enhancement, better OS integration, smoother deployment, improved support, and streamlined policy management.
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager needs improved navigation, reporting, automation, integration, platform compatibility, and pricing for enhanced user satisfaction.
Users face challenges with setup, UI complexity, and customization; enhancements are needed for better user experience and developer engagement.
The ability to view recorded live sessions of specific users is a crucial benefit.
Solution Architect at FVC
There is a need for better MQ integration with DevOps and improvements in architecture.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
This product is highly ranked on Gartner, Peers, and other review sites.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
They want everything to be on the cloud, but even in the SaaS version of CyberArk Privileged Access Manager, they need to deploy some servers on-premises.
Presales Engineer at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
We cannot generate a plug-in for web-based applications.
Contractor at a pharma/biotech company with 5,001-10,000 employees
If they want clients to move to the cloud, they need to support them in real-time.
Senior Manager at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
This lack of 24-hour support is problematic from a testing and development standpoint.
It is crucial for them to expand their support team to match their product's success.
Lead Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
When it comes to privileged access management, we need to know who has access to what, which is the central problem we want to solve.
Principal Cybersecurity Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
 

Setup Cost

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management offers complex, competitive pricing with varying licensing models, recommended for negotiation and fixed-price deals.
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager is costly but valued for features and security, deemed worthwhile for large implementations.
One Identity Manager provides flexible pricing for enterprises, with substantial costs varying by user count, features, and deployment type.
If a solution fits a customer's budget, considerations must be made that it may not have all the features of more expensive solutions.
Solution Architect at FVC
CyberArk is expensive compared to other products I know.
Cybersecurity Specialist at a comms service provider with 5,001-10,000 employees
CyberArk is comparatively expensive compared to other PAM solutions, such as Delinea, especially during renewal.
Presales Engineer at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
CyberArk's SaaS solution is particularly expensive.
Senior Manager at a energy/utilities company with 1,001-5,000 employees
On-premises might incur higher costs.
IAM DEVELOPER at a university with 10,001+ employees
We have a good enterprise license agreement, and we are very happy with what we get for the price we pay for it.
enterprise it architect at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
Many customers find it fair and reasonable for enterprise use, though it can be expensive for smaller organizations due to total licensing and implementation cost.
Business Analyst at a startup based organization
 

Valuable Features

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management enhances security with granular control, integration, and features like asset discovery and threat detection.
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager enhances security and efficiency with robust features, seamless integrations, and user-friendly, scalable architecture.
One Identity Manager enhances identity management with customization, integration, and automation, improving efficiency, security, and compliance in enterprises.
Another important aspect is the ability to move the solution to the cloud or install it on-premises, offering my customers flexibility.
CEO at a non-tech company with 11-50 employees
When any unauthorized user makes an attempt, it notifies the administrators.
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
For security purposes in BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management, when employees are working in the system, we can make a recording of the video, showing the modifications and configurations they made, allowing us to see everything.
Presales Engineer at SAUDI PARAMOUNT COMPUTER SYSTEMS
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager helps ensure data privacy because we now know who is using which credentials and at what time.
Senior Cybersecurity Manager at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
It keeps a record of activities, allowing me to easily fetch screen recordings to detect any misuse and see who did what and what happened.
Senior Manager at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
It can integrate with Splunk, SNMP, and other solutions and technologies.
Technical Support Analyst at Capgemini
It ensures high security through multiple approval processes, preventing unauthorized access and enhancing compliance by providing time-based access for privileged accounts with proper audit trails.
Principal Consultant at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
It continuously monitors user behavior in real-time, triggering automated responses, and manages secure access for both on-premises and cloud applications using protocols such as SAML.
IAM DEVELOPER at a university with 10,001+ employees
Once you have some experience, it demonstrates best practices and guides you on the correct way to use the tool.
IAM Developer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees
 

Mindshare comparison

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management3.1%
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager10.4%
Delinea Secret Server4.5%
Other82.0%
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Privileged Access Management (PAM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager10.4%
Delinea Secret Server4.5%
One Identity Safeguard4.4%
Other80.7%
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Identity Governance Administration (IGA) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
One Identity Manager10.6%
SailPoint Identity Security Cloud29.6%
Saviynt Identity Cloud17.7%
Other42.099999999999994%
Identity Governance Administration (IGA)
 

Featured Reviews

Md Abdul Hakim - PeerSpot reviewer
System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited
Offers solid performance and user adaptability but needs better pricing options and local support
BeyondTrust is a strong, compliance-driven solution with excellent market recognition (Gartner, Peers, etc.), making it appealing for Bangladeshi enterprises. However, some key improvements could accelerate adoption: Areas for Improvement: Pricing & Local Affordability While the product’s capabilities justify its value, cost remains a barrier for many Bangladeshi organizations. Competitive pricing or regional discounts would make it more accessible. Local Support & Partnerships Currently, lack of local partners or trainers creates delays in support, implementation, and pricing negotiations. Establishing a Bangladesh-based support team or authorized resellers would improve responsiveness and trust. Enhanced Onboarding & Training Offering localized training programs (in Bengali/English) and documentation would help IT teams deploy and manage the solution more efficiently. Recommendations for Next Release: Introduce tiered pricing for emerging markets like Bangladesh. Develop a partner network in Bangladesh for faster service and sales. Add simplified dashboards for easier monitoring by non-technical staff. Final Note: BeyondTrust is already a top-tier PAM solution, but addressing these gaps would solidify its leadership in Bangladesh’s growing cybersecurity market.
Atul-Gujar - PeerSpot reviewer
CyberArk manager at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
Secures critical infrastructures with essential user session audit records
A potential area for improvement is enhancing support for cluster environments and distributed Vaults. Clients in multiple countries that need central access have different challenges that require better solutions from CyberArk. For financial services, CyberArk can improve incident response by ensuring fast support for critical priority tickets to meet compliance requirements. Providing more documentation on CyberArk is recommended for new team members to enhance their troubleshooting capabilities. I understand it's up to the client, but 99% fail to change the demo key, so it's crucial for CyberArk to emphasize changing the key and documenting it as part of the installation process.
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.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
15%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Computer Software Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Outsourcing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business15
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise15
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business59
Midsize Enterprise42
Large Enterprise174
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business106
Midsize Enterprise34
Large Enterprise119
 

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Also Known As

BeyondTrust PowerBroker, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Windows, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Mac, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Linux, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Unix, Avecto Defendpoint
CyberArk Privileged Access Security, CyberArk Enterprise Password Vault
Quest One Identity Manager
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Aera Energy LLC, Care New England, James Madison University
Rockwell Automation
Texas A&M, Sky Media, BHF Bank, Swiss Post, Union Investment, Wayne State University. More at OneIdentity.com/casestudies
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