BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management vs Symantec VIP Access Manager comparison

The compared BeyondTrust and Broadcom solutions aren't in the same category. BeyondTrust is ranked #11 in PAM , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 3.2% mindshare in the category. Broadcom is ranked #12 in AS , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 2.1% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of BeyondTrust users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 86% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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86% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privil...

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Privileged Access Management (PAM) (11th), Anti-Malware Tools (22nd)

Symantec VIP Access Manager

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Authentication Systems (12th), Access Management (21st)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Identity and Access Management solutions, they serve different purposes. BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is designed for Privileged Access Management (PAM) and holds a mindshare of 3.2%, down 3.9% compared to last year.
Symantec VIP Access Manager, on the other hand, focuses on Authentication Systems, holds 2.1% mindshare, up 1.7% since last year.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management	3.2%
Idira Privileged Access Manager	9.9%
One Identity Safeguard	4.4%
Other	82.5%

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Authentication Systems Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Symantec VIP Access Manager	2.1%
Microsoft Entra ID	6.0%
Okta Platform	4.6%
Other	87.3%

Authentication Systems

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NasirAkbar

Presales Engineer at SAUDI PARAMOUNT COMPUTER SYSTEMS

Improved security measures with some support response delays

For BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management, the best features are the security measures we have, such as not sharing any credentials with employees in the bank sector. 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. The recording option is available. BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management positively impacts the organization by providing more security and benefits, such as ensuring that if modifications are made, we can see where mistakes occurred in the recording video. The recording video in BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management allows us to see modifications and mistakes, which is an advantage.

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Berk Onur

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.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The user experience is good, and there are many preconfigured platforms."

"One of the valuable features is the absence of any local user in a unique system. All users are defined in the AD; communication is only between Unix and AD."

"It has reduced the unwanted risk and increased the security posture."

"PowerBroker allows elevation of required actions or application and eliminates the need of user having full administrative access."

"I find the comprehensive Privilege Access Management features valuable, including automation, and the ability to integrate with applications and the Windows operating system."

"What I liked about this solution is that it can also integrate for tracking malicious use or sending analytics to a host that can process them."

"This program has a good reputation in the market and it is more required for the security of your infrastructure."

"AI adds value by automating the onboarding of assets and using smart rules to assign privileges."

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"Pricing was about 25% of the old solution, saving us about $500,000 over three years for 10,000 users."

"The product is useful for providing user access from an in-built office server as we follow the work-from-home model."

"The two-factor authentication is most definitely valuable and moves us closer to being able to check off those important boxes for compliance."

"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."

"It offers more platform support, like Apple, Android, and Microsoft."

"The ease of integrating into an existing authentication system."

"In this version 9.1, lots of changes are done for the dashboard, User Store etc."

"If you're looking for a fairly lightweight client that works very well for remote access purposes, I think Symantec is definitely a good product."

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Cons

"We have installed BeyondTrust, however, it's not working as-is."

"They need to come up with better integrative options which should be customer-centric."

"What's bothering me, which is true of all of them, is that sometimes, the error codes that come up don't necessarily get reflected in the searches within their support sites or they're out of date."

"The help system should be improved to provide a quick help guide with each tab within the solution, which explains what each particular function does."

"The deployment process should be clarified or made simpler."

"There is a need for better MQ integration with DevOps and improvements in architecture."

"The BeyondInsight appliance environment is not as flexible as it should be in some designs."

"Improvements could focus on adding more AI features to automate processes that are currently manual or challenging for end users."

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"The reporting on the VIP Manager is not correct."

"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."

"The VIP Manager can be accessed from the outside which is a security vulnerability."

"There are some shortcomings on the reporting side, such as how many connections you can get per month."

"I would like to see the solution meet the integration needs at our company...Improving the solution's integration feature would be beneficial."

"It gets out of sync with Active Directory or whatever it might be, whatever the authentication piece is on Active Directory, and they just reset it on the backend. I never have to contact the vendor."

"Every time that I have a new phone or computer, it takes a little longer to deploy it."

"The User Store synchronization part needs to improve. Also, the logs, reports, and dashboard can be improved."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."

"Price-wise, it is very competitive. In our area, government entities and banks don't go for the monthly payment. It is a headache even for us in terms of finance and procurement to go for monthly payments. Quarterly might be more logical and reasonable, but the minimum that we go for is one year, and sometimes, we even try to compile and give one offering for three years."

"What BeyondTrust was providing was user-based licensing which was a great benefit from the client point of view. Recently, I don't know why, the licensing model has been changed, and that is the reason that they have lost a bit of their edge when it comes to the PAM, against our competition. The asset-based licensing, from the user's point of view, is not beneficial. The licensing should be based on the users. The greater the number of users, the greater will be the load and the greater the scalability problems. I presume that is why the licensing model has changed."

"I'm sure everyone should have the cluster environment, which means more expensive, anyway, cheaper than the other solutions."

"It is relatively more cost-effective compared to the competing product."

"This solution is expensive compared to its competitors."

"Its pricing and licensing are okay. We were in the perpetual model when it was on-prem, and now, with the SaaS service, we have a subscription model. As a customer, I would always like to see a lower price, but it seems to be priced at the right model currently, and we are trying to get the maximum benefits out of it."

"The solution's pricing is high."

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"There are additional costs for maintenance."

"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."

"Licensing and pricing seems very fair."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Government

Financial Services Firm

12%

Construction Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	15
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	15

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	10

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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

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Overview

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management offers enhanced security through asset discovery and privilege elevation without administrative rights, supporting seamless operations in complex environments.

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management combines advanced threat detection with powerful tools like application control and session management. It is designed to secure IT infrastructures by removing local admin privileges and facilitating remote application publishing. With integration capabilities and robust compliance support, it is suitable for sectors needing stringent security measures. However, improvements in update frequency, Mac integration, and pricing, along with enhanced reporting and console access, are needed to broaden market reach. Organizations value its scalability and flexibility, despite needing better support and development maturity.

What Features Define BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management?

Asset Discovery: Identifies and catalogs IT assets for comprehensive visibility.
Privilege Management: Manages user privileges to minimize risks.
Session Management: Monitors and controls sessions for secure access.
Password Management: Secures credentials to prevent unauthorized access.
Application Control: Enables whitelisting and blacklisting for security.
Analytics: Offers insights into security trends and threats.

What Benefits Should Organizations Expect from Using BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management?

Enhanced Security: Reduces vulnerabilities by managing permissions effectively.
Scalable Deployment: Adapts to growing organizational requirements.
Compliance Support: Assists in meeting regulatory standards.
Improved Integration: Facilitates connections with other platforms like Active Directory.

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is widely adopted in the finance and healthcare industries for privileged access management and compliance. It is instrumental in secure server access and remote management, aligning with zero-trust approaches and integrating smoothly with enterprise platforms.

BeyondTrust

Symantec VIP Access Manager offers seamless integration with applications, providing robust user authentication and enhanced security for remote work. Its cloud-based design ensures consistent connectivity and is convenient for users.

Designed for strengthening access security, Symantec VIP Access Manager features strong user authentication and easy application integration. Its fast interface and reliable VPN access support risk-based authentication. Users can securely work remotely, leveraging a mobile app for generating digital codes, crucial for multifactor authentication. The cloud-based solution ensures access even when company VPNs are down, reducing hardware costs with Mobile Credential and offering enhanced dashboards in version 9.1.

What are the standout features of Symantec VIP Access Manager?

Strong Authentication: Provides robust multifactor authentication enhancing security.
Application Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing applications.
Mobile Utility: Allows secure work through mobile devices for remote access.
Cloud Connectivity: Ensures access even if company VPNs experience issues.
Enhanced Dashboards: Version 9.1 introduces advanced dashboard features.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Reduced Hardware Costs: Mobile Credential lowers expenses by lessening hardware dependencies.
Secure Remote Work: Facilitates safe access to networks and emails while working remotely.
Reliability: Provides consistent access through cloud services.
Enhanced Security: Risk-based authentication strengthens data protection.

Symantec VIP Access Manager is commonly used in industries requiring secure remote connectivity. Organizations implement it to generate login codes for multifactor authentication, critical for employees accessing networks via VPN tools like Palo Alto GlobalProtect and Fortinet VPN. It supports secure remote workflows, vital in sectors prioritizing data protection and remote access.

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Sample Customers

Aera Energy LLC, Care New England, James Madison University

Maine Medical Center, Aria S.p.A

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