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Certes Layer 4 vs Google Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 15, 2026

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Categories and Ranking

Certes Layer 4
Ranking in ZTNA
38th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Google Cloud Identity-Aware...
Ranking in ZTNA
11th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
45
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the ZTNA category, the mindshare of Certes Layer 4 is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Google Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy is 2.5%, down from 2.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ZTNA Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Google Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy2.5%
Certes Layer 40.5%
Other97.0%
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Nobuaki Kitamura - PeerSpot reviewer
managing director of IT Department at Nara OA System Inc
Google Cloud Platform works better with Google Workspace, stable product but a bit complicated, especially the networking
We used Google Workspace, so all my employees have Google Workspace accounts. I initially wanted to use Google Cloud Platform for subscription compatibility. Google Cloud Platform works better with Google Workspace, but unfortunately, it's a bit complicated, especially the networking. Oracle Cloud's virtual network system is much easier and more flexible. Also, Oracle was cheaper. That's the main reason we chose Oracle Cloud.
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
13%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Marketing Services Firm
11%
Performing Arts
9%
 

Company Size

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Company SizeCount
Small Business17
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise19
 

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What do you like most about Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy?
I can access the information whenever I want. It's integration is easy. The tool's GUI is easy to use with an IT background. The value benefits of using it include the ability to avoid storing data...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy?
There are different pricing plans depending on data volumes and services, but it's comparable to other providers. The value and benefits depend on what we're developing and the specific use case.
What needs improvement with Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy?
Google Cloud Platform Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy should improve stability.
 

Also Known As

Certes CryptoFlow, Certes CryptoFlow Net Creator
GCP Cloud IAP, Google Cloud Platform Cloud IAP, Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy
 

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