CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager vs StrongDM comparison

CyberArk and StrongDM are both solutions in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category. CyberArk is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.6, while StrongDM is ranked #17 with an average rating of 9.0. CyberArk holds a 3.2% mindshare in PAM, compared to StrongDM’s 1.4% mindshare. Additionally, 86% of CyberArk users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of StrongDM users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 15, 2025

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager and StrongDM are competing products in privilege management and access security. StrongDM seems to have the upper hand with a feature set that offers real-time auditing and integrated access management, which is attractive to tech buyers.

Features: CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is known for its robust privilege elevation, endpoint security, and policy management that enhances security compliance. StrongDM provides real-time auditing, user access control to databases and servers, and centralized access management.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: StrongDM is recognized for its ease of deployment with straightforward integration processes and responsive customer support. CyberArk’s deployment may involve more complexity but offers extensive documentation.

Pricing and ROI: CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager may involve higher setup costs but is noted for delivering strong ROI through comprehensive endpoint management capabilities. StrongDM offers competitive pricing focused on value through efficient centralized access management, yielding a strong ROI by reducing operational complexities.

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Categories and Ranking

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege...

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

3rd

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Compliance (5th), Anti-Malware Tools (5th), Application Control (5th), Ransomware Protection (5th)

StrongDM

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

17th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Access Management (15th)

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category, the mindshare of CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is 3.2%, down from 3.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of StrongDM is 1.4%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

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Sumit Chavan

Lead Consultant at Aujas Networks Pvt Ltd

Helps secure the infrastructure and control users with admin rights

There are many features that are currently missing. A customization option is required for certain policies. For instance, if we need to stop PowerShell scripting, we have to create a different policy for that. Being able to create a sub-level policy within a top-level policy would be good. Currently, no user-based policy option is available inside the EPM console. We can only create computer-based policies. The database is available, but there is a drawback in not being able to create local groups on the EPM console. We only have to depend on Active Directory. This limits infrastructure security as we depend on the Active Directory team to manage user groups. If they remove any users, we lose control. If we could create groups locally and block them or set specific policies, we would have more control. Local endpoint management is missing from the EPM site. Moreover, there is an issue with policies not running as expected when we make enhancements. We have to find multiple ways to whitelist applications or enhance policies.

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reviewer2589615

Senior Data Engineer at a non-profit with 1,001-5,000 employees

Seamlessly manage cloud access with enhanced security features

I was part of the team managing the infrastructure for a small startup company. We used StrongDM to provide access to cloud private networks, control user access to databases, hosts through SSH, and Kubernetes resources StrongDM was able to replace the combination of different products we…

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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 feature called PTA, which stands for Privileged Threat Analytics keeps track of what admins are doing and works with Centimeters. If something fishy is going on with a user's credentials, it alerts the security team so they can act fast. Plus, it automates stuff like resetting credentials or blocking users. So, if there's a potential hack, CyberArk can change passwords and lock out users in a snap. It also gives you a heads-up if anything unusual is going on with server activities, like someone creating new users with uncontrolled credentials."

"It doesn't affect operational efficiency. If you set everything correctly, the user doesn't notice that it is in the background."

"The most valuable feature is that their database is completely encrypted and protected with multiple layers."

"Users can scale the solution."

"The most valuable feature is that it does lifecycle management and that it will change to whatever the end target is."

"CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager helped us reduce the time for regulatory processes to approximately two to four months, completing the solution and training."

"We did immediately begin to see results when using CyberArk."

"The solution is scalable."

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"We primarily used StrongDM for access to resources on private networks like EC2 machines, Kubernetes clusters, and various databases."

"StrongDM replaced the puzzle of different solutions with one single product, which made managing resources more efficient."

"All of the logging is handled for us, including for auditing purposes. Looking through the audit logs is not a painful experience."

Cons

"It's an old product and has many areas that can be improved."

"There are many features that are currently missing. A customization option is required for certain policies."

"Performance could be better. We have a couple of problems with CyberArk right now. One of the problems is performance in our environment. Support also takes a long time to respond. If the user already has local admin rights, then I can't collect any events in the console from this device. There are also some options in CyberArk that are not working properly, and are not helpful in this case. I can't collect any information to create a proper policy for the device. I have to investigate everything manually, or even disable the local admin from the device. I can collect the events only after this, and it's very time consuming. In my case, it's a waste of resources."

"The solution can be complex to use at times."

"They need much better integration with Azure AD."

"CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager could be improved by simplifying the administration process, specifically when setting up policies and applications."

"The main issues I experience are related to deployment, which requires dependency on other solutions like AD or SCCM. These tools need to be defined and synced with the client or agent and master, sometimes needing manual checks."

"The management of Privilege Access is not satisfactory."

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"We've had a few issues with the stability of this product in the past."

"It would be beneficial to have better control and alignment between frequent updates and improved communication regarding possible negative effects on existing customer bases."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We pay about $17 per user."

"It's not at the lower end of the market. I think the price is reasonable considering the quality it delivers. It is a top-notch solution at a fair price point."

"The cost for CyberArk is very high."

"The professional services for one eight-hour day would be $1,800."

"The product's license is easy to procure."

"I rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten since the price can be too high for smaller businesses."

"The solution requires an annual license to use it. There can be some extra costs in some cases."

"The tool is a bit pricey compared to its competitors. My company does work with competitors, but I don't have hands-on experience with other software. I've just done some comparisons."

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"The licensing is per user per month."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

14%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Government

Computer Software Company

25%

Financial Services Firm

15%

Manufacturing Company

15%

University

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Questions from the Community

Looking for recommendations and a pros/cons template for software to detect insider threats

This is an inside-out --- outside-in --- inside-in question, as an insider can be an outsider as well. There is no short answer other than a blend of a PAM tool with Behavioral Analytics and Endpo...

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What do you like most about CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager?

The most valuable feature of the solution is its performance.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager?

I believe it's quite a reasonably priced solution. It's not very common to use CyberArk because it's a niche solution, but customers who are willing to control administrative accounts are willing t...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for StrongDM?

The leadership chose StrongDM after comparative research, which suggests economic benefits. It was mentioned that while the product is rapidly gaining features, it might become cost-prohibitive for...

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What needs improvement with StrongDM?

It would be beneficial to have better control and alignment between frequent updates and improved communication regarding possible negative effects on existing customer bases. Also, documentation s...

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Overview

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager, a critical and foundational endpoint control addresses the underlying weaknesses of endpoint defenses against a privileged attacker and helps enterprises defend against these attacks through removing local admin rights, enforcing least privilege, and implementing foundational endpoint security controls across all Windows, macOS and Linux endpoints from hybrid to cloud environments.

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StrongDM offers an innovative solution for managing infrastructure access, focusing on security and compliance while ensuring streamlined operations.

StrongDM simplifies infrastructure access by unifying management and auditing capabilities. It provides a seamless way for organizations to quickly secure sensitive data across all environments, enhancing access control without compromising efficiency. With a focus on integrating access data and compliance requirements, StrongDM is designed to meet the needs of security-conscious organizations.

What are standout features of StrongDM?

Access Management: Centralizes access control, reducing complexity.
Auditability: Offers detailed logs for thorough audit trails.
Compliance Support: Ensures compliance with industry standards.
Scalability: Adapts to changes in infrastructure effortlessly.

What are the benefits of choosing StrongDM?

Enhanced Security: Reports show improved security postures.
Efficiency Gains: Users experience reduced time in access management.
Improved Compliance: Facilitates meeting regulatory requirements.
Cost Effectiveness: Invests in reducing potential data breaches.

In finance and healthcare industries, StrongDM is often implemented to safeguard sensitive information, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. It provides an agile approach to access management, which is critical for sectors dealing with confidential data and strict compliance mandates.

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