CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager vs StrongDM comparison

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager vs. StrongDM

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

CyberArk Endpoint Privilege...

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

4th

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)

19th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Access Management (15th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category, the mindshare of CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is 3.2%, down from 3.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of StrongDM is 1.2%, up from 0.5% 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 tool is an endpoint management system. It monitors everything a standard user does and helps elevate privileges when necessary for advanced users. It keeps an auditable trail of all activities. Practically, it stops and blocks potentially hazardous user behavior, whether intentional or unintentional. Certain companies must use endpoint management software because of national or international rules or ISO norms."

"We have not had issues with CyberArk. It works very smoothly. We can do many things with CyberArk. It helps us to see exactly what is happening."

"The solution allows me to give access and privileges to each user individually"

"We were able to reduce the number of privileged accounts by 50%, which helped to simplify our privileged access management environment."

"CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager has significantly improved our security posture by preventing virus incidents and restricting users from downloading unwanted applications."

"I have always found that CyberArk is a very tight, foolproof product compared to most other products available."

"The most valuable feature is the ability to control users with admin rights. Even if developers and senior folks maintain their admin rights, we can still manage their activities."

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

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"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."

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

Cons

"Without knowledge, you are not able to find some items as they are really hidden within the UI."

"The solution is very expensive."

"Despite newer versions and functionalities, CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager lacks sufficient knowledgeable support staff, resulting in longer wait times for assistance."

"The management of Privilege Access is not satisfactory."

"The price of the product is an area of concern where improvements are required. The product's price should be made more flexible."

"The price of the solution should improve."

"We have had some major issues with the tool, but we have worked with the R&D teams and we have worked with support. There is room for improvement, especially on response times. But they're working on it and they're doing the best they can."

"The main issues I experience are related to deployment, which requires dependency on other solutions like AD or SCCM."

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

"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

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

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

"Although I do not deal directly with the pricing, CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is costly compared to other solutions. However, it offers beneficial features."

"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."

"CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager is slightly expensive, but costs can be negotiated to become more competitive."

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

"It is an expensive solution."

"I feel that the price of the product is nominal. It must be around 10 to 15 USD per installation. I rate the product price an eight to nine out of ten, where one is high price, and ten is low price."

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"The licensing is per user per month."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Government

Computer Software Company

36%

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

11%

University

Company Size

By reviewers

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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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...

What do you like most about CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager?

The most valuable feature of the solution is its performance.

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...

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...

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...

What is your primary use case for StrongDM?

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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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