Entrust Identity Enterprise vs Symantec VIP Access Manager comparison

Entrust Identity Enterprise vs. Symantec VIP Access Manager

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Categories and Ranking

Entrust Identity Enterprise

Ranking in Authentication Systems

10th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) (11th)

Symantec VIP Access Manager

Ranking in Authentication Systems

15th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Access Management (15th)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Authentication Systems category, the mindshare of Entrust Identity Enterprise is 1.4%, down from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Symantec VIP Access Manager is 1.7%, down from 2.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Authentication Systems

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Iwegbue Godspower Isioma

Cyber Security Analyst at Platview Technologies

Provides strong authentication feature, which requires users to enter a one-time password (OTP)

The main issue I've noticed pertains to setting up the desktop client on virtual machines in Azure, GCP, or AWS, specifically for Entrust Identity Enterprise intended for on-premises use. It works for on-premises, but I'm not sure if it's fully supported in cloud environments. If support were added, it would function perfectly with on-premises configurations. So, it functions well on-premises, but integrating it with cloud services like AWS or Azure could be challenging. There are issues with cloud integrations, such as Azure, AWS, and GCP.

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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

"Entrust is an enterprise account, and they have a support system. Their training is also top-notch, and they are willing to share their knowledge with their partners."

"This solution is flexible and easy to use for our clients. We use it with different kinds of applications and integrate it with different processes."

"I am impressed with Entrust because they are one of the most advanced identity access management companies. Their portfolio of products is well aligned with the CISA zero trust framework. If you compare the features of Entrust products with the CISA pillars of zero trust, you'll see that they're perfectly matched with CISA requirements."

"The integration matrix of the solution is huge compared to others."

"It is a scalable solution. You can add users and credentials without problems."

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

"It is easy to use."

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

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

"Cloud-based service and management."

"It's a good tool. It's pretty straightforward."

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

"The tool has been very stable, in my experience. Also, I haven't faced any issues or problems with integration or connectivity."

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Cons

"The product is very costly compared to other alternative solutions."

"It functions well on-premises, but integrating it with cloud services like AWS or Azure could be challenging. There are issues with cloud integrations, such as Azure, AWS, and GCP."

"I would like to improve the tool's implementation and pricing."

"We are introducing new processes and are migrating to a new version. Once we explore new functionalities, we'll be able to assess what could be improved."

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

"It is challenging to use when installing a new version."

"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."

"In the next release, I would like the ability to work offline with remote access."

"Geofencing needs improvement."

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

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

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It's worth the money."

"I would rate the product's pricing a five out of ten."

"The subscription could be yearly or monthly, depending upon your choice."

"Licensing and pricing seems very fair."

"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."

"There are additional costs for maintenance."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

12%

Computer Software Company

12%

Government

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

16%

Financial Services Firm

16%

Healthcare Company

10%

Insurance Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Entrust IdentityGuard?

What is your primary use case for Entrust IdentityGuard?

I use it for an extra layer of security, that is two-factor authentication (2FA).

What advice do you have for others considering Entrust IdentityGuard?

I would recommend it. I've used it for three years now, and I'm very happy with it. Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten.

What do you like most about Symantec VIP Access Manager?

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

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Symantec VIP Access Manager?

The pricing would most likely charge per user based on how many accounts have access to the IT managers.

What needs improvement with Symantec VIP Access Manager?

The product's connection speed needs improvement. Sometimes, I need help connecting my mobile to the main office's system due to a version upgrade. It is challenging to use when installing a new ve...

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Also Known As

IdentityGuard

Symantec VIP

Overview

Identity Enterprise is an integrated IAM platform that supports a full suite of workforce, consumer, and citizen use cases. Ideally suited for high-assurance applications that require a Zero Trust approach for thousands or millions of users, Identity Enterprise can be deployed on-premises.

Entrust Datacard

Symantec VIP Access Manager is the next generation control platform that integrates Single Sign-On (SSO) with strong authentication, access control, and user management. It offers users and administrators control, convenience, and compliance for public and private cloud- based applications. Symantec VIP Access Manager solves cloud security problems using identity and/or context-based access control across multiple cloud applications. In the cloud, where a traditional enterprise perimeter doesn't exist, this solution fills the gap. Through Symantec VIP Access Manager, administrators can define policies that utilize the built-in user directory or existing identity management infrastructure to enforce security and compliance for applications without getting in the way of productivity. Symantec VIP Access Manager can also protect and consolidate access management for on-premise web applications. It also simplifies compliance auditing for cloud applications by consolidating logs across all applications it protects.

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Sample Customers

Bank of New Zealand, CRISIL, Banco Mercantil, G_teborg University, Ministry of Economic Development of New Zealand, Ocean Systems, Skanska, Societe Generale, Susquehanna Bancshares

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Entrust Identity Enterprise vs. Symantec VIP Access Manager