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We performed a comparison between F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) and Thales SafeNet Trusted Access based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Featured Review
Mahmmoud Rabie
A highly stable solution for load balancing, but the initial setup is complex
The solution helps us to distribute the load.
GauravMathur
Simple to use, easy to set up, and performs well
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Pros
"The tool is reliable and easy to configure.""Our customers have never complained about the stability""We have seen a return on investment from F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager. It provided access at a time when we didn't have it.""The solution is stable and reliable.""The performance of the solution is valuable.""This is a product that is easy to install and integrate, and it is simple to use.""The load balancing features are valuable.""The most valuable feature is the virtual IP creation. It's our most frequently used feature."

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"The solution is simple to use.""The interface is easy to use.""The validation and integrity features of the endpoint are great."

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Cons
"The operational deployment is not great.""The solution’s GUI looks very old.""The technical support’s response time must be improved.""The initial setup was complex.""In my opinion, the GUI side needs some improvement based on my usage. Sometimes, it doesn't work as efficiently as the CLI side.""The solution is quite costly.""Integrating identity providers and single sign-on solutions can simplify user authentication and access control.""Cloud services are something that F5 Access Policy Manager could do better"

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"SafeNet's reporting and monitoring features could be improved.""There's a dependency on Microsoft Azure.""Lacks the ability to integrate network monitoring solutions and authenticate the app users."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Recently, they have simplified the licensing"
  • "The product is very expensive."
  • "The tool is a little bit expensive."

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    What do you like most about F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM)?
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature is the virtual IP creation. It's our most frequently used feature.
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    What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for F5 BIG-IP Access ...
    Top Answer:The tool is a little bit expensive. I rate the pricing a six out of ten.
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    What needs improvement with F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM)?
    Top Answer:In my opinion, the GUI side needs some improvement based on my usage. Sometimes, it doesn't work as efficiently as the CLI side. Feature-wise, sometimes when I log in to the GUI and want to see the… more »
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    Also Known As
    F5 Access Policy Manager
    SafeNet Trusted Access, Gemalto SafeNet Trusted Access
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    Overview

    F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) is an access management proxy solution for managing global access to the enterprise networks, cloud providers, applications, and application programming interfaces (APIs). Through a single management interface, BIG-IP APM consolidates remote, mobile, network, virtual, and web access. 

    BIG-IP APM can also serve as a bridge between modern and classic authentication and authorization protocols and methods. For applications which are unable to support modern authentication and authorization protocols, like SAML and OAuth with OIDC, but which do support classic authentication methods, BIG-IP APM converts user credentials to the appropriate authentication standard supported by the application.

    BIG-IP APM Benefits:

    • Ease of use
    • Flexibility
    • Ability to integrate with other systems
    • Security features
    • Granular access control
    • Responsive and helpful support team

    BIG-IP APM Features:

    • Support for Identity Aware Proxy (IAP) enabling Zero Trust application access
    • Context-based authorization with dynamic L4/L7 ACLs
    • Integration with third-party MFA solutions
    • DTLS 2.0 mode for delivering and securing applications
    • SAML 2.0 identity federation support
    • Support for OAuth 2.0 authorization protocol
    • SSO support for classic authentication (Kerberos, header- based, etc.), credential caching, OAuth 2.0, SAML 2.0, and FIDO2 (U2F)
    • AAA server authentication and high-availability
    • Integration with leading IAM vendor products (Microsoft, Okta, Ping Identity)
    • BIG IP Edge Client and F5 Access integrate with VMware Horizon ONE (AirWatch), Microsoft Intune and IBM MaaS360
    • Risk-based access leveraging third-party UEBA and risk engines (HTTP Connector)

    Reviews from Real Users

    Below are some reviews and helpful feedback written by BIG-IP APM users.

    Mahmmoud Rabie, Senior Site Reliability Engineer, writes that BIG-IP APM is "A highly stable solution for load balancing, but the initial setup is complex."

    Clyde Livingston, Senior Process Specialist at Telstra, says that BIG-IP APM is "Easy to use, useful access remotely, but lacking stability."

    Chris Lam, Senior Solution Consultant at Macroview Telecom Limited, states that BIG-IP APM is "Useful for remote access VPN and VPI integration with VMware.

    Thales SafeNet Trusted Access is a comprehensive access management solution that provides secure and seamless access to cloud and web applications. It offers a range of features, including multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, and adaptive authentication. With SafeNet, organizations can easily manage user access, enforce security policies, and monitor user activity to prevent cyber threats. 

    The solution is highly scalable and can be customized to meet the unique needs of any organization. Overall, SafeNet is a reliable and effective solution for preventing cyber threats and ensuring secure access to critical applications and data.

    Sample Customers
    City Bank, Ricacorp Properties, Miele, American Systems, Bangladesh Post Office
    IBM, Western Union, Vanderbilt University Medical Centre, Novartis, and AT&T.
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider27%
    Media Company18%
    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm18%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Computer Software Company12%
    Government11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization42%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Government7%
    Financial Services Firm4%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business46%
    Large Enterprise54%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business17%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise69%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business15%
    Midsize Enterprise52%
    Large Enterprise33%
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    F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) is ranked 9th in Access Management with 13 reviews while Thales SafeNet Trusted Access is ranked 20th in Access Management. F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) is rated 8.2, while Thales SafeNet Trusted Access is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) writes " Facilitates packet inspection, modification, and offloading and offers visibility and troubleshooting capabilities, allowing for pre-production server testing". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Thales SafeNet Trusted Access writes "Simple to use, easy to set up, and performs well". F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) is most compared with Citrix Gateway, CyberArk Privileged Access Manager, Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine), Microsoft Remote Desktop Services and Ivanti Connect Secure, whereas Thales SafeNet Trusted Access is most compared with Okta Workforce Identity, Microsoft Entra ID, CyberArk Privileged Access Manager and Fortinet FortiAuthenticator.

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