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Fortinet FortiAuthenticator vs Safeguard by One Identity comparison

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
5.0
FortiAuthenticator improves security with two-factor authentication, reduces breaches and costs, and achieves varied ROI within a year.
Sentiment score
6.9
Organizations realized substantial ROI with Safeguard by One Identity, automating processes, reducing costs, and enhancing security measures.
It enhances security by ensuring only the right person can access systems, even if their login credentials are compromised.
Senior Network and Security Engineer at Symbol Technologies PLC
It has also reduced the time spent on password management, saving our team time in managing privileged accounts, and is helping with automation that reduces manual efforts.
Technical Specialist at VDA Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd.
Instead of manually reconstructing activity, everything is already logged and searchable, which has improved response time during internal reviews.
Business Development Executive at Digitaltrack
After implementing One Identity Safeguard, we saw a significant drop in manual tasks including password handling, privileged access approvals, and incident troubleshooting.
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.8
Users appreciate Fortinet FortiAuthenticator support for its quick, knowledgeable service, despite occasional slow first-level responses and efficiency declines.
Sentiment score
6.8
Safeguard's customer service is praised for responsiveness and expertise, though complex cases may face slower response times.
At times, some technical staff lack knowledge, which delays issue resolution.
DevOps Engineer at YASH Technologies
Customer service and support are excellent.
Senior Network and Security Engineer at Symbol Technologies PLC
Technical support from Fortinet deserves a rating of 10.
Infrastructure Manager at Scandinavian Highlands Holding A/S
Documentation and knowledge base resources are also useful for resolving common issues and understanding product features, making customer support reliable and meeting enterprise expectations.
Sr.Technical Support Executive at DigitalTrack Solution Private Limited
The customer team is knowledgeable and technically strong, especially when dealing with configuration issues, session monitoring, or password-related queries.
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
I rate support from 1 to 10 overall as 9 because compared to other customer PAM solutions that we have like iRage PAM and Commvault PAM, this is superior and offers a more advanced procedure.
Security Operation Consultant at SecurView
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.8
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is scalable for various company sizes, offering flexible management options, despite minor implementation challenges.
Sentiment score
7.6
One Identity's Safeguard excels in scalability and adaptability, efficiently managing increasing workloads and users in various environments.
The scalability of FortiAuthenticator is good, and I would rate it an eight on a scale of one to ten.
IT Manager at PTECH
I find Fortinet FortiAuthenticator to be highly scalable, and I would rate it an eight out of ten for scalability.
Senior Network and Security Engineer at Symbol Technologies PLC
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator should be sufficiently scalable.
Network Engineer at Coop Money
The scalability of One Identity Safeguard is perfect, scoring ten out of ten.
Business Line Manager - IGA & PAM at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
The system can distribute tasks across nodes, improving performance as demand grows.
Senior Business Development Associate at DigitalTrack Solutions ind pvt ltd
The platform is designed to support horizontal scaling, so adding capacity is relatively straightforward without redesigning the entire architecture.
Business Development Executive at Digitaltrack
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is stable and reliable, but issues can occur with large users or new software updates.
Sentiment score
8.2
Safeguard by One Identity is reliable and stable, excelling in privileged access management with minimal disruptions and regular updates.
It remains stable even when the number of concurrent users increases.
Senior Network and Security Engineer at Symbol Technologies PLC
I experienced no reliability or downtime issues.
Technical Business Development Manager at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees
With proper sizing and high availability configuration, the system handles multiple concurrent sessions efficiently, making it a dependable and stable platform suitable for enterprise environments.
Sr.Technical Support Executive at DigitalTrack Solution Private Limited
It has been reliable for managing privileged accounts and controlling access to critical systems.
IT Head at Citadel Global
I would rate it a nine out of ten for stability.
Consultant at a outsourcing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
 

Room For Improvement

Fortinet FortiAuthenticator requires UI, integration, automation improvements, plus lower pricing and enhanced support, security, and customization features.
Safeguard by One Identity needs improved UI, integration, simplified deployment, and enhanced support to address user challenges and feature requests.
For example, authentication for wireless users expires after 24 hours, requiring re-authentication daily.
Head of computer systems at Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology(IIST)
For example, Cisco Duo is on the cloud, so we cannot compete with that part if a user requires a cloud-based two-factor authentication solution.
Presales Consultant
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator was primarily missing the ability to scale to web applications.
Technical Business Development Manager at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees
Better real-time monitoring, clearer authentication error reporting, and simpler troubleshooting tools in One Identity Safeguard would be helpful, especially when working in large and complex environments.
Seniour System Admin at a financial services firm with 51-200 employees
From a governance and security perspective, One Identity Safeguard is very strong; it helps enforce privileged access control, secure credential management, session monitoring, and detailed auditing, which are all important for reducing security risks.
Tester at PantomathGroup
More proactive insights around privileged access, users, and security trends would help security teams identify potential risks faster and improve overall visibility across the environment.
Senior Engineer at Pantomath Group
 

Setup Cost

Fortinet FortiAuthenticator offers competitive pricing and flexible licensing, although recent price increases may impact its affordability.
Safeguard by One Identity is a premium, scalable security solution with user-based licensing and competitive pricing despite higher costs.
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is not overly expensive compared to other Fortinet subscriptions.
Senior Network and Security Engineer at Symbol Technologies PLC
Overall, Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is an inexpensive solution compared to some other security solutions, providing a simple but effective fix.
Technical Business Development Manager at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees
It is one of those where the more you buy, the cheaper it is.
Systems Administrator at a university with 10,001+ employees
It is cheaper than CyberArk.
Consultant at a outsourcing company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Regarding pricing, it may appear slightly on the higher side initially compared to some alternatives, but when we evaluate it against the security benefits, compliance support, and risk reduction, it proves to be cost-effective in the long run.
Senior Business Development Associate at DigitalTrack Solutions ind pvt ltd
 

Valuable Features

Fortinet FortiAuthenticator enhances security with 2FA, SSO, and seamless integration, offering user-friendly management and extensive protocol support.
Safeguard by One Identity enhances security and audit readiness with session auditing, credential management, and Active Directory integration.
The integration with FortiToken is outstanding, adding a layer of security for authentication.
Senior Network and Security Engineer at Symbol Technologies PLC
We use multi-factor authentication for enhancing security.
DevOps Engineer at YASH Technologies
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator can be used from anywhere in the world, and the authenticator services function globally.
Assistant Manager-Networks at a university with 1,001-5,000 employees
The auditing and approval mechanisms are features we did not have before and are greatly appreciated.
Systems Administrator at a university with 10,001+ employees
Automatic credential rotation helps our team by removing the need for manual changes to privileged passwords, reducing the risk of stale or shared credentials and ensuring that every access is controlled and compliant.
Technical Consultant at ProTechmanize Solutions (P) Ltd.
The password vault has been a game changer because it provides a secure and controlled way to store, manage, and rotate sensitive credentials without exposing them to users.
Developer Intern at Stealth
 

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiAuthenticator
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
65
Ranking in other categories
Single Sign-On (SSO) (10th), Authentication Systems (5th), Identity Management (IM) (14th), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) (2nd)
Safeguard by One Identity
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
91
Ranking in other categories
User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (1st), Privileged Access Management (PAM) (2nd), Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Identity and Access Management solutions, they serve different purposes. Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is designed for Single Sign-On (SSO) and holds a mindshare of 3.8%, down 5.5% compared to last year.
Safeguard by One Identity, on the other hand, focuses on Privileged Access Management (PAM), holds 4.4% mindshare, up 3.6% since last year.
Single Sign-On (SSO) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator3.8%
Okta Platform10.8%
Microsoft Entra ID8.7%
Other76.7%
Single Sign-On (SSO)
Privileged Access Management (PAM) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Safeguard by One Identity4.4%
Idira Privileged Access Manager8.6%
Teleport3.6%
Other83.4%
Privileged Access Management (PAM)
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer2848395 - PeerSpot reviewer
Technical Business Development Manager at a outsourcing company with 501-1,000 employees
Multi-factor security has improved device protection but still needs broader application coverage
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator could be improved in its cost structure. Although it is not expensive, other solutions offer more value for less money. Cisco Duo provides better value in this regard and connects to web applications much more easily, scaling effectively in that sense. While I have never used Cisco Duo to secure other devices in IoT environments, I know Cisco Duo is capable of doing so, whereas Fortinet FortiAuthenticator cannot. Additionally, Cisco Duo is also cheaper. These are the main reasons why we switched away from Fortinet FortiAuthenticator, as it was very limited compared to other solutions available. Fortinet FortiAuthenticator was primarily missing the ability to scale to web applications.
Mahesh Malve - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Business Development Associate at DigitalTrack Solutions ind pvt ltd
Centralized control has strengthened privileged security and simplified audit investigations
While One Identity Safeguard is a strong and reliable PAM solution, there are a few areas where it can be further improved to enhance user experience and scalability. Regarding the user interface and experience, the UI, while functional, can be a bit complex for new users. A more intuitive and modern dashboard with simplified navigation would improve adoption, especially for non-technical stakeholders. Regarding integration flexibility, although it supports major integrations, expanding out-of-the-box connectors for more cloud-native apps, DevOps tools, and SaaS platforms would be beneficial. Faster and simpler API-based integrations could reduce deployment efforts. Regarding scalability and performance in large enterprise environments, performance tuning and scaling can require additional efforts. Enhancing seamless scalability and high availability configuration would improve enterprise readiness.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
12%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Construction Company
9%
Outsourcing Company
14%
Retailer
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
University
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business38
Midsize Enterprise19
Large Enterprise11
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business92
Midsize Enterprise27
Large Enterprise40
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiAuthenticator?
Fortinet can make Fortinet FortiAuthenticator better by having a cloud version of it. Currently, Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is only available for on-premises, and it is an on-premises solution. It...
What is your primary use case for Fortinet FortiAuthenticator?
Fortinet FortiAuthenticator is primarily used for authenticating admin users, including remote admin use cases. Remote admin use cases utilize Fortinet FortiAuthenticator to securely authenticate a...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for One Identity Safeguard?
Our experience with the pricing and licensing was generally positive. The initial setup costs were reasonable considering the security and access control benefits we are getting. The licensing mode...
What needs improvement with One Identity Safeguard?
I think Safeguard by One Identity could be improved by making the user interface a little simpler and more intuitive, especially for new administrators. Some configurations and advanced features ta...
What is your primary use case for One Identity Safeguard?
My main use case for Safeguard by One Identity is to manage a secure privileged account and access a critical system. It helps us to control who can access sensitive resources and monitor privilege...
 

Also Known As

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Sample Customers

Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
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