Fortinet FortiToken vs OpenText Identity Manager comparison

The compared Fortinet and OpenText solutions aren't in the same category. Fortinet is ranked #5 in AS , with an average rating of 9.0, and holds a 3.3% mindshare in the category. OpenText is ranked #8 in UP , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 3.8% mindshare. Additionally, 88% of Fortinet users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 87% of OpenText users who would recommend it.

Fortinet FortiToken

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88% willing to recommend

OpenText Identity Manager

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87% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiToken

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Authentication Systems (5th)

OpenText Identity Manager

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (8th), Identity Management (IM) (15th), Identity Governance Administration (IGA) (7th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Identity and Access Management solutions, they serve different purposes. Fortinet FortiToken is designed for Authentication Systems and holds a mindshare of 3.3%, down 6.6% compared to last year.
OpenText Identity Manager, on the other hand, focuses on User Provisioning Software, holds 3.8% mindshare, down 4.1% since last year.

Authentication Systems Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Fortinet FortiToken	3.3%
Microsoft Entra ID	7.8%
Okta Platform	5.0%
Other	83.9%

Authentication Systems

User Provisioning Software Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
OpenText Identity Manager	3.8%
SailPoint Identity Security Cloud	22.5%
One Identity Manager	11.2%
Other	62.5%

User Provisioning Software

Featured Reviews

Ahmed Auf

Cybersecurity SNB Technical Manager at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

Has strengthened user authentication and remains reliable despite recent license transfer limitations

I love to work with Fortinet FortiToken because it's easy to configure with any user and with FortiAuthenticator. We uploaded it and use it for any authentication with any user, with integration with any device. With FortiAuthenticator, we integrated it with any server, such as Active Directory, and use the token for VPN and other purposes. In the future, we ask customers to use it with FortiAuthenticator, not just the token, as it provides better integration capabilities. When we buy a specific Fortinet FortiToken, we use it on FortiGate only. Fortinet FortiToken provides very important security benefits because it is used to manage FortiGate from outside, exclusively with Fortinet FortiToken. Without Fortinet FortiToken, administrators cannot use or add admin privileges or manage it from outside, as this could lead to attacks or malicious activity.

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reviewer2401464

Architect at a consultancy with 51-200 employees

Updates systems quickly and does not have a limit on the number of users

NetIQ does not have a limit on the number of users. The tool is secure by nature. It can have more than one billion users. Event-based systems know what has to be changed. SQL-based systems can only change using time and date. Event-based systems provide immediate results, while SQL-based systems need time to sync. It is totally different from a security perspective. Event-based systems can update all the systems in seconds or minutes. Other systems do it within 24 hours. The basic event-based system is AI-driven. It has some kind of robotics and programming. Other tools need programming. I like systems that have prebuilt ideas of security. NetIQ has been in the market for a long period. It has all the systems and connectors. There is not much coding. We just need to configure the products. We need not do any programming. I haven't seen any other product that needs only configuration to do the job. Most products in the market are SQL-based. They need programming. Some service providers who sell other products to customers do not sell NetIQ because they can make more money by selling solutions that need more consultancy and programming. More hours lead to more money.

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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

"Fortinet FortiToken provides very important security benefits because it is used to manage FortiGate from outside, exclusively with Fortinet FortiToken."

"FortiToken is a cost-effective solution compared to other solutions, such as Cisco."

"Overall, I give the product a nine out of ten."

"One of the product's most valuable features is its ease of use."

"The solution offers push notifications. When you try to connect to the VPN, FortiToken sends a push notification to our customer's device."

"The token-based authentication is good and modern aspect."

"It provides me with the token so that I can do the Multi-Factor Authentication."

"Overall, I rate the FortiToken solution as nine out of ten. I would definitely recommend it due to its effectiveness in enhancing security."

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"The product is easy to use."

"The most valuable features of NetIQ Identity Manager are the synchronization of different directories, such as Active Directory. We have many Active Directory systems, not only one."

"I like the eDirectory feature."

"The most valuable feature of this solution has been the ability for us to integrate a lot of external systems, and the automatic transfer of a lot of identity information. Additionally, the customization is very good."

"NetIQ does not have a limit on the number of users."

"The most valuable features are Password Reset Alerts, Password Sync, and SQL connectors."

"The main value lies in the simplicity of implementation, as well as its customized look and feel."

"The access request management has improved significantly in terms of its user interface. What sets it apart from competitors like SailPoint is that it's an event-based solution rather than schedule-based. That's a key differentiator."

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Cons

"The tool could be a little cheaper."

"The solution comes with two firewalls as a bundle. In that bundle, most of the individual users can be assigned to mobile users. However, in cases of technical difficulties, users may accidentally remove the mobile application. In normal scenarios, we get back to the activation key and assign it again."

"You need your mobile just to enroll the tokens, and sometimes, it's difficult to use for someone who is not knowledgeable"

"I'm not sure if it's already available, however, I wonder if there's an option to have it sent to my email address instead of having it on the mobile app."

"I would like to see if FortiToken can integrate with Office 365 mail to support the same two-factor authentication experience that I have with ESET. With ESET, when a user logs in, they are easily directed to the ESET authentication page, where they are prompted to enter their OTP after supplying their username and password. I understand from support that FortiToken cannot do this with email integration. That's why I opted for ESET."

"Fortinet FortiToken is not easy to change because after installing it on one person, it can be transferred to another, but we need support and cannot self-manage it."

"Its reporting should be better. The reporting feature is missing. I don't have any reporting of who has done what, what has failed, and what didn't work."

"In my opinion, Fortinet FortiToken can be improved based on specific requirements. We will suggest solutions based on customer requirements and price availability."

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"There's no huge thing missing, because it's already comprehensive. Now and then, however, there might be a minor issue."

"Areas for improvement are further enhancing the access granting process to reduce time and improve accuracy."

"We have another system that is using the SAML system, and we also integrate with Active Directory only. If NetIQ Identity Manager can integrate directly, we would not need to use the Active Directory directory."

"The vendor must provide an easier console for configuring things for smaller customers."

"If it could be operated in such a way that anybody could use it, with just the user interface, and there's no need for programming, then that would be a great improvement."

"The interface is old and outdated, and the design software seems archaic."

"NetIQ Identity Manager could improve by updating the user portal, it is out of date."

"The solution architecture is somewhat complex. For some components, the necessary resilience is not inherent."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I would rate the pricing as an eight out of ten. We purchased the solution at a reasonable price in 2019."

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a six out of ten."

"It is included as part of our firewall license."

"From an Indian perspective, it's definitely costlier."

"The solution’s price is good."

"The pricing is not very high, so I'd rate it around six out of ten, where one is high and ten is low."

"Overall, it's cheaper than other solutions. Of course, we evaluated it five years back, and I haven't checked to see its current market position, but one reason we adopted FortiToken is its lower cost of ownership relative to other solutions we evaluated."

"Fortinet FortiToken is not an expensive solution."

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"The price of the solution is a bit high and could be reduced."

"The solution is quite affordable."

"Micro Focus is flexible when it comes to price. The cost varies from customer to customer. There are no additional costs, though. Everything is included."

"I would rate the pricing a two out of ten, with one being low price and ten being high price. It is significantly more cost-effective than the major players in the market."

"It would easily help them in getting more market and more customers if more consultants knew about their software. If they could keep it free for schools for teaching purposes, it would be good. I had to pay myself to get it and use it for training. Their competitors are giving it for free. I had to pay for it myself. They are losing market to their competitors."

"You just need to be aware that the more systems you connect, the more license fees you have to pay."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

12%

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Government

Manufacturing Company

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Marketing Services Firm

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Company Size

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Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	9

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Small Business	9
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	6

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Fortinet FortiToken?

The solution is simple and similar to Google Authenticator. It follows time-based authentication. We use it for hardware and software in one environment. The tool offers simple and fast authenticat...

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What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiToken?

Fortinet FortiToken is not easy to change because after installing it on one person, it can be transferred to another, but we need support and cannot self-manage it. If we could self-manage transfe...

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What is your primary use case for Fortinet FortiToken?

Fortinet FortiToken is primarily used for VPN access to the internet, which is the main use case for my clients and me.

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What do you like most about NetIQ Identity Manager?

The most valuable feature of NetIQ Identity Manager for identity synchronization is the ability to provide users with all necessary access on day one through automated provisioning, facilitated by ...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for NetIQ Identity Manager?

The pricing depends on whether we buy the solution as a service or a license. The license is expensive. If we buy it as a service for a large number of users, it is the cheapest tool we can get. Th...

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What needs improvement with NetIQ Identity Manager?

The tool is used mostly in big systems to understand what is happening. There are not many technicians who know how to use the product. The vendor must provide an easier console for configuring thi...

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Compared 10% of the time

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Overview

As we've seen, passwords alone don't keep unwanted guests out of your network. Password-only authentication has led to security breaches, malware infections, and policy violations. With two-factor authentication, a password is used along with a security token and authentication server to provide far better security. Authorized employees can remotely access company resources safely using a variety of devices, ranging from lpatops to mobile phones.

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OpenText Identity Manager provides event-driven capabilities with real-time synchronization and integration across multiple systems. Known for its flexibility, it offers features like password sync, access management, and directory synchronization.

OpenText Identity Manager is a comprehensive identity management platform, designed to support role-based provisioning and seamless integration of external systems. Its notable features include the Designer and Analyzer tools and robust self-service password management, enhancing its usability. Organizations leverage its event-driven architecture for real-time synchronization and detailed tracing, facilitating efficient identity management across different data sources. However, enhancements in Windows OS compatibility, user interface modernization, and cloud support are needed. Training remains crucial, given the system's complexity and unique language.

What are the Key Features of OpenText Identity Manager?

Real-time Synchronization: Event-driven architecture enables instant updates across systems.
Role Based Provisioning: Streamlines managing roles and permissions within organizations.
Flexible Integration: Connects with multiple data sources, enhancing system interoperability.
Password Synchronization: Simplifies password management across platforms.
Access Management: Offers tools to manage permissions and security with ease.

Why Consider OpenText Identity Manager in Reviews?

Comprehensive Support: Offers identity lifecycle management, enhancing user experience.
Security Enhancements: Improves compliance management and access control.
Scalability: Efficiently supports large-scale enterprise environments.
Integration Capabilities: Connects seamlessly with existing infrastructure.

In industries ranging from large corporations to local banks, OpenText Identity Manager supports account provisioning and access management, primarily through Active Directory integration. By connecting with applications like Oracle, PeopleSoft, and Office 365, it facilitates lifecycle and compliance management. Its deployment aids training and real-world application with single sign-on options for internal applications, providing a comprehensive identity management solution for diverse environments.

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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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