Fortinet FortiToken vs OpenText Identity Manager comparison

The compared Fortinet and OpenText solutions aren't in the same category. Fortinet is ranked #4 in AS , with an average rating of 8.8, and holds a 3.6% mindshare in the category. OpenText is ranked #9 in UP , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 3.2% 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

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Authentication Systems (4th)

OpenText Identity Manager

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (9th), Identity Management (IM) (17th)

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 3.6%, down 6.5% compared to last year.
OpenText Identity Manager, on the other hand, focuses on User Provisioning Software, holds 3.2% mindshare, down 3.3% since last year.

Authentication Systems Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Fortinet FortiToken	3.6%
Microsoft Entra ID	8.2%
Cisco Duo	5.3%
Other	82.9%

Authentication Systems

User Provisioning Software Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
OpenText Identity Manager	3.2%
SailPoint Identity Security Cloud	25.8%
Saviynt	12.4%
Other	58.6%

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

"We like the mobile FortiToken."

"The initial setup is easy. You receive a QR code via email, scan it, and add it. No complicated procedures involved."

"Fortinet FortiToken has impacted my organization positively by providing enhanced security through an additional security layer."

"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

"Its ease of use is most valuable. It is simple to use and can be deployed out-of-the-box. It is quite a mature product with all the required features."

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

"The deployment is quick and simple."

"Its ease of installation is most valuable. It took me five minutes, and it was up and running. It didn't take me that long. The installation on the cell phones is pretty simple."

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"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."

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

"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."

"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 approval workflows."

"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."

"It's a very flexible tool, so you can synchronize multiple sources of data and you have multiple connections to various kinds of systems."

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

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

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Cons

"It could be integrated better if you could have your FortiToken, and the license would allow you to work across multiple FortiGate solutions."

"We can only use the tool with the FortiToken Mobile app."

"They could enhance synchronization with mobile applications, and addressing minor issues with authentication could further improve user experience."

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

"The Fortinet FortiToken server doesn't have centralized integration with other Fortinet tools and third-party tools."

"Fortinet FortiToken should improve its push notifications."

"Support is a pain point in Bangladesh because there aren't many experienced Fortinet engineers in this country. It's easier to find one certified in Cisco, Palo Alto, or Juniper."

"Fortinet FortiToken could be improved with flexibility to move it from device to device."

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"The integrations must be made easier."

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

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

"It needs some modern features. They should improve and modernize their management interface. It has been created over years and by different persons. You can see different applications, different management consoles for different things. There should be an integrated interface."

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

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

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

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution’s pricing is moderate and reasonable."

"On a scale of one to ten, where one is the cheapest, and ten is the highest, I rate the pricing an eight."

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

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

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

"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."

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

"Although the platform is relatively expensive, it offers significant value. I rate the pricing a nine out of ten."

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"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."

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

"The solution is quite affordable."

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

"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."

"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."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

13%

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Financial Services Firm

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Company Size

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Small Business	17
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 could be improved with flexibility to move it from device to device. With a license, replacement is not possible because Fortinet removed this option. Any Fortinet FortiToken ca...

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What is your primary use case for Fortinet FortiToken?

The use case for Fortinet FortiToken involves restrictions on token movement. From two or three months ago, Fortinet has not approved moving FortiToken between devices. Users are not allowed to rep...

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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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Comparisons

Fortinet FortiAuthenticator vs Fortinet FortiToken

Compared 23% of the time

Cisco Duo vs Fortinet FortiToken

Compared 15% of the time

Yubico YubiKey vs Fortinet FortiToken

Compared 14% of the time

Microsoft Entra ID vs Fortinet FortiToken

Compared 14% of the time

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) vs Fortinet FortiToken

Compared 5% of the time

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SailPoint Identity Security Cloud vs OpenText Identity Manager

Compared 17% of the time

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Compared 13% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 6% 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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