Gluu Flex vs Workspace ONE UEM comparison

Gluu Inc and Omnissa are both solutions in the Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) category. Gluu Inc is ranked #13 with an average rating of 10.0, while Omnissa is ranked #11 with an average rating of 7.3. Gluu Inc holds a 1.1% mindshare in IAMS, compared to Omnissa’s 1.3% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Gluu Inc users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 84% of Omnissa users who would recommend it.

Gluu Flex

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100% willing to recommend

Workspace ONE UEM

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84% willing to recommend

Gluu Flex

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Gluu Flex and Workspace ONE UEM based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed Gluu Flex vs. Workspace ONE UEM Report (Updated: September 2025).

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Gluu Flex vs. Workspace ONE UEM

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Gluu Flex

Ranking in Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS)

13th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Access Management (13th)

Workspace ONE UEM

Ranking in Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS)

11th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

102

Ranking in other categories

Remote Access (6th), Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) (8th), Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (2nd), Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) category, the mindshare of Gluu Flex is 1.1%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Workspace ONE UEM is 1.3%, down from 1.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Workspace ONE UEM	1.3%
Gluu Flex	1.1%
Other	97.6%

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

Featured Reviews

EtienneVenter

Owner at Process2product

Facilitates improvement through feedback collection, quizzes, and event data generation

Gluu has a mobile app catering to field workers. Normal workers use the web app, a complete cloud-based solution. They log in on any device and access the system. Gluu filters and displays relevant information based on the user's role in the processes. Users can set it up to view as a viewer, worker, manager, or controller of the area. The front end offers different views but provides an easy dashboard for employees. On the dashboard, users can configure it to show tasks, related work instructions, and connected processes. It's very user-friendly, allowing end-users to understand their tasks and processes without needing in-depth knowledge.

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Vishal Bhatia

Trainer/Consultant at Koenig Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Effective product tracking and monitoring enhances daily operations despite needing documentation improvement

The documentation part of Workspace ONE UEM can be confusing. The documentation is not comprehensive compared to other VMware solutions or Microsoft documentation. Most people struggle to connect the dots when looking at the documentation. Even the training material and PowerPoint slide decks that trainers use are sometimes too confusing or overwhelming, with too much content but not enough clarity. The support side has recently become weaker compared to what it used to be with VMware. This is another area that needs improvement. Since working with Workspace ONE UEM from when it was AirWatch, it has improved significantly over the last five years. However, there are still some gray areas and scope for improvement, especially in documentation and workflow between different aspects of the solution.

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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

"Gluu has a mobile app catering to field workers. Normal workers use the web app, a complete cloud-based solution. They log in on any device and access the system."

"Most of the features are related to banking within this particular IT industry. Security and the market are also important features."

"The platform makes the mobile device management process straightforward to handle."

"When we publish the applications, getting the credentials to log in and keep the application up or running is easy."

"It has good stability."

"Sometimes, we face an issue and raise a ticket. The technical support team is fantastic and resolves the issue."

"People who want to adopt this solution may be thinking about it from the end-user's perspective, but this solution is also very friendly for the people who manage it. It's administration-friendly."

"Good device management and good integration with third parties."

"The most valuable feature of VMware Workspace ONE is its reliability."

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Cons

"The tool integrates AI into the process modeling aspect. I believe this addition will significantly enhance usability. Additionally, it might be beneficial to have the capability to import content from other tools into this platform. Our platform follows its business process modeling notation standard, which differs from BPM. It uses a simpler notation, making it easier. The ability to import content from other tools could accommodate users accustomed to different standards."

"I would like to see features around federation, authentication, authorization, and AI APIs with a ChatGPT interface."

"Patching, fixing, and training for VMware Workspace ONE are areas that need to be improved."

"Its performance is quite good on Apple phones or even mid-range phones. If you install an AirWatch on a phone that is not too powerful, you will have performance issues. That's only because the phone is not too powerful, and there is not enough memory, etc. They could do a lighter version for a less powerful phone. It would also be useful for very small companies that don't want to spend money on expensive phones. Having said that, I don't think that is their target market. If their target market is enterprise, all enterprises perhaps have an agreement with Google or Apple, and they would get a phone that has already been tested, and they know that AirWatch will work on that phone."

"The length of time it takes to deploy an application could improve."

"We'd like to see a better connection to Microsoft Azure and a better connection with Check Point."

"The pricing could always be better."

"The solution is too complicated. A lot of end customers don't know how to start when they go into the console."

"We're unhappy with the quality of support we get for it. We're unhappy with how upgrades occur, so we are migrating away from it. We have an on-premise AirWatch solution and for us to do upgrades we have to call AirWatch to be able to perform the upgrades. They're busy, and scheduling it is not timely enough for us."

"There is no Apple zero-day support for updates."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price is reasonable."

"The tool is cheaper compared to typical German products. I rate the product’s pricing a four out of ten."

"While it is not inexpensive in terms of price, it is definitely worth it."

"There is a licensing fee for the users, and we pay a low amount for our support costs."

"The tool is expensive."

"Our customers are concerned about the costs. The solution is higher than they want it to be."

"If you have a host of custom requirements (including licensing), make sure to set aside enough time for the initial setup because it can take up to a few weeks depending on how complex your environment is."

"In some cases, a customer may feel the solution is expensive."

"It is quite expensive, but I think large companies have agreements with these organizations that provide remote monitoring for phones, and they get massive discounts. The public price does not reflect what they pay. You won't get the same pricing if you're buying for 10 employees versus 1,000 employees. On the public price, you get perhaps a 10% discount, but if you're buying 1,000, the discount could be really massive, especially if you signed a contract for a number of years."

"I think that the price is reasonable."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Insurance Company

47%

Government

14%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Media Company

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	41
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	57

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Gluu?

Gluu has a mobile app catering to field workers. Normal workers use the web app, a complete cloud-based solution. They log in on any device and access the system.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Gluu?

The tool is cheaper compared to typical German products. I rate the product’s pricing a four out of ten. The cost depends on the model you choose. If you go bigger, like a thousand or more users, t...

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What needs improvement with Gluu?

The tool integrates AI into the process modeling aspect. I believe this addition will significantly enhance usability. Additionally, it might be beneficial to have the capability to import content ...

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How does Microsoft Intune compare with VMware Workspace One?

Microsoft Intune is a great tool for managing a mobile device fleet while keeping access control. The solution makes it easy to control security and manage the usage of mobile apps when you have a ...

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How does VMware Workspace One compare with VMware Horizon 7?

VMware Workspace One has a powerful set of helpful features. The solution offers very good documentation, the initial setup is easy, and the product is very stable and reliable. I think the fact th...

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What do you like most about VMware Workspace ONE?

The platform provides a stable environment for operations and quickly creates new environments. Additionally, it offers efficient flexibility.

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Also Known As

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VMware Workspace ONE, VMware AirWatch, Workspace ONE Assist, VMware Identity Manager, Workspace ONE Access, VMware Horizon Air

Overview

Gluu Flex is an enterprise-level tool designed for identity and access management, offering advanced security and flexibility tailored to meet demanding IT environments. Focusing on high-performance capabilities, Gluu Flex caters to complex authentication needs for businesses.

This platform provides scalable solutions for businesses looking to integrate efficient identity management. It is designed with adaptability in mind, enabling seamless integration with existing infrastructure. The core features support a robust authentication framework that ensures secure user access across IT systems. With the flexibility to handle complex configurations and provide comprehensive support, it meets the modern demands businesses face.

What are the key features of Gluu Flex?

Scalable Architecture: Easily adapts to growing business needs without compromising performance.
Advanced Authentication: Supports multifactor authentication for enhanced security.
Seamless Integration: Integrates smoothly with existing IT environments.
Comprehensive Support: Offers thorough documentation and responsive customer service.

What benefits should you expect from using Gluu Flex?

Enhanced Security: Delivers robust protection against unauthorized access.
Cost Efficiency: Reduces overhead by streamlining identity management processes.
Operational Agility: Provides faster response to evolving IT requirements.
Increased Compliance: Ensures alignment with regulatory standards for data protection.

In industries such as finance, healthcare, and manufacturing, Gluu Flex is implemented to safeguard sensitive information and streamline access management. Its ability to offer bespoke security solutions makes it a preferred choice for sectors with stringent compliance needs, allowing businesses to achieve greater efficiency and control.

Gluu Inc

VMware Workspace ONE is an intelligence-driven digital workspace platform that delivers any app on any device. It integrates access control, multi-platform endpoint management, and application management. With the VMware Workspace ONE platform, IT teams can deliver a digital workspace that includes the devices and apps of the company’s choice, but with security and control.

VMware Workspace ONE is available:

As a cloud service
On-premises
Hybrid

VMware Workspace ONE Key Features

Simple app authentication: VMware Workspace ONE allows end-users to have password-less single sign-on, giving them access to virtually any app (mobile apps, web apps, cloud apps, and Windows apps).
Unified Endpoint Management options: VMware Workspace ONE aims to support all devices, offering convenience, access, security, and management that will work for any business.
Conditional access: VMware Workspace ONE provides a powerful policy engine to help you make dynamic decisions regarding end-user access rights and to protect sensitive information.
Automated app management: With VMware Workspace ONE the application delivery process can be automated, which improves security and compliance. Software packages can be automatically installed, updated, and removed, and automated workflows can also be created.

VMware Workspace ONE Benefits

Some of the benefits of using VMware Workspace ONE include:

Less IT intervention necessary: Because VMware Workspace ONE has simple app authentication, end-users can help themselves by selecting the applications they need rather than having IT intervene.
Smoother employee onboarding: Transform employee onboarding by enabling self-service access to the apps your end-users need to complete their job duties.
Compliance: VMware Workspace ONE helps end-users reach compliance by using advanced device restrictions.
Real-time visibility: You can have real-time visibility with application, device, and console events that provide detailed information for system monitoring. You can also view logs in the console or export pre-defined reports.

Workspace ONE Components

Workspace ONE Access
Workspace ONE UEM
VMware Workspace ONE® Intelligence
VMware Unified Access Gateway
Workspace ONE Intelligent Hub

Reviews from Real Users

Below is some feedback from our PeerSpot users who are currently using the solution:

PeerSpot user Patrick B., Cybersecurity Architect at a tech services company, says, "Its UI is extremely easy to use whether you're an advanced user or a novice user. When I first opened it up and had to learn the product, I was easily a novice. By the end of the third month, I was digging into the backend of the system and using it as a highly advanced user to accomplish what I needed to accomplish, and I was able to do it through the UI mostly."

Roshan T., Partner Manager North America at a tech company, mentions how satisfied he is with the product, saying, "You can put all your applications on a mobile device, be it a phone or tablet. It is secure and easy to use. Because it is centrally managed, you don't have to do any configuration on the phone. I just got the phone and connected to the central applications. I just downloaded one thing and everything got rolled out. Email, calendar, and other things were deployed centrally. If you don't have AirWatch, you have to configure your phone manually. For example, you need to deploy and configure your email manually and then synchronize everything. It is much simpler when a mobile device is centrally managed."

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Sample Customers

Dubai Municipality

Australian Sports Commission, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, Lomond School, Merck, United Bank, Medical College of Wisconsin, Latymer Upper School, 2gether NHS Foundation Trust, Dowling Aaron Inc., Trillium Lakelands District School Board, Harrogate Grammar School, Duke University Football, Delta Air Lines, Adventist Health System, Giochi Preziosi, Cramlington Learning Village, Intermountain Healthcare, Safexpress, TAG Aviation

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