Google Cloud Identity vs Imanami GroupID comparison

Google and Imanami are both solutions in the Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) category. Google is ranked #8 with an average rating of 7.7, while Imanami is ranked #32. Google holds a 12.3% mindshare in IAMS, compared to Imanami’s 0.6% mindshare. Additionally, 91% of Google users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Imanami users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 2, 2024

Imanami GroupID and Google Cloud Identity compete in identity management solutions. Imanami GroupID stands out in pricing and support, while Google Cloud Identity is preferred for advanced features.

Features: Imanami GroupID offers efficient group management, role-based access configuration, and ease of role assignment. Google Cloud Identity provides multi-factor authentication, integrated security compliance tools, and a comprehensive suite of security features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Imanami GroupID provides a straightforward deployment for on-premise environments with consistent support. Google Cloud Identity's cloud-based deployment allows rapid integration with cloud services, though users report a need for better setup support.

Pricing and ROI: Imanami GroupID has a lower setup cost, appealing to small-to-medium enterprises seeking cost efficiency. Google Cloud Identity demands a higher initial investment but offers long-term benefits for those needing scalable, feature-rich solutions.

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Categories and Ranking

Google Cloud Identity

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

8th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) (10th), Cloud Resource Access Management (5th)

Imanami GroupID

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

32nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (14th), Active Directory Management (18th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) category, the mindshare of Google Cloud Identity is 12.3%, up from 11.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Imanami GroupID is 0.6%, up from 0.5% 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 (%)
Google Cloud Identity	12.3%
Imanami GroupID	0.6%
Other	87.1%

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

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Bhushan Ladkhedkar

Head - Work Transformation at Econz

User lifecycle management becomes streamlined with unified access and context-aware policies

If applications support SAML protocols, integration is always an easy task. However, there are difficulties with form-based applications or LDAP-based applications, particularly traditional applications. We need more flexibility not only with SAML but also with LDAP-based and form-based applications. Context-aware access currently only works with SAML-based applications. If other application integrations could support context-aware access, that would be helpful, as companies are in a transition mode with various traditional, form-based, and LDAP-based applications. Mobile device management could be improved. Through Google Cloud Identity, we can manage Android applications and have control over iOS devices, but container functionality is missing. This is particularly important for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) scenarios, especially in India where the market is now split equally between iOS and Android users. Improvements in this area and integration capabilities would be beneficial.

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Jonathan Cauthorn

Identity and Access Management Manager at a insurance company with 201-500 employees

Simplifies the task of managing groups and is affordable and easy to implement

I'd like to see it be able to do more than just groups. I'd like it to be able to do some things with email distribution lists as well. It can do that, but there were a few things that were limiting. It was difficult to get it set up, particularly with Azure in the cloud. I'd like that to be a little bit smoother. I'd like to see a better user interface. It works, but it is clunky. There should be better import and export of LDAP queries and better management tools. We've got a ton of groups, and it does take quite a while to do nightly processing. This is something that definitely needs improvement.

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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

"The most beneficial feature for enhancing security is context-aware access."

"The solution is moderate to difficult to use. I found the approach was practical. Following the steps made it very easy to use."

"The solution is primarily used for single control and single sign which helps with the security and authentication of multiple devices."

"The most valuable feature of Google Cloud Identity is its stability."

"The most valuable feature of Google Cloud Identity is its simplicity in deployment."

"The best features of Google Cloud Identity are that it's free and works with modern applications, meaning if it's OAuth or using the OAuth protocol, it's very easy to integrate with those applications."

"I used it as an administrator without implementing it myself. As for valuable aspects or benefits, the significant point is that it's a straightforward, single solution that just works."

"The initial setup is easy."

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"I have found the overall features to be useful."

"Imanami GroupID's UI is good."

"For each job code, we go through and determine the access they're supposed to have to the system. Based on that job code, we use the query tool and say that anybody who is in this job code gets these groups added to them, or conversely, if they change job codes, it removes the ones that they shouldn't have and adds the one they should. That runs every night, and the next day, everybody has the job codes they're supposed to have."

Cons

"The solution's storage capacity could be increased."

"Google Cloud Identity should improve its compatibility with other products without any impact, such as Jamf Cloud."

"Google Cloud Identity the UI could improve."

"They are going ahead and adding a few more things to the Google Cloud premium edition. Their stock management and remote computer management can be improved."

"The interface could be more user-friendly."

"Overall, I would give a zero out of 10 for Google's support. There is no easy way to navigate issues without paid consultation, making it quite frustrating."

"To improve the product, the integration with third-party products could always be smoother."

"Google Cloud Identify could make the technology used easier to understand as a layman making it more user-friendly."

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"I'd like to see a better user interface. It works, but it is clunky. There should be better import and export of LDAP queries and better management tools."

"The mobile application needs to be improved and there should be chatbox features to allow users to easily reach out for assistance."

"The product's implementation is complex. It should also work on GPO."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is not expensive."

"I rate the product price a seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price."

"When I worked on Cloud Identity, they offered a free or enterprise version. You can synchronize and create up to 100 user identities in the free version. After that, you have to purchase a business or enterprise license. In that model, you'll be charged based on the number of users."

"We probably spend about $50,000 a year on licensing."

"The pricing is a bit expensive."

"The licensing cost depends on the partners and the relationship between the company and the partners."

"The product is billed on a monthly basis depending on the number of users."

"The fees are paid monthly and there are no additional costs other than the licensing fees."

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"It is on a yearly basis, and it has the product license fee and the support for it. So, there is the licensing fee, and there is the annual maintenance that includes the support. I don't remember exactly, but we're probably paying somewhere in the neighborhood of $20,000 to $30,000 for it per year. We've got a pretty large implementation of it, and for the amount that we do, it is a pretty good deal. I would rate it a four out of five in terms of pricing."

"The price of the solution is reasonable."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Media Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	8

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Questions from the Community

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The most valuable feature of Google Cloud Identity is its stability.

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Also Known As

Cloud Identity, Cloud Identity Premium

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Overview

Cloud Identity is an Identity as a Service (IDaaS) and enterprise mobility management (EMM) product. It offers the identity services and endpoint administration that are available in G Suite as a stand-alone product. As an administrator, you can use Cloud Identity to manage your users, apps, and devices from a central location - the Google Admin console.

Google

Groups don’t live forever. Project teams disband, departments re-organize, and employees change status. GroupID from Imanami leverages the pervasiveness of Microsoft® Active Directory and empowers IT professionals with the tools needed to effectively provision and manage users. Users can be quickly entered into the correct distribution and security groups, and are easily managed across multiple systems.

There Are Three Main Benefits To A Complete Group Management Solution:

Reduce the load on the IT staff and helpdesk
Improve employee productivity by putting users in the correct distribution groups immediately
Improve security by having each security group’s membership accurate immediately

Groups Are Never Out Of Date.

Users are empowered to solve common problems independently. Security and access aren’t compromised. IT is empowered with the right tools to help employees. Staff productivity goes up. What more could you want?

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Sample Customers

ExtraHop Networks, HealthChannels

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