Google Cloud Identity vs Thales SafeNet Trusted Access comparison

Google and Thales 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 Thales is ranked #25. Google holds a 12.3% mindshare in IAMS, compared to Thales’s 1.2% mindshare. Additionally, 91% of Google users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Thales users who would recommend it.

Google Cloud Identity

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 2, 2024

Google Cloud Identity and Thales SafeNet Trusted Access are both focused on identity and access management. Google Cloud Identity offers competitive pricing and better support, while Thales is favored for its comprehensive features.

Features:Google Cloud Identity integrates smoothly with Google services, offers multi-factor authentication, and provides single sign-on capabilities. Thales SafeNet Trusted Access includes robust security features, a diverse range of authentication methods, and extensive third-party app integration. Google is centered around Google ecosystem integration, while Thales provides broader authentication support.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service:Google Cloud Identity features an easy deployment process with thorough documentation and responsive customer support. Thales SafeNet Trusted Access has a detailed setup process for customizable security configurations, possibly requiring more deployment time. Google focuses on streamlined deployment, while Thales allows flexible configurations with comprehensive support.

Pricing and ROI:Google Cloud Identity is noted for competitive setup costs and good ROI for businesses already using Google services. Thales SafeNet Trusted Access demands a higher initial investment, but enhances security and delivers strong ROI through advanced features. Google offers cost-effectiveness within the Google ecosystem, whereas Thales provides additional value with its extensive features, justifying its higher price tag.

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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)

Thales SafeNet Trusted Access

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

25th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Single Sign-On (SSO) (20th), Access Management (23rd)

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 Thales SafeNet Trusted Access is 1.2%, up from 0.9% 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%
Thales SafeNet Trusted Access	1.2%
Other	86.5%

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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GauravMathur

Vice President Information Technology at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Simple to use, easy to set up, and performs well

I'm not saying that we want to switch the product, however, since the requirement has increased, we are looking at other options that may be better suited. The scalability may not there. We have a few specific use cases where we have to avoid the cloud. Especially in Europe, we're not allowed to carry their phone in factories. We need some sort of secure access solution. There's a dependency on Microsoft Azure. I am paying to SafeNet and in parallel, I also need to pay Microsoft to use the same service. That makes no sense, to pay double. If they could do something about it, that would be very good.

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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

"It's easy to set up."

"The most valuable feature is that you can manage users from one central location."

"I have not experienced any serious problem with stability."

"The solution is user-friendly."

"The Cloud Identity is well advanced in terms of features, applications, and the components that it is offering."

"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."

"Although we have not looked at the whole product and explored it completely, we find that all the authentication features that we are using now are valuable."

"Google Cloud Identity uses what they call organizational units (OUs) instead of the security groups you'd find in Microsoft's Entra."

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"The interface is easy to use."

"The validation and integrity features of the endpoint are great."

"The solution is simple to use."

Cons

"The integration should be made easier."

"If you want to set up some alerts, you don't have much control over the configuration. You have to use their default alerts. And they only provide alerts for certain activities, so you cannot customize those. Monitoring isn't very helpful either."

"The solution needs to better integrate with Mac's OS."

"I would like to see more integration in future releases."

"Google Cloud Identity can be improved by having better integration with Active Directory, but since Active Directory is also a Microsoft solution, we don't think it will happen; that's the only disadvantage of Google."

"If I were to suggest enhancements, it would mainly revolve around ensuring compatibility and maximizing integration options with various services."

"I want the tool to improve its support. It should also incorporate some functionalities. Currently, preparing presentations in Google is a pain point. The tool’s certain features like user provisioning are not intuitive as well. The product’s LDAP support is very poor. Clients do not trust the product due to the spam."

"There is room for improvement in the configuration of their security policies. It seems quite basic."

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"SafeNet's reporting and monitoring features could be improved."

"Lacks the ability to integrate network monitoring solutions and authenticate the app users."

"There's a dependency on Microsoft Azure."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

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

"Licensing fees are on a yearly basis."

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

"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."

"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."

"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."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Performing Arts

10%

Legal Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Government

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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Also Known As

Cloud Identity, Cloud Identity Premium

SafeNet Trusted Access, Gemalto SafeNet Trusted Access

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.

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Thales SafeNet Trusted Access is a comprehensive access management solution that provides secure and seamless access to cloud and web applications. It offers a range of features, including multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, and adaptive authentication. With SafeNet, organizations can easily manage user access, enforce security policies, and monitor user activity to prevent cyber threats.

The solution is highly scalable and can be customized to meet the unique needs of any organization. Overall, SafeNet is a reliable and effective solution for preventing cyber threats and ensuring secure access to critical applications and data.

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Sample Customers

ExtraHop Networks, HealthChannels

IBM, Western Union, Vanderbilt University Medical Centre, Novartis, and AT&T.

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