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IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption vs iScramble comparison

IBM and Mage Data are both solutions in the Data Masking category. IBM is ranked #12 with an average rating of 6.0, while Mage Data is ranked #13. IBM holds a 2.2% mindshare in DM, compared to Mage Data’s 1.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution.
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We performed a comparison between IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption and iScramble based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Security Guardium Data ...
Ranking in Data Masking
12th
Average Rating
6.0
Reviews Sentiment
5.1
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Encryption (9th)
iScramble
Ranking in Data Masking
13th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
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Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Data Masking category, the mindshare of IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption is 2.2%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of iScramble is 1.2%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Muzzamil Hussain - PeerSpot reviewer
Performs well and key management excels but integration challenges persist
Overall, Guardium is a good solution. However, given the challenges with encryption, we have started considering other solutions. IBM should work on enhancing integration and usability with different databases. I can recommend this solution, however, our organization has faced implementation challenges, leading to a rating of six out of ten.
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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption?
Upon purchasing CP4S, which includes IBM Guardium, we had to purchase additional plugins for encryption, leading to extra costs. I would rate the cost effectiveness seven out of ten.
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What needs improvement with IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption?
There is a need for an improvement in native masking functionality, especially for databases like Oracle. We face challenges with masking features that require developing kernels and take a long ti...
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What is your primary use case for IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption?
We use IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption for the testing of our systems in the UAT environment. When providing data outside of the organization, we use Guardium encryption. We also use the tool...
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Overview

Encrypt your files, databases, and applications, address data security and privacy regulations, and control encryption keys for cloud-based data.

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iScramble is the MENTIS suite’s solution for static data masking. iScramble allows you to apply a variety of masking methods to your data while maintaining referential integrity.

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Static and Dynamic Masking in a Canadian Aviation Company, Discovery and masking for a large credit rating agency
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