

Find out in this report how the two Microsoft Security Suite solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
We have seen a 100% return on investment.
The ease of accessing necessary information promptly is the biggest return on investment.
It's hard to quantify the ROI in a dollar amount, but we realize value by doing more tasks in less time than we did before.
I have logged a few tickets and they were very supportive, coming online to fix whatever issue there was.
On a scale from one to ten, I would rate customer service and technical support for Microsoft Entra Verified ID a ten because I've never had any issue with technical support or had anyone come back to me with a bad experience.
Understanding how the product works and how the deployment is in our best interest ensures we do that right.
I would rate Microsoft Purview eDiscovery's customer service and technical support a ten.
Microsoft Entra Verified ID scales pretty well with the growing needs of our organization.
Microsoft Entra Verified ID has the potential to scale as far and wide as we probably need it to.
It scales with us seamlessly.
With the E3 licensing, I would rate the scalability of Microsoft Purview eDiscovery as a six because it lacks certain critical search functionalities.
The stability and reliability of Microsoft Entra Verified ID is very stable, as we haven't had any issues so far.
I have not experienced any downtime, crashes, or performance issues with Microsoft Entra Verified ID.
For us, it has been one hundred percent reliable.
Microsoft Purview eDiscovery is highly reliable.
There seems to be some difficulty with hybrid implementations, especially in a country like Pakistan where most are transitioning to cloud but not fully migrating, instead opting for hybrid solutions.
AI could be an area for continuous improvement or even pricing.
There is room for improvement in Microsoft Entra Verified ID, particularly in the integration with other platforms.
Adding more features, as Microsoft continues to expand their cloud offerings, would be beneficial.
Defining what constitutes a credit card because that is where I get the most false positives.
We find that many critical functions are available only to E5 license holders.
My experience with pricing, setup cost, or licensing was fine; it was an expected process.
With CSP or MCE-style agreements with Microsoft, the process is streamlined since we have reps from both Microsoft and CDW working together.
As an M3, I find the Purview pricing of 1250 per user worthwhile.
The pricing and licensing with Microsoft can be complex, and licensing is known to be a challenge because it changes frequently.
The importance of having the Microsoft Entra Verified ID being cloud-based is because we don't need to maintain the server.
Microsoft Entra Verified ID has helped reduce fraud or impersonation attacks.
Microsoft Entra Verified ID has helped reduce fraud or impersonation attacks because if you are using a government-sanctioned ID, what is more secure than that?
The most valuable feature of Microsoft Purview eDiscovery is its ability to search across various platforms, including Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
Purview can connect to iOS, Mac, Android, and SaaS apps, which is critical for capturing SMS and MMS text message data.
Purview's inclusion of global regulations is critical because we're heavily regulated by FERC, Sarbanes-Oxley, and the SEC.
| Product | Mindshare (%) |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Entra Verified ID | 1.6% |
| Microsoft Purview eDiscovery | 1.8% |
| Other | 96.6% |


| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 5 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 1 |
| Large Enterprise | 4 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 3 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 2 |
| Large Enterprise | 3 |
Microsoft Entra Verified ID offers robust identity verification with enhanced MFA features, integrating seamlessly with Active Directory while reducing server maintenance and enhancing security.
Entra Verified ID is a cloud-based identity solution providing robust security and auditing. It enhances user authentication and fraud protection with features like Face Check and number matching for MFA, seamlessly integrating with Active Directory. Users experience improved anti-phishing measures and operational efficiencies without needing extensive personnel. Integrating easily into existing systems like Azure AD and Office 365, it suits organizations looking to streamline identity verification processes.
What are the key features of Microsoft Entra Verified ID?Microsoft Entra Verified ID is implemented across industries for user authentication and single sign-on in business applications. Organizations, including MSPs, utilize it for authentication in Office 365 and Azure, manage internal and guest accounts in the non-profit sector, and authenticate users with government-issued proof. It's also instrumental during client onboarding to Azure Cloud, ensuring secure and efficient identity verification.
Microsoft Purview eDiscovery offers rapid search capabilities across multiple Microsoft platforms, supporting compliance with global regulations and improving data management efficiency for organizations.
Microsoft Purview eDiscovery empowers organizations to perform rapid content searches across Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and mobile devices. It enables keyword-based searches and automates content logging and tagging, ensuring privacy law adherence. This tool is designed to enhance visibility and legal compliance, featuring extensive data protection, native integration with Microsoft's ecosystem, and ensuring efficiency for collecting electronically stored information.
What are the key features of Microsoft Purview eDiscovery?Industries like legal services employ Microsoft Purview eDiscovery extensively for handling litigation requests and managing legal holds. This tool facilitates the retrieval and management of historical data, particularly during workforce transformations or information governance challenges, making it crucial for efficient eDiscovery workflows.
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