Microsoft Entra Verified ID vs Ping Identity Platform comparison

Microsoft Entra Verified ID vs. Ping Identity Platform

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Entra Verified ID

Ranking in Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

8th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Microsoft Security Suite (21st)

Ping Identity Platform

Ranking in Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

3rd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Single Sign-On (SSO) (6th), Authentication Systems (7th), Data Governance (11th), Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) (5th), Access Management (6th), Directory Servers (1st)

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Entra Verified ID is 3.5%, up from 3.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Ping Identity Platform is 7.9%, down from 11.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Ping Identity Platform	7.9%
Microsoft Entra Verified ID	3.5%
Other	88.6%

Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)

Featured Reviews

MuhammadWaqar

IT Director at Interwood Mobel Pvt Ltd

Supports user management and authentication but needs simpler hybrid integration for broader adoption

I believe there should be an easy provision for the on-premises and for the hybrid environment in Microsoft Entra Verified ID, as 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. An ease for hybrid integration would greatly help the technical teams. I believe the policy implementation is a little bit complex on the Microsoft side; there should be a simpler way to implement policies, utilizing standardized templates for compliance, such as industry-specific templates for the service industry, which would be helpful for HIPAA and other compliances.

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AmitRathod

Senior Analyst at Toll Group

Single sign-on has simplified access while adaptive authentication protects complex user journeys

Regarding areas for improvement in Ping Identity Platform, there is not much. In terms of licensing and implementation costs, it has premium pricing, and it has a very complex implementation. It provides greater feasibility, but it takes a very long time in terms of complete building. There is a very limited number of legacy support, which can pose potential difficulties in integrating with certain older or legacy systems. Additionally, issue troubleshooting can be difficult at times. Sometimes issues can be difficult to diagnose and require extensive technical expertise. There is also a very steep learning curve for administrative purposes and potential difficulties with offline authentication scenarios.

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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

"I like the Microsoft Authenticator app since it comes with two-factor authentication."

"I find Microsoft Dynamics 365 very easy and useful because most of the users on our end are using Microsoft, thus they are very familiar with the Microsoft Office stack, and some of SharePoint and Teams."

"The biggest return on investment when using Microsoft Entra Verified ID is the single sign-on (SSO) feature."

"Microsoft Entra Verified ID has smoothed out our identity verification process and made it easier for us to authenticate users, making us more confident about our users being who they say they are so we can trust that we have secure logins for all our users."

"The most valuable features of the solution are mainly in the areas of security and auditing."

"Entra allows us and our customers to access workloads on Azure and Office 365 securely, and we've integrated it with other applications to provide a single pane of glass for user identification, eliminating the need for multiple IDs."

"The authentication features of Microsoft Entra Verified ID are valuable. As an infrastructure professional, I appreciate the exceptional integration between on-premises Active Directory features and Entra ID."

"I would recommend this solution to others because it's simple enough to deploy."

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"We use the product to run different reports."

"The solution has a smooth and configurable user interface for single sign-on capabilities."

"It's convenient for users to log in through Ping using the Kerberos adapter because it doesn't require them to authenticate again."

"PingFederate is very flexible. We can do many customizations, and it also provides an SDK to tailor it to our specific requirements. There are also numerous plugins available. I've worked with tools like ForgeRock and Okta, but I find PingFederate to be the most customizable."

"The product's most valuable features include its cloud-based capabilities for handling cloud applications and providing authentication and authorization through OIDC and SAML. It also supports integrations needed for both local and internal applications, including legacy applications requiring web server access."

"The main reason why we use this product is to make sure that we can use our corporate account to log on to applications in the cloud, and from that perspective, it helps us in our account life-cycle management because if somebody is leaving the company, that account will be automatically deleted, which saves time."

"It's pretty stable as a product."

"The solution is stable. We haven't experienced any bugs or glitches."

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Cons

"There are issues with the integration of Microsoft Entra Verified ID and MFA. Sometimes, the MFA process doesn't succeed, requiring users to sign out and log back in."

"Standard support could be improved, as it's often not as responsive."

"Microsoft products basically have no support other than the knowledge base, so I would give it a two out of 10."

"I must do two-factor authentication when I sign in from a different location. It creates friction. It's not personalized for the end user. I would like to see specific insights."

"I have not really seen return on investment with Microsoft Entra Verified ID."

"The tool's expensive nature is an area of concern where improvements are required."

"While Microsoft continues to improve the solution, integrating the ID with biometric features could be enhanced, especially in terms of standard B2C flows for multi-factor authentication. Improvements in remembering devices and the timing of MFA triggers could also be beneficial."

"I believe there should be an easy provision for the on-premises and for the hybrid environment in Microsoft Entra Verified ID, as 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."

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"The management console needs to be improved. PingID should revise it."

"They should promote more buyer's authentification, like a fingerprint or face recognition, something that's more convenient."

"In Ping Identity, we have had some issues. We've worked with logging and troubleshooting, including some firewall and security issues."

"PingID's device management portal should be more easily accessible via a link. They provide no link to the portal like they do for the service. The passwordless functionality could be more comprehensive. You can't filter based on hardware devices. Having that filtering option would be great. Device authentication would be a great feature."

"In the beginning, the initial setup was very complex."

"Ping Identity Platform must improve its UI since its management console is complicated."

"We have encountered instances where it is not easy to do authentication."

"It has a long way to go until it is a cloud-based solution."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing and setup are standard. With Entra, you choose between P1 and P2 licenses. We recommend having at least one P2 license in a company for better alert management, even though P2 is more expensive."

"If one is cheap and ten is very expensive, I rate the product price as seven."

"I still feel the pricing is on the higher side for larger customers. They don't pay anything for on-prem Active Directory. Although we receive additional features with Microsoft’s SSO, pricing is an area Microsoft can work on."

"The platform's value justifies the pricing, especially considering its security features and scalability."

"Ping Identity Platform is not an expensive solution."

"PingID's pricing is pretty competitive."

"Ping offers flexible pricing that's not standardized."

"The product is costly."

"Ping Identity Platform is not very expensive."

"The tool is quite affordable."

"The pricing is neither too expensive nor too cheap."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Construction Company

Financial Services Firm

22%

Retailer

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Large Enterprise	4

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	21

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Microsoft Entra Verified ID?

It is hard for me to say how Microsoft Entra Verified ID can be improved. I really do not know the extent of how that can benefit everything. I am trying to learn that here at the Ignite conference.

What is your primary use case for Microsoft Entra Verified ID?

My main use cases for Microsoft Entra Verified ID are verifying the end user saying who they are and being able to back that up with government-issued proof.

What advice do you have for others considering Microsoft Entra Verified ID?

My organization has not implemented the Face Check feature yet; we are using YubiKeys. My organization's trust in digital interactions really has not changed since implementing Microsoft Entra Veri...

What do you like most about PingFederate?

PingFederate is very flexible. We can do many customizations, and it also provides an SDK to tailor it to our specific requirements. There are also numerous plugins available. I've worked with tool...

What needs improvement with PingFederate?

It requires some expertise to set up and manage. Also, having dedicated support is helpful. It's not something anyone can just set up and run without assistance – ideally, a team using PingFederate...

What is your primary use case for PingFederate?

We use PingFederate to provide SSO (Single Sign-On) solutions to enterprise applications. We support protocols like SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language), OAuth, and OpenID Connect. For example...

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Also Known As

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Ping Identity (ID), PingFederate, PingAccess, PingOne, PingDataGovernance, PingDirectory, OpenDJ

Overview

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?

Robust Security and Auditing: Offers comprehensive monitoring for enhanced protection.
Cloud-Based System: Reduces server maintenance costs and complexity.
Enhanced Identity Verification: Features like Face Check and number matching for MFA.
Active Directory Integration: Seamlessly integrates to streamline workflows.
User Self-Service: Simplifies identity management for users.
Anti-Phishing Improvements: Protects against fraud and impersonation.

What benefits and ROI should users expect from Microsoft Entra Verified ID?

Operational Efficiency: Streamlines authentication with reduced personnel needs.
Fraud Protection: Enhances security against phishing and impersonation.
Cost Reduction: Lowers server maintenance costs through cloud solutions.
Simplified Identity Management: Eases integration with existing systems like Azure AD.
Improved User Experience: Facilitates user self-service and seamless authentication.

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

Ping Identity Platform offers cloud capabilities for applications, supporting Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication, and passwordless authentication. It features flexible integrations and federated identity management, enhancing security through detailed compliance features and seamless IDP integration.

This platform meets enterprise needs with role-based access control, device management, API security, and risk-based adaptations. Its BYOD support, ease of integration, biometric authentication methods, and customizable options with PingFederate aid in enhancing security and convenience. Challenges such as the complex management console, network reliability, and limited customization are present. Users find areas for improvement in incident response features, bio-certification, and network handling for IP classification. Community support and documentation need strengthening to address existing device tracking and token management issues.

What are the key features of Ping Identity Platform?

Cloud Capabilities: Built for cloud applications with flexible integrations.
Federated Identity Management: Allows easy integration of multiple IDPs.
SSO and MFA Support: Ensure secure and seamless access.
Passwordless Authentication: Enhances user convenience.
API and Device Management: Protects and secures devices and APIs.

What benefits and ROI can be expected from Ping Identity Platform?

Enhanced Security: Through detailed compliance features and multi-protocol support.
User Convenience: Enabled by passwordless access and integration flexibility.
Improved Access Control: With role-based permissions and identity management integration.
Seamless Integration: Across a range of identity providers and authentication protocols.

In industries such as finance, healthcare, and IT, enterprises deploy Ping Identity Platform for its ability to implement seamless SSO and MFA. It integrates with protocols like SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect to secure communications and user identities. This enhances security and user convenience for customer-facing and internal applications.

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Sample Customers

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Equinix, Land O'Lakes, CDPHP, Box, International SOS, Opower, VSP, Chevron, Truist, Academy of Art University, Northern Air Cargo, Repsol

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