Microsoft Identity Manager vs Transmit Security comparison

Microsoft Identity Manager

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Microsoft Identity Manager and Transmit Security based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Identity Management (IM) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed Microsoft Identity Manager vs. Transmit Security Report (Updated: March 2026).

Microsoft Identity Manager vs. Transmit Security

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Identity Manager

Ranking in Identity Management (IM)

11th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Transmit Security

Ranking in Identity Management (IM)

24th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Remote Access (25th), Access Management (20th), Passwordless Authentication (5th), Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) (11th)

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Identity Management (IM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Identity Manager is 2.3%, down from 4.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Transmit Security is 0.4%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Identity Management (IM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Identity Manager	2.3%
Transmit Security	0.4%
Other	97.3%

Identity Management (IM)

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RameshKumar9

Consultant at IOM - UN Migration

Supports reliable identity management and custom policy design

Microsoft Identity Manager can be improved by integrating it with Entra ID as a SaaS application or by having a cloud-based connector, as it is currently limited to on-prem scenarios, and a combination of both would be a great solution compared to competitors such as SailPoint or One Identity Manager. While the initial setup of Microsoft Identity Manager is not completely complex, migrating or upgrading to a new version can be complex and requires multiple backups to ensure it goes smoothly.

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reviewer2804310

Lead Software Engineer at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

Journey orchestration has improved fraud prevention but still needs shared rules and better usability

The main improvement needed is that with the tool, you have to build rules for each and every application. There is no common place where you can write the rules and use that rule for all your applications, which is missing. This is a big feature that is missing compared to the other products in the market. Additionally, the SDKs, Journey Player, and other components are not business-friendly, so you really have to be technical to get into it and do those things. A non-technical person would find it really hard to implement and learn things inside Transmit Security. Even though it requires less coding, you still have to have some technical people in your team to really write the rules and integrate those rules into your application.

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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 appreciate how Microsoft keeps adding new features to Microsoft Identity Manager."

"Microsoft Identity Manager automates all identities and access on every target system efficiently and quickly."

"The concept is primarily for the people in the business. In business, you can discuss how integrating all the services and resources within the company can bring numerous benefits."

"The tool's only feature that is generating value for us is the login process for our clients."

"The best features of Microsoft Identity Manager are its 100% compatibility with Active Directory, the ability to customize IAM policies as required, and its simplicity in design."

"The features of Microsoft Identity Manager that have been most impactful in improving security and compliance include the granular policies, report, and the ability to gain end-to-end visibility for each user."

"The most valuable feature is that it provides protection for our company documents."

"Microsoft Identity Manager's documentation is good, and its end-user portal is user-friendly."

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"Transmit Security has played a major role for our organization, especially in the authentication areas."

"Transmit Security has positively impacted my organization by improving the development of workflows in order to help the user experience."

"Transmit interface is flexible and user-friendly, which is important for our workload. Switching from one authentication code to multiple exposure or two-factor authentication (MFA) is seamless."

"Transmit Security has impacted my organization positively because it is reassuring to know that we are building on top of a trusted tool, and we do not rely on developers that could make mistakes, and because it is an authentication platform, that could be detrimental."

Cons

"It requires a lot of improvements. Microsoft is killing this product and migrating some of the features to Azure AD. The last version of this solution was 2016. If it is going to stay and integrate with Azure AD, its integration needs to be worked on in terms of connectors, etc. It doesn't seem that they are improving it alone. Microsoft wants to integrate it with Azure AD, but the integration is still not complete."

"All actions require logging in to the server."

"The product's pricing and integration features could be improved."

"The information that is available for the Active Directory portal is segregated here and there."

"Microsoft Identity Manager could be improved in several areas."

"Some valuable features might go unused because they are not well-documented or connected clearly in user guides."

"The setup was difficult. The deployment process is not quick."

"Microsoft Identity Manager could be more intuitive in terms of interface."

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"The main improvement needed is that with the tool, you have to build rules for each and every application."

"Pricing is an area where Transmit Security could improve. The pricing needs to be more competitive."

"The scalability of Transmit Security is a little bit tricky. It is not easy to scale and depends on the complexity of my workflows and how many users I am going to support."

"The customer support varies, but overall, we are satisfied."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is an expensive tool."

"The tool's price is low for my company."

"The solution is expensive."

"My rating for the pricing of Microsoft Identity Manager is average, neither too expensive nor too cheap."

"When comparing the cost, Microsoft Identity Manager is the best solution because it is free if you have an Azure P2 license."

"Microsoft Identity Manager comes with the premium or community license. If the customer doesn't have a premium license, the reseller who sells the licenses of Microsoft to the enterprise can extend the license for the client."

"The solution is included in the Microsoft E3 license and premium subscriptions of Azure AD."

"MIM is free with a Microsoft Azure license."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Government

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Educational Organization

Financial Services Firm

34%

Retailer

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	13
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	11

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Identity Manager?

Regarding pricing, setup costs, and licensing of Microsoft Identity Manager, it has a couple of cloud connectors that can sync directly with the O365 admin center, which is good enough, but Entra I...

What needs improvement with Microsoft Identity Manager?

Microsoft Identity Manager could be improved in several areas. The solution uses a batching process that executes at scheduled times, which differs from other vendor solutions. It is missing capabi...

What is your primary use case for Microsoft Identity Manager?

Microsoft Identity Manager is used primarily in the retail business. The implementation is enterprise-level within a national company, specifically at JCPenney, which is a large organization.

What do you like most about Transmit Security?

Transmit interface is flexible and user-friendly, which is important for our workload. Switching from one authentication code to multiple exposure or two-factor authentication (MFA) is seamless.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Transmit Security?

I have heard that pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Transmit Security are a little bit expensive, but I am not in charge of the budget in my team, so I cannot answer that with complete certai...

What needs improvement with Transmit Security?

I think Transmit Security can be improved by creating features that would allow the replacing of other companies such as Onfido. For example, if it would allow you to sign in by taking a selfie and...

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Microsoft Identity Manager

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Also Known As

MIM, Forefront Identity Manager, FIM, MS Identity Manager

BindID, FlexID, WorkID

Overview

Microsoft Identity Manager (MIM) builds on the identity and access management capabilities of Forefront Identity Manager. MIM helps you manage the users, credentials, policies, and access within your organization. Additionally, MIM adds a hybrid experience, privileged access management capabilities, and support for new platforms.

Microsoft

Transmit Security's cloud-based platform streamlines Customer Identity and Access Management with comprehensive services, enhancing user identity and access operations for businesses globally.

Transmit Security delivers a robust CIAM solution encompassing features like Identity Orchestration to automate access decisions and Detection and Response for enhanced security. With capabilities for user registration, single sign-on, and comprehensive identity verification, businesses can ensure secure and seamless user experiences. Advanced authentication options such as passwordless logins and multi-factor authentication further strengthen security, complemented by data validation tools to prevent fraud and ensure data accuracy.

What are the key features of Transmit Security?

Identity Orchestration: Automates access control using real-time data.
Detection and Response: Monitors and manages user activity risks.
User Registration and Single Sign-On: Simplifies access with integrated steps.
Identity Verification: Provides automated checks for seamless verification.
Authentication Services: Offers passwordless and multi-factor options.
Data Validation: Ensures data accuracy and fraud prevention.

What benefits should users seek in Transmit Security reviews?

Seamless Integration: Enhanced compatibility with existing systems.
Security Enhancement: Improved user data protection and access.
User Experience: Reduced friction with streamlined processes.
Scalability: Adaptable to business growth demands.

In industries such as fintech, healthcare, and retail, Transmit Security enables secure user interactions, tailored identity solutions, and fraud prevention measures. Its capabilities address sector-specific challenges, supporting compliance and innovation across diverse business landscapes.

Sample Customers

Dow Chemical Company (Dow), Whole Foods Market

Mitgate, Telepass, Metro Bank, Santander