Microsoft Purview Data Governance vs OneTrust DataGovernance comparison

Microsoft Purview Data Governance vs. OneTrust DataGovernance

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Purview Data Gove...

Ranking in Data Governance

1st

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Microsoft Security Suite (8th)

OneTrust DataGovernance

Ranking in Data Governance

12th

Average Rating

7.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Data Governance category, the mindshare of Microsoft Purview Data Governance is 22.1%, down from 24.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OneTrust DataGovernance is 2.1%, down from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Governance

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AmrNaeem

Manager, Service Delivery & Solutions Architect at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees

It helps us by reporting on and auditing leaks and breaches

One important feature is data security, which both end users and the organization seek. Microsoft Purview offers data protection across a multi-cloud and multi-platform environment. It's critical that Purview connects to iOS, Mac, and Android. We could only secure some of our data if it only covered Windows. It provides a comprehensive view of the entire ecosystem's threats and compliance in real time. It's very easy to use. Purview's compliance features are crucial. We have to match some cases in other countries to our own to comply with the policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks here.

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Ihab-Bekhiet

Business Development || Data Strategy || Data Governance Advisor at Jadara Solutions

Business glossary is good, workflows are good but installation was difficult

I believe the relationship between business and technical terms could be improved, as well as the focus on data discovery. If we leverage the power of AI, we could provide more user-friendly outputs with relational insights between data. This is a core area for success. Any tool that focuses on data insights will add value. It's not just about linking clear data with clear business terms, but gaining insights is power and the key to success. So, I would like to improve the business and technical relations within OneTrust Data Governance. Customers mainly use OneTrust for compliance. For example, in Saudi Arabia, which is the top-selling country in 2023, there is a boom in data management investments due to digital transformation and government initiatives. They are heavily investing in data enrichment and data management. To succeed in this market, OneTrust needs to invest more and check the requirements from Saudi Arabian regulations. There are around 200 specifications to comply with. Once OneTrust meets those specifications, it will be able to sell more products. If OneTrust adapts well, OneTrust will see significant sales growth until 2030 in Saudi Arabia. An important thing to consider is to offer both on-premises and cloud deployment options. Currently, cloud-only solutions, especially on Azure, are not widely accepted. So, I would like to have an on-premises version as well. On-premises is crucial. If OneTrust can offer Google Cloud within Saudi Arabia, that would be good, but outside the country, Azure is acceptable for HIPAA compliance. So, in future, there should be both on-premises and Google Cloud options for cloud deployment.

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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

"The sensitivity labeling is the most valuable feature because it is the foundation for automating the encryption process and ensuring proper data handling across the organization."

"Microsoft Purview Data Governance enables us to show our compliance in real time."

"My favorite Purview feature is auto-scanning. Once we set up Purview, we can automatically scan multiple data sources when new data comes into specific databases, like SQL and Oracle. We don't need to rediscover the new data or do anything manually because it automatically happens."

"It gives you the opportunity to know your data and apply policies around it. If those policies are flouted, you can always track what's happening. You have options such as alerting the person who is committing that action, or you can take automatic action by blocking, for example, an email that is been sent externally. It's very useful."

"It is pretty early, but the decision to go with this investment was largely driven by the simplification of our information security technology management stack. That is the primary objective. Once you simplify and you have a connected structure, it allows for faster adoption there. It also gives us additional capabilities as we go on using the technology that we are familiar with, and we do not have to depend on outside parties to come in and tell us how to do certain things."

"The most valuable feature is the tracking activity and device onboarding."

"Instead of having to manually write down which tables and columns exist and then describe them, you can do that process in one go, by simply connecting to a source. That's a huge time-saver and a great benefit of Purview."

"Microsoft Purview stands out for its automatic data recovery system, which prioritizes critical data for the fastest restoration."

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"This product makes it easy to manage personal data."

"OneTrust allows seamless management of multiple geolocations at one time and offers workflow automation based on location-specific parameters."

"I recommend using a tool like OneTrust DataGovernance for managing regulated services, especially those handling personal information."

"The data flow analysis is especially valuable from a security perspective. It helps set a perimeter concerning security aspects."

"The tool gives us the ability to trace the path of an incident."

"The product is easy to use, with excellent integration capabilities that, although they could be improved, are still better than other options."

"OneTrust DataGovernance has excellent on-premise data mapping and visualization capabilities."

"One valuable aspect of the solution is its cloud-based nature. Users can just pay the fees and get started instantly."

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Cons

"The custom data classification for the African region needs to be improved."

"The Microsoft Purview data connector platform, which supports ingestion from non-Microsoft data sources, can be somewhat complex."

"We have had a lot of issues since we moved to Unified Support. There have been work gaps there, and we believe they fixed them, but we need to make sure that they are going to be sustainable. It is to be seen."

"Reflecting organizational changes within Purview is impractical."

"There are differences when looking at an incident in the M365 portal versus Purview, and the main one is the advanced hunting. In the M365 portal, you can write KQL queries and fetch data. If that was available in Purview, it would be very good."

"It supports only a limited number of tools and technologies that pertain to Microsoft products. If you want to leverage other solutions such as Workday or Oracle Fusion, features will be coming up, but as of now, it is for the Microsoft suite."

"Enhancing the tool's capability to connect to multiple sources would be valuable."

"There is room for improvement when it comes to Purview's data connector platform in supporting ingestion from non-Microsoft data sources."

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"The integration with third-party products could be better."

"The platform could benefit from more competitive AI features, more user-friendly dashboards, and better automatic recognition or advanced templates."

"Deployment is a big issue."

"Stability issues, like unexpected backend actions or data loss during updates, need to be addressed."

"To succeed in this market, OneTrust needs to invest more and check the requirements from Saudi Arabian regulations."

"The tool is an amalgam. It's a collection of loosely integrated pieces and parts that don't work well together. There is room for improvement there. My team reached out to the support team, and their experience was not satisfactory."

"The process management capability could be improved."

"The process management capability could be improved. It would be beneficial to have an authorization mechanism for users to process certain actions."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I would rate the cost of Microsoft Purview a six out of ten with ten being the most expensive."

"The price is reasonable considering its value."

"There is some competition out there, but the other solutions are quite expensive. They are enterprise tools that are a bit more mature but the license costs $100,000 for some of them. Purview is pay-per-use and a lot of companies are interested in that."

"To get the full features of Purview, we currently need E5 enterprise licenses, which are expensive."

"Microsoft Purview is a subscription-based service, so we need either an E3 or E5 license to use it."

"Purview is included in our Microsoft E5 licensing."

"Microsoft Purview requires a Microsoft 365 license and is included with an E5 license."

"Licensing is frustrating due to multiple modules and licenses. The feature might be available in the console, but it won't work without the proper license, creating confusion."

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"The product cost was reasonable due to a discount for NGOs."

"There is a licensing fee that we pay regularly."

"The solution is a low-cost option."

"The product is worth every penny."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

13%

Government

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

18%

Computer Software Company

10%

Insurance Company

Manufacturing Company

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Microsoft Azure Purview?

It is designed to seamlessly connect to various data sources, which is particularly beneficial for our customers who primarily use Microsoft technologies.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Azure Purview?

Microsoft Purview Data Governance is quite affordable compared to other market solutions, which have high initial costs. It allows for a cost-effective start with negligible initial cost. However, ...

What needs improvement with Microsoft Azure Purview?

There should be more clarity about the costing, particularly how the cost is calculated, especially when utilizing health reports and quality features. Additionally, adding more tools around data q...

What do you like most about OneTrust DataGovernance?

One valuable aspect of the solution is its cloud-based nature. Users can just pay the fees and get started instantly.

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for OneTrust DataGovernance?

The cost of OneTrust DataGovernance was slightly expensive. However, it is one of the finest tools in its category.

What needs improvement with OneTrust DataGovernance?

There should be more customization options, as many things are restricted. This customization should suit individual needs, allowing for more UI customization, especially during consent collection....

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Also Known As

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Overview

The new Microsoft Purview portal offers an enhanced governance experience, serving as a unified platform for managing and governing data across various sources, including Azure, Microsoft 365, on-premises, and multicloud environments. Designed to streamline governance, compliance, risk, and security efforts, the new portal provides a user-friendly interface and unlocks advanced features like live view and preset scans. Existing users of Microsoft Purview can upgrade to this enhanced experience, gaining access to improved user interface, enhanced capabilities, and consolidated management of data assets. Additionally, the upgrade sets the stage for future developments, including account consolidation and fine-grained access control.

Microsoft

Organizations can leverage the OneTrust Data Governance solution to centralize and automate their data governance programs. From initial data discovery to business insights, OneTrust helps you know your data, the laws that apply, and how to use that information to provide business value and demonstrate compliance.

OneTrust

Sample Customers

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Anthony Nolan, Everis, Herman Miller, Provident Financial Group

Microsoft Purview Data Governance vs. OneTrust DataGovernance