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Microsoft Purview Data Governance vs OneTrust DataGovernance comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 3, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Purview Data Gove...
Ranking in Data Governance
1st
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
Microsoft Security Suite (10th)
OneTrust DataGovernance
Ranking in Data Governance
15th
Average Rating
7.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
9
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Data Governance category, the mindshare of Microsoft Purview Data Governance is 11.5%, down from 21.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OneTrust DataGovernance is 2.8%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Data Governance Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Microsoft Purview Data Governance11.5%
OneTrust DataGovernance2.8%
Other85.7%
Data Governance
 

Featured Reviews

AS
Tech lead at a healthcare company with 5,001-10,000 employees
Automated data discovery has streamlined management while configuration remains complex
Compared to Big-ID, Microsoft Purview Data Governance looks complicated to me. I do not feel it has a good user-level UI. The interface feels a little complicated compared to Big-ID. I did not appreciate the configuration part. It felt complex, whereas when I went for a Big-ID demo, the interface looked better and was easier to understand for any user.
AG
Manager at Cognizant
Consent and cookies modules have enhanced the integration of data protection strategies despite challenges
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. Also, improvements in data discovery and classification are needed, with the use of AI-oriented data discovery and more robust PDF file scanning capabilities. The scalability could be improved, particularly in detailed customization beyond the standard offering. Stability issues, like unexpected backend actions or data loss during updates, need to be addressed.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The ability to classify data quickly and effortlessly is arguably Microsoft Purview's most valuable feature."
"Has a good interface and is reasonably priced."
"From my experience and customer feedback, one of the most valuable features of Microsoft Purview is ease of use, especially for content hosted within Microsoft 365 and Azure. I also like that the pricing model for the solution is reasonable."
"Overall, Purview is a fantastic tool for staying on top of compliance, knowing where your data is and what data you hold."
"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 documentation is very exhaustive. Anyone can go ahead and try different use cases."
"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's most valuable feature is its ability to identify content across a number of prescribed regulatory frameworks, including Microsoft, GDPR, PII, and UCC Financial."
"The data flow analysis is especially valuable from a security perspective. It helps set a perimeter concerning security aspects."
"The product's valuable feature is its integration with other tools, such as risk management and risk assessment."
"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."
"The tool gives us the ability to trace the path of an incident."
"I recommend using a tool like OneTrust DataGovernance for managing regulated services, especially those handling personal information."
"This allows anyone in the enterprise to easily find information about specific products or data elements."
"One valuable aspect of the solution is its cloud-based nature. Users can just pay the fees and get started instantly."
 

Cons

"One drawback of Microsoft Purview, though it's beneficial and easy to use, is that when you start plugging in connectors for third-party sources when setting the solution up for data collection, it becomes a bit more tricky."
"Enhancing the tool's capability to connect to multiple sources would be valuable."
"Blueprints and landing zones like we have in Azure would be great to see in Purview. The solution could offer a baseline or blueprint of recommended settings for compliance regulations such as GDPR and ISO, which could be applied with a simple switch in the options."
"Two features are unsupported—custom insights and the DLP component—that would be beneficial to me as a consultant and for the customer in terms of security and monitoring. Regarding security, DLP would provide a more granular level of data masking. Custom insights would offer more detailed monitoring and alerts that can notify customers of failures or anything requiring urgent action."
"I would like to have complete video documentation for training."
"Frequent daily updates from Microsoft can cause interface elements like buttons to appear and disappear, making navigation unpredictable."
"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."
"The standard support is acceptable, but sometimes it doesn't respond fast enough. Overall, it doesn't meet our expectations."
"The process management capability could be improved."
"To succeed in this market, OneTrust needs to invest more and check the requirements from Saudi Arabian regulations."
"In OneTrust DataGovernance, there is room for improvement in creating customized email notifications in plain language and enhancing text editor features for form creation."
"The subject rights and concerns functionality needs to be improved."
"The process management capability could be improved. It would be beneficial to have an authorization mechanism for users to process certain actions."
"Deployment is a big issue."
"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."
"Stability issues, like unexpected backend actions or data loss during updates, need to be addressed."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Microsoft Purview is expensive."
"Some people find the tier licensing system complicated, but it offers a lot of value for money if we use the features."
"The pricing depends on the client's requirements and the number of applications."
"I consider it cost-efficient because of the metrics it provides."
"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."
"Currently, the licensing differs for the governance side compared to the risk and compliance side."
"The price is reasonable considering its value."
"Microsoft Purview is a subscription-based service, so we need either an E3 or E5 license to use it."
"The product is worth every penny."
"The product cost was reasonable due to a discount for NGOs."
"The solution is a low-cost option."
"There is a licensing fee that we pay regularly."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
14%
Government
9%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
22%
Retailer
7%
Insurance Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business20
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise32
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business4
Large Enterprise5
 

Questions from the Community

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?
The features in the actual data governance could be improved, and I think there is room for improvement in the product. We haven't used role-based access control in a complex way; it's somehow embe...
What is your primary use case for Microsoft Azure Purview?
We are currently working with Microsoft Purview Data Governance and other Microsoft products. We are using Microsoft Purview Data Governance.
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....
What is your primary use case for OneTrust DataGovernance?
We mainly use the modules for consent collection, cookies, and DSAR requests. We also use DPIA and PIA. One of my previous clients used the risk module. Currently, the consent and cookies modules a...
 

Also Known As

Microsoft Purview, MS Azure Purview
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Sample Customers

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Anthony Nolan, Everis, Herman Miller, Provident Financial Group
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