Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management vs Safeguard by One Identity comparison

Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management vs. Safeguard by One Identity

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Categories and Ranking

Microsoft Purview Privilege...

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

18th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

5.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Safeguard by One Identity

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

2nd

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (1st), Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) (2nd)

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2026, in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category, the mindshare of Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management is 1.6%, down from 2.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Safeguard by One Identity is 4.3%, up from 3.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Safeguard by One Identity	4.3%
Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management	1.6%
Other	94.1%

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Featured Reviews

reviewer2797275

Systems Engineer at a leisure / travel company with 201-500 employees

Access control has improved approvals and tracking and now supports just-in-time administration

Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management definitely has a good amount of value for me because I associate it in a way that if someone wants to try to do something, they have to get approval. This means someone doing something has to put in what ticket information is relevant so I can keep track of why they are doing it. They are not just going in there with access to do whatever they want to do. It has to be done with a purpose and I think that is a big key point of it. The Just-in-Time access feature has not really helped me a lot more with managing privileged access. I think it is just a matter of how things are set up. If I need to build a server, I have to go in and increase my privileges for an amount of time that is allowed to build the server and then it elapses and then I am kicked out and then the next time I have to do it all over again. This is nice because it keeps track of what is going on. However, it would be nicer if I got a better reporting tool that can show what was happening instead of an email every single time it happens. The access review capabilities of Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management definitely benefits me so that I have a better understanding of who has access to what and what they are doing at what time.

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Mahesh Malve

Senior Business Development Associate at DigitalTrack Solutions ind pvt ltd

Centralized control has strengthened privileged security and simplified audit investigations

While One Identity Safeguard is a strong and reliable PAM solution, there are a few areas where it can be further improved to enhance user experience and scalability. Regarding the user interface and experience, the UI, while functional, can be a bit complex for new users. A more intuitive and modern dashboard with simplified navigation would improve adoption, especially for non-technical stakeholders. Regarding integration flexibility, although it supports major integrations, expanding out-of-the-box connectors for more cloud-native apps, DevOps tools, and SaaS platforms would be beneficial. Faster and simpler API-based integrations could reduce deployment efforts. Regarding scalability and performance in large enterprise environments, performance tuning and scaling can require additional efforts. Enhancing seamless scalability and high availability configuration would improve enterprise readiness.

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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 integration with Azure Identity is a significant advantage, as it allows for seamless automation and power app integration."

"The integration with other Microsoft solutions is a standout feature of Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management."

"Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management is easy to understand, particularly its menu."

"Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management definitely has a good amount of value for me because I associate it in a way that if someone wants to try to do something, they have to get approval."

"The ability to provide just-in-time privileged access and set specific parameters for access duration is highly beneficial."

"I like that One Identity Safeguard lets you configure the maximum number of connections to the target, a configuration I didn't find in its competitor."

"It is easy to manage. There is a very logical, clear user interface. Also, the integration of scripts is thoughtfully implemented. Overall, it's a nice product to manage."

"The most unique and valuable features are the upstream and downstream throughput capacities; the Safeguard platform provides agile integration. In actuality, all the features are valuable. They're good, user-friendly."

"There is ease of implementation. Compared to other PAM solutions, it is easy to implement and use from an administrator's point of view."

"In terms of the user experience, it is a pretty useful product. It works in a good way."

"With One Identity Safeguard, we have seen clear, measurable improvements across security, operations, and compliance."

"The integration of One Identity Safeguard has had a clear positive impact on both security and operational efficiency, with earlier estimates showing thirty to forty percent fewer password-related tickets and fifty percent faster audit preparation, along with reducing risk and eliminating shared credentials."

"Flexible modes are easily integrated into the customer infrastructure."

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Cons

"I do not see any financial benefit after implementing Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management, however, this question would be better answered by my manager."

"Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management has made progress in providing insights into generative AI tools being used within organizations, but customers need to further track where sensitive information is being used within AI tooling."

"Sometimes, its functions, like XLOOKUP in Microsoft Excel, do not find situations properly, especially without the use of pivot tables."

"There's room for improvement in Microsoft's documentation, as it often lacks clarity."

"The Just-in-Time access feature has not really helped me a lot more with managing privileged access."

"Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management could improve integration with multiple cloud environments."

"Support for One Identity Safeguard could be improved because sometimes the support team doesn't have an answer or solution for some bugs. A feature I found in a competitor would make One Identity Safeguard better, and that is the ability to load balance the traffic in the target."

"I would like to see an adjustment with more enterprise architecture."

"The main point regarding the user experience is that Safeguard has two separate management consoles."

"One Identity Safeguard can be improved in areas such as UI modernization."

"Our experience with technical support has been disappointing. We require more prompt and faster response times. We require answers to our questions right away but we haven't received that level of support."

"VMware PCoIP protocol support: Many customers are switching from normal computers/environment to VDI infrastructure and some of them are switching to VMware Horizon that uses PCoIP protocol, which is not supported right now."

"There is room for improvement in the launch module."

"The user interface can be improved for better searching of user accounts, and if One Identity enhances its support in that area, it would be very helpful."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The pricing is about $80,000 per 100 servers. There are few elective costs."

"Setup cost, pricing and licensing are all very expensive."

"We have a yearly license. The cost depends on how much a company wants to invest in technology. In our organization, we believe in modern digitization and automation processes so we found it affordable. One Identity was not that much less than other solutions and it is not a cheap solution. There were number of cheaper solutions. However, it's the most effective, according to our evaluation."

"As compared to other products, it is reasonable, but the training sessions are too expensive."

"The license is around $3,000 per month."

"The pricing depends on our perspective, our budget, and, of course, the competitors we are taking into account."

"The full license is expensive but if you plan to use it in a big organization then it is the best option because it is more flexible."

"We bought their other products, so it was not that expensive. It is one of those where the more you buy, the cheaper it is."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

14%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Healthcare Company

10%

Government

Outsourcing Company

14%

Retailer

10%

Financial Services Firm

University

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

No data available

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	93
Midsize Enterprise	26
Large Enterprise	40

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management?

I would say some of the things that could probably be improved is probably the reporting aspects. Being able to get a general and easier setup of reporting to show what was enabled for each day by ...

What is your primary use case for Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management?

I utilize Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management for all of our access inside of Azure and 365, associating different rights to different areas. Whether it is creating, assigning licensing ...

What advice do you have for others considering Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management?

With these two solutions, Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management and Admin By Request, other than the fact that it is for cloud and for on-premises, there are no other main differences. I w...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for One Identity Safeguard?

Our experience with the pricing and licensing was generally positive. The initial setup costs were reasonable considering the security and access control benefits we are getting. The licensing mode...

What needs improvement with One Identity Safeguard?

I think Safeguard by One Identity could be improved by making the user interface a little simpler and more intuitive, especially for new administrators. Some configurations and advanced features ta...

What is your primary use case for One Identity Safeguard?

My main use case for Safeguard by One Identity is to manage a secure privileged account and access a critical system. It helps us to control who can access sensitive resources and monitor privilege...

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Overview

Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management offers seamless integration with Microsoft solutions, providing enhanced security with just-in-time access and automated revocation. It supports Azure Identity for automated and conditional access features, streamlining data management across platforms.

Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management is known for its detailed auditing, customizable reports, and robust security features. While it efficiently manages privileged access and controls roles in platforms like Azure and Office 365, improvement is needed in predefined sensitive information types and large data exports. Users value its capabilities in preventing data leaks and managing access in applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. However, challenges remain with AI features and regional relevance of sensitivity types. Documentation could be clearer, and support services improved. Despite these issues, the pricing is transparent, providing a clear view into costs.

What are the key features of Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management?

Detailed Auditing: Provides thorough logging of access activities.
Just-in-Time Access: Grants temporary elevated access with automatic revocation.
Alerting: Notifies users of changes in access rights.
Integration with Azure Identity: Enables automation and conditional access protocols.
Customizable Reports: Offers tailored analytical reports for better insights.

What benefits or ROI should users expect?

Enhanced Security: Just-in-time access reduces risks of unauthorized use.
Seamless Integration: Works well with existing Microsoft ecosystems.
Efficient Data Management: Supports the management of sensitive formats, like credit card data.
Pricing Transparency: Clear and straightforward cost structure.

Companies across finance, healthcare, and technology sectors implement Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management to protect sensitive data and maintain control over access roles. Used alongside data protection measures like Data Loss Prevention, it helps organizations reduce the risk of data leaks while complementing other security technologies. Adoption has been broad across industries needing stringent data governance.

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One Identity Safeguard manages and monitors privileged access, enhancing security with features like automatic session recording, real-time monitoring, and credential rotation. It integrates seamlessly, supports compliance with audit trails, and improves operational efficiency across organizations. This robust platform significantly bolsters security protocols while controlling sensitive operations.

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Microsoft Purview Privileged Access Management vs. Safeguard by One Identity