NetIQ Identity Governance vs SailPoint Identity Security Cloud comparison

OpenText and SailPoint are both solutions in the Identity Management (IM) category. OpenText is ranked #30, while SailPoint is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.2. OpenText holds a 0.4% mindshare in IAM, compared to SailPoint’s 20.2% mindshare. Additionally, 88% of OpenText users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of SailPoint users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 1, 2024

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud and NetIQ Identity Governance are competing in the identity governance sector. SailPoint stands out in pricing and deployment speed, while NetIQ is favored for its robust feature set and potential ROI.

Features: SailPoint Identity Security Cloud offers dynamic identity governance, enhanced scalability, and comprehensive integration capabilities. NetIQ Identity Governance is notable for deep feature customization, superior analytics, and extensive reporting tools.

Room for Improvement: SailPoint could enhance its feature customization options, analytics depth, and native reporting capabilities. NetIQ might benefit from a simplified deployment process, reducing initial setup complexity, and a more intuitive user interface.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SailPoint Identity Security Cloud provides a straightforward deployment with prompt customer support, appealing to those seeking efficiency. NetIQ Identity Governance involves a more complex deployment process, yet it compensates with detailed guidance and strong customer service.

Pricing and ROI: SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is characterized by lower setup costs and quick ROI due to its cost-effective pricing and efficient implementation. NetIQ Identity Governance, despite higher initial expenses, offers significant long-term ROI with its comprehensive feature set.

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Omada Identity

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Identity Management (IM) category, the mindshare of Omada Identity is 3.4%, down from 3.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of NetIQ Identity Governance is 0.4%, down from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is 20.2%, up from 19.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Pernilla Hulth

IAM Project Manager (Independent) at a retailer with 10,001+ employees

The interface is easy to use and gives you a solid overview

The cloud-based deployment was straightforward, but the on-prem deployment was in a highly complex ecosystem. Omada has matured since then. I wouldn't say that it isn't straightforward, but it depends on the customer. A standard deployment is relatively easy, but it can be more painful if you need a lot of customization. We deployed the cloud solution in around four months, nearly meeting the 12-week benchmark. The on-prem deployment took three years. It was a highly complex ecosystem that was dependent on other systems. Depending on the size of your environment, you need a product owner and some specialists for maintenance. My last customer was a university with a complex environment. They had around 12 people involved in maintenance at that organization. Typically, it's between 2-5 people.

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JoelHercik

Account Executive at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

A mature, capable solution that should be available as a cloud solution

They haven't really evolved the product to the cloud, so they don't have a cloud solution. It's just deployable in the cloud, so in some cases that holds them back in a competitive situation. I don't know if they're intent on taking their solution to the cloud, but if they do, that would be one improvement. It would allow them to be competitive down market in medium to small enterprises. I don't know if they care to address that market or not because it doesn't seem like they've made that move, but that would be one way for them to do that. As for additional features, I would suggest stronger integration. I think enabling more universal industry standard integrations would probably help them with different applications.

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Kaustubh Partha

Technical Support Analyst at CLSA

Empower users with robust IT security and seamless approval workflows

I raise requests on SailPoint, for example, if there is any server-related access needed. I use it more as an end-user, like raising simple tickets for identity access management SailPoint is more focused on IT security. I find that the approvals that flow through SailPoint are much better than…

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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

"When we started with identity and access management, we cleaned up and skipped 500 accounts. Therefore, there are a lot of people who are still in our system. Using this tool, we have cleaned up a lot of accounts for ourselves as well as our partners and suppliers. So, we can manage everything now."

"We are able to onboard new user accounts much faster by automating the process and standardizing our operations globally. Previously, there were many individual processes and manual admin interactions. We also see a lot of cost savings and benefits because through automation and standardization."

"Omada's best feature is creating accounts, automatically assigning permissions, and distributing resources based on assignment policies."

"The Governance and self-service that can be set up so you can use them yourself to work in the system are the most valuable features. End users can be enabled to help themselves."

"The administrative features and SoD are valuable."

"The support for the validity of the resources is valuable. The tool allows resource assignments within a validity period so that the managers do not have to remember to revoke the access once the work is done."

"User-friendly solution."

"The most relevant feature is Omada's reporting engine. Omada never 'forgets' and archives every process. All steps an admin, user, or manager has executed, are recorded in Omada."

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"I like the queries and find the catalog to be comparatively powerful."

"All three functionalities, access certification, the configuration of duties, and role mining - especially role mining - are very advanced compared with the competition."

"I really like the separation of the duties. It is the most ambitious model in the server because you have to create all the different rules, especially business rules. You have to check with the client and set different policies and rules, and then, you to have refine them. You will notice what is bad in the company and where the real problem is."

"This solution has been around for a long time. It has had lots of successful deployments and releases."

"NetIQ Identity Governance has improved the security of my company."

"We’re very satisfied with technical support. Usually we get people with the right knowledge who understand the solution very well."

"When doing a review you can either make manual or automatic fulfillment to immediately apply the manager's decision to the system, like removing or adding new permissions to the user account."

"You can run reports and verify the access each user has. There is a process that runs automatically for access review. It sends an email to the manager and provides a task for the manager to review the users and access. The manager can approve or reject, and then it goes to the application owner for further review. This feature is especially important in large customer environments, as manual review can be challenging."

"We like the integration with other systems."

"It is a stable tool, which we run in our complex environment."

"The tool's GUI is user-friendly."

"I like IdentityIQ's granular attachment management and certification customization features."

"The solution's most valuable feature is its ease of use."

"It provides a lot of out-of-the-box functionalities. You don't have to do too much custom development like other solutions such as Microsoft or NetIQ. It also has a lot of out-of-the-box connectors for different sources, directories, databases, etc. Its cloud version is working very well, and its pricing is okay. Its value for money is fine for most of the customers. It is also very flexible. They have frequent new releases and patches for fixing errors and things like that."

"The initial setup isn't so difficult."

"A feature of SailPoint IdentityIQ that I like best is that it has good integration with other platforms. My company is using ADP here in Brazil, and SailPoint IdentityIQ works very, very well with it. My company is also using the solution for governance evaluation, segregation, and other access tests. For my company, SailPoint IdentityIQ is a very important solution, especially because it's automated, and there's a huge audit and risk issue here in Brazil."

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Cons

"If you find an error and you need it fixed, you have to upgrade. It's not like they say, "Okay, we'll fix this problem for you." You have to upgrade. The last time we upgraded, because there was an error in a previous version, we had to pay 150,000 Danish Krone (about $24,000 at the time of this review) to upgrade our systems... That means that we have to pay to get errors fixed that Omada has made in programming the system. I hope they change this way of looking at things."

"There's a challenge with handling large amounts of data in this system."

"If you're running Omada on a cloud service, you may have some issues deploying the newest release. Sometimes, the latest release doesn't adapt to the processes we have already installed. Identity Access Management is a critical system for our organization, and we need to ensure that everyone has the same access as they did before the release."

"They need to improve the cost for small companies."

"Documentation can be improved. I have already filed a few suggestions to make documentation more clear and more representative of reality."

"I would like to see them expand the functionality of the tool to continue to be competitive with the monsters out there. For example, they could add functionality on the authentication side, functionality that Octa and SailPoint have. But they should do that while maintaining the same simplicity that makes Omada a product of choice today."

"The security permission inside Omada needs improvement. It's tricky to set up."

"The Omada Identity SaaS version doesn't provide all the features Omada Identity on-premise provides."

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"The initial setup has room for improvement."

"They haven't really evolved the product to the cloud, so they don't have a cloud solution."

"The product could use more advanced features related to Identity Intelligence."

"We need more connectors to cloud applications like AWS."

"With NetIQ, you have to install two or more products. It would be better if we could install one product and have one server and one dashboard."

"NetIQ Identity Governance is not flexible. Sometimes, filtering information to provide users with options, such as selecting the application to which they want to request access, can be challenging. It needs to improve application integration as well."

"The solution should provide more connectors in future releases. The solution also should offer more monitoring."

"Technical support is horrible."

"The user interface is not very user-friendly."

"One needs to understand that SailPoint is into full-fledged IAM practice with a long-term vision, and customers will get a quick ROI with best practices implementation."

"Scalability is hard, especially when you are doing it in real time."

"In the past, we had a lot of problems with SailPoint IdentityIQ, particularly in providing access and provisioning. There were some gaps in the operation of the solution because they were manual rather than automated, and the users and administrators were given access directly via Active Directory, and it wasn't appropriate for us at the time to use. In terms of integration, we could provide a more automated solution after a minimum number of years, but not in the SailPoint IdentityIQ platform, but there were problems in the registration, for example, with putting information inside ADP, but in general, we were able to solve those problems, and after implementing SailPoint IdentityIQ we had increased evaluations."

"What it doesn't do is provide notice in the event of a vulnerability or offense from the security."

"SailPoint lacks some features like privileged account management and access management features found in products like Okta."

"The product has poor reporting and analytic capabilities. Reports are not easy to use and its analytic capabilities are limited."

"I would like for the next release to have a more user-friendly interface."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is okay."

"Omada Identity is very reasonably and competitively priced."

"The pricing is too high for SMBs."

"Omada is expensive."

"From an on-prem point of view, the cost is quite transparent and reasonable. The direct cost is primarily for licenses and maintenance on licenses."

"My client deals directly with the Omada Identity team in terms of licensing. I never look at pricing, so I'm not aware of how much the solution costs, but it's worth the money. Often, when you begin to use Omada Identity and it takes a while to set up, it'll be irreversible, and you'd depend on and focus more on the functionality of the solution, rather than its price tag."

"They are positioned at a good price point. They are lower than some of their competitors."

"Omada Identity is competitively priced and delivers good value for our money."

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"I give the cost a nine out of ten."

"It's expensive relative to the cloud solutions that are out there."

"In terms of pricing, the tool seems a bit cheaper compared to other SaaS solutions."

"They are expensive."

"SailPoint IdentityIQ is too expensive for small and medium companies. It is an expensive product."

"The pricing is a little bit higher than other tools."

"Usually, the cost of deploying about 5,000 licenses or 5,000 users, would be the equivalent to the cost of the license, which would be reaching up to around $90,000."

"As per my knowledge, it runs on a paid partnership model, but I am not sure about it."

"You are able to get discounts if you plan to use the tool for the long-term i.e. discounts for 5+ years of usage."

"The product is expensive. People need to opt for a licensing plan for one year or three years."

"SailPoint IIQ is the best of best. That is reflected in the pricing of the solution. The pricing is based on the number of identities."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

16%

Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Computer Software Company

17%

Financial Services Firm

16%

Comms Service Provider

13%

Government

Financial Services Firm

17%

Computer Software Company

14%

Manufacturing Company

11%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Omada Identity Cloud?

As an administrator, we benefit from a lot of functionality that is available out of the box, but it is also configur...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Omada Identity Cloud?

They are positioned at a good price point. They are lower than some of their competitors.

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What needs improvement with Omada Identity Cloud?

The biggest issue, which is the reason why we are transitioning from their product to SailPoint, is the overall user ...

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What do you like most about NetIQ Identity Governance?

You can run reports and verify the access each user has. There is a process that runs automatically for access review...

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What needs improvement with NetIQ Identity Governance?

NetIQ Identity Governance is not flexible. Sometimes, filtering information to provide users with options, such as se...

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What advice do you have for others considering NetIQ Identity Governance?

The solution is worth using because of its flexibility, especially in integrating applications. However, the time req...

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How does Sailpoint IdentityIQ compare with CyberArk PAM?

We evaluated Sailpoint IdentityIQ before ultimately choosing CyberArk. Sailpoint Identity Platform is a solution to m...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SailPoint IdentityIQ?

The product is expensive. People need to opt for a licensing plan for one year or three years.

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What advice do you have for others considering SailPoint IdentityIQ?

You can use SailPoint Atlas to take identity security to the next level. In SailPoint IIQ, writing a custom connector...

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Also Known As

Omada Identity Suite, Omada Identity Cloud

NetIQ Access Governance Suite, Novell Access Governance Suite

IdentityIQ, IdentityNow, Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management, Intello

Overview

Omada Identity is an identity governance and administration (IGA) solution designed to help organizations manage and secure digital identities and access across their IT environments. It focuses on enhancing security, compliance, and efficiency by automating identity management processes.

Omada Identity offers a robust set of features that streamline identity lifecycle management, access governance, and compliance reporting. It integrates with a wide range of IT systems, applications, and data sources, providing a centralized platform for managing user identities and access rights. The solution enables organizations to enforce security policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and reduce the risk of unauthorized access.

What are the critical features of Omada Identity?

Identity Lifecycle Management: Automates the process of creating, updating, and deactivating user identities throughout their lifecycle.
Access Governance: Ensures that users have appropriate access rights, enabling continuous monitoring and recertification of access.
Compliance Reporting: Provides comprehensive reporting capabilities to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Simplifies the assignment and management of access rights based on user roles within the organization.
Self-Service Access Requests: Empowers users to request access to resources through a user-friendly portal, reducing administrative burden.
Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly integrates with various systems, applications, and data sources for unified identity and access management.

What benefits or ROI items should users look for in the reviews when evaluating Omada Identity?

Improved Security: By ensuring that only authorized users have access to sensitive information, Omada Identity enhances overall security posture.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps organizations meet compliance requirements by providing detailed audit trails and reporting features.
Operational Efficiency: Automates routine identity management tasks, reducing manual effort and freeing up IT resources for strategic initiatives.
User Productivity: Streamlines access management processes, enabling users to quickly obtain the resources they need to perform their jobs.
Reduced Risk: Minimizes the risk of data breaches and insider threats by enforcing strict access controls and continuous monitoring.

Omada Identity is widely adopted across various industries, including healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. In healthcare, it helps protect patient data and comply with regulations like HIPAA. In finance, it ensures compliance with SOX and other financial regulations. In manufacturing, it secures access to sensitive production data and intellectual property.

Pricing and licensing for Omada Identity are typically based on the number of users and the specific features required. Customer support is available through various channels, including online resources, support tickets, and professional services for implementation and customization.

In summary, Omada Identity is a comprehensive IGA solution that enhances security, compliance, and efficiency in managing digital identities and access.

Omada

NetIQ Identity Governance is a solution that helps any organization run effective access certification campaigns and implement identity governance controls to meet compliance mandates while proactively mitigating risk. Built to get organizations up and running in hours vs the weeks or months of traditional legacy vendors, NetIQ Identity Governance replaces errorprone, time consuming manual methods that can expose your organization to compliance violations and risk from excessive access.

OpenText

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud specializes in identity, access management, and governance, focusing on user lifecycle automation, compliance, certifications, and reporting, handling both on-premise and cloud deployments.

Organizations use SailPoint Identity Security Cloud for seamless onboarding, offboarding, password resets, and provisioning, integrating with Active Directory and Office 365. Its centralized account views and enhanced security controls support identity management, policy evaluation, risk assessment, and role-based access control. Clients benefit from its stability, scalability, and customized access control features, reducing workloads and ensuring effective provisioning.

What are the most important features of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud?

Compliance Capabilities: Extensive features ensuring regulatory adherence.
Out-of-the-Box Connectors: Numerous pre-built integrations for rapid deployment.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplified navigation and user experience.
Identity Data Warehouse: Centralized data storage for streamlined management.
Seamless Integration: Smooth connections with popular applications like Active Directory and Office 365.
Proactive Access Revocation: Preemptive measures to manage access rights.
Stability, Scalability, Flexibility: Robust performance with adaptable customization.
AI-Driven Automation: Machine learning for streamlined approval processes.
Certification & Lifecycle Management: Comprehensive tools for managing user lifecycles and access certification.
Reporting: Detailed reports for insights and compliance monitoring.

What benefits and ROI should users look for in reviews?

Centralized Account Views: Consolidated management and oversight of user accounts.
Enhanced Security Controls: Improved measures for safeguarding sensitive data.
Reduced Workload: Decreased efforts in certification and access management processes.
Effective Provisioning: Seamless and accurate granting and revoking of access rights.
Scalability and Flexibility: Ability to scale with business growth and customize per requirements.

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is deployed across various industries including finance, healthcare, and retail, offering tailored solutions for compliance, risk management, and efficient identity lifecycle management. Its integration capabilities with industry-specific applications and robust AI-driven features enhance operational efficiency and security in these sectors.

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Sample Customers

Bayer, ECCO Shoes, Vattenfall, NuStar Energy, Unicredit, Schiphol Group, BMW Group, Deutsche Leasing

Western & Southern Financial Group

Adobe, AXA Technology Services, Cuna Mutual Group, Equifax, ING Direct, Orrstown Bank, Rockwell Automation, SallieMae, Spirit Aerosystems, TEL

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