One Identity Safeguard vs StrongDM comparison

One Identity and StrongDM are both solutions in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category. One Identity is ranked #5 with an average rating of 7.0, while StrongDM is ranked #17 with an average rating of 9.0. One Identity holds a 3.6% mindshare in PAM, compared to StrongDM’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 93% of One Identity users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of StrongDM users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 15, 2025

One Identity Safeguard and StrongDM compete in secure access management. StrongDM appears to have the upper hand due to its flexibility and ease of integration, especially in diverse technology environments.

Features: One Identity Safeguard provides privileged access management, session monitoring, and password vaulting, which enhance security and compliance. StrongDM enables seamless access to databases, servers, and Kubernetes clusters while offering real-time audit logs and simplified user management, emphasizing its flexibility and ease of integration.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: StrongDM is noted for straightforward deployment and quick customer support, facilitating easy setup and issue resolution. One Identity Safeguard demands a more comprehensive deployment process and might require additional customer support interactions, distinguishing StrongDM's advantage in quick deployability and responsive service.

Pricing and ROI: One Identity Safeguard has higher initial setup costs due to its extensive security features, potentially leading to cost savings through long-term risk reduction. StrongDM offers competitive pricing with quicker ROI through efficient deployment and operational benefits, highlighting its balance of cost-efficiency and functionality compared to Safeguard's security investment focus.

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Categories and Ranking

One Identity Safeguard

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

5th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (8th), Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) (6th)

StrongDM

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

17th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Access Management (16th)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category, the mindshare of One Identity Safeguard is 3.6%, down from 4.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of StrongDM is 1.6%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
One Identity Safeguard	3.6%
StrongDM	1.6%
Other	94.8%

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

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Tor Nordhagen

Executive Director at Semaphore

Transparent mode for privileged sessions will greatly simplify our client's administrative situation

We're introducing the solution's transparent mode for privileged sessions. This is part of what the client hasn't used before. It will simplify their administrative situation greatly. So far, the rollout of this feature has been a seamless process, but we're still in the midst of rolling it out. The benefits will be on the risk side. Right now, the way accounts are managed, you don't necessarily know who is using an account. There's a shared admin account, and that's not a good thing. And those accounts are shared in wallets by several people. One of the real benefits of safeguarding here is that the client will have an absolute audit of who is using an administrative interface, whether it's server or network.

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reviewer2589615

Senior Data Engineer at a non-profit with 1,001-5,000 employees

Seamlessly manage cloud access with enhanced security features

I was part of the team managing the infrastructure for a small startup company. We used StrongDM to provide access to cloud private networks, control user access to databases, hosts through SSH, and Kubernetes resources StrongDM was able to replace the combination of different products we…

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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

"From my experience, the features are best for monitoring and the usage of LDAP and SSH."

"All the features are promising, but we love the reporting feature because we can get each and every report. That's a major compliance requirement. Its reporting is really amazing, and it has made life a lot easier."

"The scalability of One Identity Safeguard is perfect, scoring ten out of ten."

"Safeguard can define and update processes and procedures into the security framework of a company, including mobile. It allows us to change the policies and configurations on a mass scale in regards to security."

"One Identity Safeguard is stable and provides great performance."

"I like Safeguard's snapshot feature that enables us to review the last time an application was opened and by whom. If there are any issues, we can look behind the scenes to see what has been done. We can suspend a user's access or close off a server."

"The monitoring system is very good."

"I like the discovery functionality and the change password feature through the check-in. I also like the bulk import with the help of templates that come with it out of the box. With the help of these few features, my tasks are made easier."

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"We primarily used StrongDM for access to resources on private networks like EC2 machines, Kubernetes clusters, and various databases."

"StrongDM replaced the puzzle of different solutions with one single product, which made managing resources more efficient."

"All of the logging is handled for us, including for auditing purposes. Looking through the audit logs is not a painful experience."

Cons

"Some of the out-of-the-box reporting isn't that rich. We spoke to our Safeguard reps who have acknowledged that some of the reporting features can certainly be improved and that we're not the only customer who has cited this. There are very little out-of-the-box reporting capabilities. You have to build the queries and the report. I believe in the next release they're going to be addressing this."

"The main thing that needs improvement is the slowness. Apart from that, the change password check-in feature also needs improvement because it is not working perfectly accurately."

"Some of our users find the functionality a bit complex, and it could be made more user-friendly."

"We can't review or audit HTTP and HTTPS. This functionality should be added so that we can review and audit HTTP and HTTPS."

"Even though we have two nodes, there's no way to do an upgrade without taking everything completely offline. It would be nice if they could improve that."

"We've had issues managing accounts and access to some data saved on the servers. Accounts are granted a new working certificate daily. We have an account to do it on APIs online and sync it with that. If the path changes at some point or someone changes the password, I don't know if it's from the Active Directory or what."

"From a management point of view, it would be beneficial if One Identity Safeguard Privilege Password and One Identity Safeguard Privilege Session had a more similar interface."

"We have feature requests and would like to see the turnaround times on those features to be faster."

More One Identity Safeguard cons

"It would be beneficial to have better control and alignment between frequent updates and improved communication regarding possible negative effects on existing customer bases."

"We've had a few issues with the stability of this product in the past."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"They have comparable pricing. All identity products are essentially priced in a similar way. It's a per-user base."

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

"Its subscription cost is too much, and sometimes, it is very difficult to pitch the solution to the management for cost approval. If the cost is reduced a little bit, it would be easier. If its cost was less, many other organizations that currently cannot afford it would be able to use this technology. I'm sure many organizations around the globe are having issues with identity management, and it is a very difficult task for IT to manage privileged accounts."

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

"It is more expensive than Secret Server but way less expensive than CyberArk. As a customer, I would like the pricing to be lower, but it has a good price point."

"One Identity Safeguard is expensive and the cost goes up as we scale."

"Our licensing costs are on a yearly basis."

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"The licensing is per user per month."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

22%

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

Government

Computer Software Company

24%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Leisure / Travel Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	19

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about One Identity Safeguard?

The identity discovery is good, and the performance is pretty good value.

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

The pricing of One Identity Safeguard is fairly priced and cheaper than other solutions of the same enterprise level. It provides a good cost-benefit ratio.

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What needs improvement with One Identity Safeguard?

There is room for improvement in integration between modules. The native integration between SPP and SPS, which is currently based on a plugin, could be enhanced. Customization for lookup passwords...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for StrongDM?

The leadership chose StrongDM after comparative research, which suggests economic benefits. It was mentioned that while the product is rapidly gaining features, it might become cost-prohibitive for...

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What needs improvement with StrongDM?

It would be beneficial to have better control and alignment between frequent updates and improved communication regarding possible negative effects on existing customer bases. Also, documentation s...

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What is your primary use case for StrongDM?

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Comparisons

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Compared 11% of the time

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Compared 10% of the time

One Identity Cloud PAM Essentials vs One Identity Safeguard

Compared 7% of the time

Delinea Secret Server vs One Identity Safeguard

Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 41% of the time

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Compared 25% of the time

Teleport vs StrongDM

Compared 21% of the time

KeeperPAM vs StrongDM

Compared 13% of the time

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Overview

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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StrongDM offers an innovative solution for managing infrastructure access, focusing on security and compliance while ensuring streamlined operations.

StrongDM simplifies infrastructure access by unifying management and auditing capabilities. It provides a seamless way for organizations to quickly secure sensitive data across all environments, enhancing access control without compromising efficiency. With a focus on integrating access data and compliance requirements, StrongDM is designed to meet the needs of security-conscious organizations.

What are standout features of StrongDM?

Access Management: Centralizes access control, reducing complexity.
Auditability: Offers detailed logs for thorough audit trails.
Compliance Support: Ensures compliance with industry standards.
Scalability: Adapts to changes in infrastructure effortlessly.

What are the benefits of choosing StrongDM?

Enhanced Security: Reports show improved security postures.
Efficiency Gains: Users experience reduced time in access management.
Improved Compliance: Facilitates meeting regulatory requirements.
Cost Effectiveness: Invests in reducing potential data breaches.

In finance and healthcare industries, StrongDM is often implemented to safeguard sensitive information, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. It provides an agile approach to access management, which is critical for sectors dealing with confidential data and strict compliance mandates.

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