SailPoint Identity Security Cloud vs Salesforce Identity comparison

The compared SailPoint and Salesforce solutions aren't in the same category. SailPoint is ranked #2 in UP , with an average rating of 8.2, and holds a 32.1% mindshare in the category. Salesforce is ranked #3 in MI , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 16.7% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of SailPoint users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Salesforce users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

SailPoint Identity Security...

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (2nd), Identity Management (IM) (1st), Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) (2nd), SaaS Management Platforms (1st), Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) (1st)

Salesforce Identity

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Mobile Identity (3rd), Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) (9th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Security Software solutions, they serve different purposes. SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is designed for User Provisioning Software and holds a mindshare of 32.1%, up 29.6% compared to last year.
Salesforce Identity, on the other hand, focuses on Mobile Identity, holds 16.7% mindshare.

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Mitch MO

Identity Life Cycle Lead IAM Identity Access Management Specialist at Desjardins

Adapts workflows with industry-specific flexibility for big companies

We find flexibility to be one of the most valuable features. The solution can be customized to adapt the workflow to our industry, offering considerable flexibility. Additionally, it is considered a good solution for large companies due to its scalability and ability to cater to the needs of many customers. It has also enhanced security and provided significant flexibility for our specifications module.

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Mitesh (Mitesh) Kumar

Salesforce Project Delivery Manager at Techforce Services Pty Ltd

Adheres to the data privacy regulations of each region, easy to learn and offers strong security features

The single sign-on feature of Salesforce Identity enhances our organization's security posture overall. For example, I recently implemented Identity for a fashion brand in Canada. They were using GitGuard before. From my experience, I saw a lot of complexities with GitGuard, especially when developing core integrations. Salesforce Identity was much easier. We replaced it in a month which took them six months to build. It saves time, and it's very secure. You need permissions for any operation, and data is protected when switching between apps. Salesforce Identity supports compliance with data protection and privacy regulations. Salesforce adheres to the data privacy regulations of each region. The data is always encrypted, and their security is very strong. Even with access, you can't break into the system due to their security settings. It definitely obeys regulations regarding data security.

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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

"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 solution is one of the main security products you need to control access and have visibility into what's happening in your organization. It helps with managing access to applications, ensuring governance, and obtaining certifications."

"The big one now is that they're adding AI and machine learning to figure out automated approvals and make recommendations to their reviewers. So, if I bring up Doug McPherson and it says he has access to this application, the system will make a review based on peer group analysis. That's one of the biggest new things. The problem used to be that people would get everything loaded on, and they created too much work for themselves. Now, they can use these policies and start to let the machine pick the less risky things."

"The access certification feature is valuable."

"The initial setup isn't so difficult."

"This solution is great for providing control access across your environment."

"SailPoint IdentityIQ has a good and straightforward user interface. They also have a lot of resources and documentation available to understand the process."

"Good life cycle management, segregation of duties, and analytics features."

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"The user experience was great because it had all the features that the client needed. It was fully customized for the client, and it was very simple. It was the best solution at that time."

"The solution is very easy to understand."

"The most valuable features are the pipeline management, being able to track the pipeline anytime, and the ability to get in touch with our high management team or board members."

"Salesforce Identity is a very user-friendly solution."

"The single sign-on feature of Salesforce Identity enhances our organization's security posture overall."

Cons

"The mover process for this solution could be improved."

"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."

"The cost of this solution is high. The technical assistance center could be improved. They're very good, but considering the intricacies of the solution, they can further improve."

"There are more functionalities in the Cloud that could be explored."

"We faced some issues while integrating the solution with a third-party tool."

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

"The UI needs to be more user friendly. More concentration on historical policy violations would be great. In terms of new features, I would like to see artificial intelligence and machine language added."

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

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"The interface should be simplified and the dashboard has a lot of options but could be improved."

"The product is slow."

"Salesforce could make it more user-friendly and easier to implement. Currently, there's a lot of coding and technical work required. I would appreciate a more plug-and-play approach where you could set it up without needing a dedicated technical person."

"Salesforce Identity needs more expertise in the application."

"The most wanted feature on such platforms nowadays is artificial intelligence, especially for marketing activities. This is also my area of expertise, so it would be very interesting to see AI in these platforms."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"They are expensive."

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

"It's difficult to say that the solution saved costs because it is quite expensive."

"SailPoint is expensive compared to its competitors. It's one of the most expensive products, so I'd rate it as one out of five, cost-wise."

"SailPoint is higher in price as compared to Saviynt. The initial cost of SailPoint is very high. There are additional costs to the standard licensing fees."

"The licensing fees are on a yearly basis."

"We pay an annual licensing cost for SailPoint IdentityIQ."

"Its price is okay. It provides good value for money. It is subscription-based. You can go for a one-year or three-year subscription."

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"On a scale of one to ten, where one is a very low price and ten is a very high price, I rate Salesforce Identity's pricing a six out of ten."

"I'd recommend Salesforce for larger products where you really need a robust CRM. It's expensive, so for smaller websites or products, it might not be the most cost-effective solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

16%

Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Healthcare Company

Financial Services Firm

17%

Manufacturing Company

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Questions from the Community

How does Sailpoint IdentityIQ compare with CyberArk PAM?

We evaluated Sailpoint IdentityIQ before ultimately choosing CyberArk. Sailpoint Identity Platform is a solution to manage risks in cloud enterprise environments. It automates and streamlines the 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 using the open source framework is a good option.

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What do you like most about Salesforce Identity?

The single sign-on feature of Salesforce Identity enhances our organization's security posture overall.

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What needs improvement with Salesforce Identity?

The product is slow.

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What is your primary use case for Salesforce Identity?

We get network-related cases on Salesforce Identity and work on them.

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

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Also Known As

IdentityIQ, IdentityNow, Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management, Intello

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Overview

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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Salesforce Identity provides a single, trusted identity for employees, partners, and customers, so that you can manage apps, users, and data sharing with simplicity and transparency.

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Sample Customers

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

SAP, Microsoft, Workday, Servicenow, ADP, Google Apps, box, Oracle

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