BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management vs Sectona Privileged Access Management comparison

BeyondTrust and Sectona are both solutions in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category. BeyondTrust is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.0, while Sectona is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.0. BeyondTrust holds a 3.8% mindshare in PAM, compared to Sectona’s 1.0% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of BeyondTrust users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Sectona users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 6, 2024

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management and Sectona Privileged Access Management are key players in the privileged access solutions market. User feedback suggests Sectona holds an upper hand due to its comprehensive feature set, while BeyondTrust is favored for its cost-effectiveness and efficient support.

Features: BeyondTrust is known for its seamless integration with other security tools, granular policy settings for endpoint privilege management, and competitive pricing aligned with effective support. Sectona offers comprehensive session monitoring, robust auditing functions, and customizable workflows, making it suitable for enterprises in need of stringent security controls.

Room for Improvement: BeyondTrust could enhance its reporting capabilities, which can be cumbersome. It also faces challenges in usability and user interface design, where further refinement could benefit users. Some users suggest improvements in BeyondTrust's scalability options. Sectona, on the other hand, encounters criticism for its initial setup complications and steep learning curve. Users also mention the potential for more intuitive documentation and a more guided user experience during deployment.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: BeyondTrust stands out with straightforward cloud deployment and responsive customer support. Sectona offers a versatile deployment model, but may require more detailed technical support for installation and troubleshooting. Users have noted that Sectona's technical team provides valuable assistance but could benefit from more streamlined support processes.

Pricing and ROI: BeyondTrust typically requires a lower initial investment, making it attractive for budget-conscious organizations. Sectona's higher upfront cost is often considered justified by users due to its extensive feature set and long-term security benefits, which are perceived to offer a better ROI. Users suggest that while BeyondTrust offers upfront cost savings, Sectona's features can translate into significant returns over time with proper utilization.

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Categories and Ranking

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privil...

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

7th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Anti-Malware Tools (12th)

Sectona Privileged Access M...

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

18th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

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Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category, the mindshare of BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management is 3.8%, down from 4.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sectona Privileged Access Management is 1.0%, up from 0.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management	3.8%
Sectona Privileged Access Management	1.0%
Other	95.2%

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Featured Reviews

Md Abdul Hakim

System Engineer at Corporate Projukti Limited

Offers solid performance and user adaptability but needs better pricing options and local support

BeyondTrust is a strong, compliance-driven solution with excellent market recognition (Gartner, Peers, etc.), making it appealing for Bangladeshi enterprises. However, some key improvements could accelerate adoption: Areas for Improvement: Pricing & Local Affordability While the product’s capabilities justify its value, cost remains a barrier for many Bangladeshi organizations. Competitive pricing or regional discounts would make it more accessible. Local Support & Partnerships Currently, lack of local partners or trainers creates delays in support, implementation, and pricing negotiations. Establishing a Bangladesh-based support team or authorized resellers would improve responsiveness and trust. Enhanced Onboarding & Training Offering localized training programs (in Bengali/English) and documentation would help IT teams deploy and manage the solution more efficiently. Recommendations for Next Release: Introduce tiered pricing for emerging markets like Bangladesh. Develop a partner network in Bangladesh for faster service and sales. Add simplified dashboards for easier monitoring by non-technical staff. Final Note: BeyondTrust is already a top-tier PAM solution, but addressing these gaps would solidify its leadership in Bangladesh’s growing cybersecurity market.

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Pankaj-Mishra

Senior IT Security Engineer at Mahindra Group

Effective risk management, feature of recording all privileged user activities in a compressed format but limited SaaS capability

There are some areas where the GUI could be improved to make it easier to find and update privileged settings and policies. For example, when creating a PAM policy for Privileged, some of the scroll boxes are difficult to navigate. It would be easier if there were one-click options for checking and unchecking boxes rather than having to scroll down and select individual items. This would make the GUI more user-friendly for administrators and SOC teams. So, I would like to see the GUI made more user-friendly, especially for administrators and SOC teams. In future releases, I would like to be able to manage Sectona PAM by location. For example, I'm the global headquarters lead in India, and we have 200 locations around the world. I would like to be able to create sub-locations, so that when I click on support for a location, the configuration is separate. However, the monitoring should still be at the parent level.

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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 asset discovery feature is the solution's most valuable aspect. It's very easy to pull assets into the database of the solution manager."

"Technical support is good."

"The privileged access and the application control are helpful in making sure we have good, robust challenge responses. Blacklisting with trusted application protection is also beneficial for us."

"I find the comprehensive Privilege Access Management features valuable, including automation, and the ability to integrate with applications and the Windows operating system."

"The tool is easy to use and deploy. It has PAM capabilities like privilege access. The solution helps with the management of third parties and vendors. It is an effective solution compared to other alternatives."

"I find the solution’s features like section management, password management, and analytics valuable."

"The user experience is good, and there are many preconfigured platforms."

"Overall, I would rate this solution a nine out of ten."

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"A key factor for my company is support, and Sectona Privileged Access Management has good support. Another valuable feature of Sectona Privileged Access Management is that it's easy to onboard."

"The most valuable feature of Sectona Privileged Access Management for protecting Privileged accounts is its built-in launcher. Additionally, the single sign-on capability is good. Sectona's session recording feature is particularly noteworthy because it utilizes minimal storage. Instead of recording entire sessions, it captures activity only when necessary, optimizing storage space."

"The most valuable features of Sectona Privileged Access Management include robust session monitoring for privileged users."

"The most valuable feature is the risk management. When a Privileged user performs a certain command, such as running a script, the system highlights it in the risk management section as high, critical, or medium risk."

Cons

"We use a program to automate all of this, but it's not a default feature of BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management."

"Reports to the end user."

"Improvements could focus on adding more AI features to automate processes that are currently manual or challenging for end users."

"There are three types of endpoints. If we need to use them in the solution, then we need to purchase the licenses separately. The tool needs to improve its licensing."

"The other area to improve is that they rely on MS SQL servers only. You cannot have any other database behind them. They have to be on MS SQL. If they can do something about these issues, this would be a better alternative for some customers."

"The deployment process should be clarified or made simpler. It would be helpful if the solution had in-app tutorials for users to look at as they progress through the system. Sometimes we get lost and need to go back to check what exactly the function was. There should be small hints around major key functions. It would go a long way in speeding up the deployment process."

"How the accounts are presented in the solution's UI can be improved."

"If they improve their price in Bangladesh, since they do not have local partners or local trainers, clients or integrators find it difficult to reach BeyondTrust for support, service, and price quotation."

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"Sectona Privileged Access Management needs to improve its stability. It needs to enhance the product's stability because of frequent updates. This is crucial for a solution like Privileged Access Management, as organizations rely on stability. When it becomes unstable, it causes panic."

"Sectona needs to think about SaaS solutions and cloud use cases. For example, we need to be able to integrate Sectona PAM with next-generation applications such as Docker and Lambda, as well as ITD pipelines that use privileged user data."

"As I don't have at least one to two years of experience with Sectona Privileged Access Management, I cannot share areas for improvement in the solution. To me, Sectona Privileged Access Management has reasonable pricing, but it could still be improved. I'm also unsure if Sectona Privileged Access Management could cover the requirements of large-sized companies, but for small-sized to medium-sized companies, I'd recommend the solution."

"I would like to see future updates include robust support for cloud environments as organizations increasingly move towards cloud-based solutions."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."

"It was very expensive."

"I'm sure everyone should have the cluster environment, which means more expensive, anyway, cheaper than the other solutions."

"Price-wise, it is very competitive. In our area, government entities and banks don't go for the monthly payment. It is a headache even for us in terms of finance and procurement to go for monthly payments. Quarterly might be more logical and reasonable, but the minimum that we go for is one year, and sometimes, we even try to compile and give one offering for three years."

"Its pricing and licensing are okay. We were in the perpetual model when it was on-prem, and now, with the SaaS service, we have a subscription model. As a customer, I would always like to see a lower price, but it seems to be priced at the right model currently, and we are trying to get the maximum benefits out of it."

"The product’s licensing is different for Windows, Linux, and Mac. The tool’s licensing is yearly."

"It is relatively more cost-effective compared to the competing product."

"The solution's pricing is high."

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"The licensing cost for Sectona Privileged Access Management is reasonable, though I cannot share the figure because that's confidential information. I'm not paying for additional costs because the current license covers my requirements. I'd rate the pricing for Sectona Privileged Access Management a three on a scale of one to five."

"Sectona Privileged Access Management's pricing is relatively cheaper and aggressive. It is affordable, especially for the Indian market and globally. Compared to competitors, Sectona offers a very good price range."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

17%

Computer Software Company

15%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Government

Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Healthcare Company

11%

Construction Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	15
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	15

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Questions from the Community

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What do you like most about BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management?

The solution's least privilege enforcement has helped us ensure access is given to only the required people.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management?

BeyondTrust's pricing is premium but negotiable for Bangladesh. Expect 20-30% extra costs from currency/import factors. Start with modular licensing (EPM first), demand emerging market discounts, a...

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What do you like most about Sectona Privileged Access Management?

The most valuable feature of Sectona Privileged Access Management for protecting Privileged accounts is its built-in launcher. Additionally, the single sign-on capability is good. Sectona's session...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sectona Privileged Access Management?

Sectona Privileged Access Management's pricing is relatively cheaper and aggressive. It is affordable, especially for the Indian market and globally. Compared to competitors, Sectona offers a very ...

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What needs improvement with Sectona Privileged Access Management?

Sectona Privileged Access Management needs to improve its stability. It needs to enhance the product's stability because of frequent updates. This is crucial for a solution like Privileged Access M...

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Also Known As

BeyondTrust PowerBroker, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Windows, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Mac, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Linux, BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management for Unix, Avecto Defendpoint

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Overview

BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management enables organizations to mitigate attacks by removing excess privileges on Windows, Mac, Unix/Linux and networked devices. Remove excessive end user privileges and control applications on Windows, Mac, Unix, Linux, and networked devices without hindering end-user productivity.

Key Solutions Include:

-ENTERPRISE PASSWORD SECURITY

Discover, manage and monitor all privileged accounts and SSH keys, secure privileged assets, and report on all privileged account activity in a single solution.

-ENDPOINT LEAST PRIVILEGE

Enforce least privilege across all Windows and Mac endpoints, gain visibility into target system vulnerabilities, and control access to privileged applications without disrupting user productivity or compromising security.

-SERVER PRIVILEGE MANAGEMENT

Gain control and visibility over Unix, Linux and Windows server user activity without sharing the root or administrator account.

-A SINGLE PLATFORM FOR MANAGEMENT, POLICY, REPORTING AND THREAT ANALYTICS

Utilize a single solution to manage PAM policies and deployment, understand vulnerability and threat analytics, and provide reporting to multiple stakeholders and complementary security systems.

Learn more at https://www.beyondtrust.com/privilege-management

BeyondTrust

Sectona is a Privileged Access Management company that helps enterprises mitigate risk of targeted attacks to privileged accounts spread across data centers and cloud. Sectona delivers integrated privilege management components for securing dynamic remote workforce access across on-premises or cloud workloads, endpoints and machine to machine communication.

Sectona with its light, integrated approach provides a single console for securing passwords & secrets in embedded vault, secure access with cross-platform access technology & manage privileges over endpoints.

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Sample Customers

Aera Energy LLC, Care New England, James Madison University

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