Delinea Secret Server vs ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus comparison

Delinea and ManageEngine are both solutions in the Enterprise Password Managers category. Delinea is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.1, while ManageEngine is ranked #15 with an average rating of 9.0. Delinea holds a 6.5% mindshare in EPM, compared to ManageEngine’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 90% of Delinea users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of ManageEngine users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 16, 2024

Delinea Secret Server and ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus are key players in secure data management. Delinea's advantages include pricing and support, while ManageEngine's feature-rich package is a draw for many users.

Features: Delinea Secret Server provides features such as enterprise-level password management, robust access controls, and secret expiry reporting. ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus excels with self-service password reset, account unlock capabilities, and wide options for multifactor authentication.

Room for Improvement: Delinea Secret Server could enhance discovery service capabilities, improve secret attachments, and expand custom reporting options. ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus may benefit from improved monitoring features, more advanced deployment options, and customization flexibility.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Delinea Secret Server offers a simple deployment process with comprehensive customer service, facilitating fast implementation. In contrast, ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus allows flexible deployment options and exceptional support focusing on user guidance during setup.

Pricing and ROI: Delinea Secret Server may involve higher upfront costs but promises significant ROI for those needing extensive security measures. ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus provides lower initial costs with favorable ROI due to its cost-effective integration and immediate usability.

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Categories and Ranking

Delinea Secret Server

Ranking in Enterprise Password Managers

4th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Privileged Access Management (PAM) (2nd)

ManageEngine ADSelfService ...

Ranking in Enterprise Password Managers

15th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Enterprise Password Managers category, the mindshare of Delinea Secret Server is 6.5%, down from 6.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus is 0.5%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Enterprise Password Managers Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Delinea Secret Server	6.5%
ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus	0.5%
Other	93.0%

Enterprise Password Managers

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Reena Bhardwaj

Senior Quality Analyst at YASH Technologies

Has improved credential security with remote password change and role-based access

I have not faced any significant issues with Delinea Secret Server during this period of time, but we had a problem with a web password filler, which is a template used for accessing a web URL using Secret Server, where we faced some session management issues since session management is not applicable for the web password filler. This should be the improvement that we require from Delinea Secret Server. The session management is not applicable in this case; we can manage the session and have session management inside the remote systems within the organization. However, when it comes to web-related access, we can access directly through Delinea Secret Server. We can access any URL through Secret Server, but the problem is that the session cannot be managed on the web URL due to it having multiple systems. I do not have any other recommendations regarding the improvement of Delinea Secret Server at this time.

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Hussein Taha

IT Enterprise System Administrator at Nafeza

Provides wide options for multifactor authentication with very simple implementation

We struggled with the end users because most don't have the required IT background. They needed password resets for emails and accounts in the active directory. This created an issue for the help desk, and the system and ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus gave us a QR solution for the end users. Once an account is set up, you scan the QR code through Google authentication, Microsoft authentication or any program that can authenticate with the QR. You'll automatically generate a code that gives the port to reset or unlock your account very easily.

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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 ability to give some groups access to different kind of databases with the storage of a password is the most valuable feature."

"I like that it is Windows-based. It is good that primarily, it is not an appliance. Some of the other applications in the space, such as a Quest Software CPAM or a Safeguard, are appliances, so you can't deploy the ends of them. With Thycotic, you can either install your Temporal Protection module physically in the VM host, or you can use BouncyCastle for high-security module capabilities."

"The secret template, password rotation, and recording sessions are the most valuable."

"The ease of granting access to a secret without having to share the actual password and the password rotation were the main features I found effective for password management."

"The privileged access management, which is the Safe Access Model is the most valuable feature."

"Delinea Secret Server is a cost-effective solution."

"The most valuable feature is session monitoring."

"It is able to manage storage and use of personal passwords."

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"It's very simple to manage and implement. Its functions are straightforward. You get all the basic features, such as you get the option to unlock the user account if it is locked. You can enforce password policies, and you also have the option to allow them to reset their passwords if they forget it. These were the basic requirements of my company that we could achieve through this product."

"Having multifactor authentication in Windows machines."

"The solution enables agents to reset their passwords."

"The solution provides wide options for multifactor authentication."

"Due to ransomware and novel threats, we can no longer allow people to gain domain admin access to our servers with only a username and password. With MFA, they must supply a one-time password sent to them via some authenticator, like Microsoft or Google Authenticator. It could be a text message."

"The most valuable feature is the ability for remote users to change their login credentials using their mobile devices."

"Monitoring is one of the most valuable features for us."

"One of the most valuable features is the self-service capability. I"

Cons

"The solution could be more user-friendly."

"We could definitely use some help with API tokenization. If we had a way to store tokens that would be fabulous."

"I formerly used only one service: the remote server. For example, I connected to the Active Directory user and the computer's console. But now, I need to do a remote connection to the domain controller. Maybe it only connects to that tool, the Active Directory users, and the computer management console, but not to the domain controller. Another thing Delinea could add is multi-factor authentication."

"When Delinea upgrades the tool, it rejects our password, saying that it is not compliant and strong."

"We always ask for partner enablement, which is more like a soft requirement rather than a product requirement. It would be great if they can provide us deeper knowledge of their products for integration."

"The main concern is that Delinea Secret Server is not suitable for modern technology."

"An area for improvement in Delinea Secret Server is its integration with ICAP servers."

"The API is no good."

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"There is a lack of specific information provided by the analytics portion of the software."

"The registration process could be improved. It should be easier for users to register for the service."

"The price must be reduced."

"Could be simplified, not user-friendly."

"We need more reports for visualization."

"The worst part is that the solution can only be installed or updated on a device if it is physically connected to the local network."

"They could improve their security of the products to prevent vulnerabilities."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It isn't terribly expensive."

"The pricing is standard in this business and we have no complaints about it."

"There is an annual license needed to use Delinea Secret Server."

"The tool's pricing is expensive."

"It is very expensive, and its price should be lower."

"They are priced quite well."

"Compared to other solutions, Delinea Secret Server is competitively priced but on the higher side."

"Most customers opt for a yearly license."

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"Using this solution costs us about $1,200 USD per year."

"You purchase the license for one time, and you can use it for a lifetime. The only thing is that in order to get support, you need to upgrade your product to the latest solution. You need to keep a support contract with them for which you have to pay some amount. It's a very small amount for renewing their support contract. Overall, it's very cost-effective."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Government

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	20
Midsize Enterprise	10
Large Enterprise	25

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	2
Large Enterprise	2

Questions from the Community

Looking for recommendations and a pros/cons template for software to detect insider threats

This is an inside-out --- outside-in --- inside-in question, as an insider can be an outsider as well. There is no short answer other than a blend of a PAM tool with Behavioral Analytics and Endpo...

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What do you like most about Thycotic Password Reset Server?

The "App to App" feature has been most impactful. It allows secure communication between applications without requiring direct user access, which is crucial for several applications.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Thycotic Password Reset Server?

The price of Delinea Secret Server is okay, however, the solution is considered expensive when compared to others.

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What needs improvement with ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus?

The price must be reduced. The cost must depend on the number of nodes.

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What is your primary use case for ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus?

We use the solution to reset passwords automatically. It is useful for companies that have many employees.

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What advice do you have for others considering ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus?

We can get a certification on the solution. We never had to contact support. It is a simple application. We also use a tool to decrease the number of incidents. I will recommend the tool to others....

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Also Known As

Thycotic Secret Server, Delinea Password Reset Server

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Overview

Secret Server is a fully-featured Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution available both on premise and in the cloud. It empowers security and IT ops teams to secure and manage all types of privileged accounts and offers the fastest time to value of any PAM solution.

Delinea

ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus is a secure, web-based, end-user password reset management program. This software helps domain users to perform self service password reset , self service account unlock and employee self update of personal details(e.g telephone numbers,etc) in Microsoft Windows Active Directory. Administrators find it easy to automate password resets, account unlocks while managing optimizing the expenses associated with helpdesk calls.

ManageEngine

Sample Customers

Secure-24, University of San Diego, International Rescue Committee, San Francisco Ballet, Perkins Coie, University of San Diego, D.S.S. Limited, Turbo's Hoet, Eclipse Computing, Cathay Bank, Stellarise, J&R Consulting

TEL U.S. Holdings Inc, Henson Group, CAMH, HPE, HubSpot, Hitachi, IBM, Accenture, Capgemini, Apogee, Symantec

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