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OneTrust GRC vs RSA Archer comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 1, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.9
OneTrust GRC offers automation and value, but some users want alternatives due to limited applicability and narrow use cases.
Sentiment score
7.6
RSA Archer enhances risk management, automates processes, centralizes data, and offers customization, resulting in optimized operations and financial returns.
It relates to the effectiveness of employees and the time taken to complete tasks manually versus using the RSA system.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.0
OneTrust GRC's customer service is generally efficient and helpful, though response times and technical support ratings vary.
Sentiment score
6.3
RSA Archer is praised for approachable support, active community, but needs quicker initial responses and deeper first-level assistance.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
8.0
OneTrust GRC offers scalable cloud-based solutions suitable for large enterprises, praised for flexibility but potentially overwhelming for smaller companies.
Sentiment score
7.2
RSA Archer is scalable and adaptable but demands significant resources and expertise, suitable for large and complex environments.
Scalability depends on the number of servers, including web and service servers.
The level of scalability depends on customization and how skillful our customization team is.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.6
OneTrust GRC is highly stable with excellent uptime, minor delays, and quick issue resolution, meeting user needs effectively.
Sentiment score
6.2
RSA Archer is stable, improving with updates, but may slow during resource-intensive tasks, large databases, or peak times.
Performance issues arise mainly since it is not a core service for most organizations, so the resources provided are fewer.
The tool has stability, and it allows me to automate whatever process I have.
 

Room For Improvement

OneTrust GRC users struggle with limited automation, integration issues, and seek enhanced features beyond IT risk management.
RSA Archer requires dashboard, UI, automation, integration improvements, and better functionality, support, pricing, and training to enhance usability.
A remaining area for improvement is integration. There should be built-in integration mechanisms, for example, for organizations switching from platforms like ServiceNow to Archer, instead of custom integrations for each client.
While the AI features are emerging and the cost is comparatively low, it's not yet up to the market standard.
 

Setup Cost

Enterprise users find OneTrust GRC expensive, yet negotiable, making costs proportional to benefits for larger organizations.
RSA Archer is cost-effective for large firms but may be prohibitively expensive for smaller companies despite flexible licensing.
after comparing it with other products in the market, I would rate it around six or seven out of ten, as the price is relative.
 

Valuable Features

OneTrust GRC offers a unified privacy management platform with intuitive tools for compliance, risk tracking, and vendor assessments.
RSA Archer offers configurable modules, workflow automation, and robust risk management with user-friendly interfaces and flexible API integration.
In the banking sector, Archer has been used to automate processes such as business continuity management, transitioning from manual processes to automated systems.
This allows us to show end users and management where the issues lie and effectively demonstrate accountability and visibility in compliance.
The tool has stability, and it allows me to automate whatever process I have.
 

Categories and Ranking

OneTrust GRC
Ranking in GRC
2nd
Ranking in IT Vendor Risk Management
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
RSA Archer
Ranking in GRC
1st
Ranking in IT Vendor Risk Management
2nd
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
41
Ranking in other categories
IT Governance (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2025, in the GRC category, the mindshare of OneTrust GRC is 9.2%, up from 9.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of RSA Archer is 16.9%, down from 18.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
GRC
 

Featured Reviews

Gerald Pegg - PeerSpot reviewer
Streamlined incident management with user-friendly automation tools and responsive support
I use OneTrust specifically for incident management. For my company, I helped to create the incident management program that we currently use, particularly with gathering the information and sending out assessments to different vendors to collect information for further research and discovery.  I…
IMRAN ALMARZOOQI - PeerSpot reviewer
Automates compliance management effectively but needs improved interface and dashboards
The tool basically automates whatever processes you already have, so I cannot specify improvements in that regard. However, my main issue with Archer is the graphics. The graphics have always been lacking. I always need to depend on another tool to read information from Archer to have better dashboards. It is like using Linux, and it has a Linux mindset and interface. I want to use Archer for top management and CEOs, but it looks too technical, and the dashboards are not really friendly. They are bulky, like opening an old Nintendo system from nineteen-ninety. The management agrees that Archer lacks in terms of presentation and dashboarding. It is complex, not user-friendly, and bulky. The interface just looks old.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
14%
Computer Software Company
12%
Healthcare Company
7%
Government
7%
Educational Organization
54%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Computer Software Company
5%
Government
3%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about OneTrust GRC?
We have data from Jira regarding addiction related to Europe as well as California. Additionally, we have data related to the Indian Data Protection Bill. Therefore, GDPR compliance is highly benef...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for OneTrust GRC?
I don't have specifics on pricing. I know it's not very cheap, but the budget aspect is outside my wheelhouse.
What needs improvement with OneTrust GRC?
I wish there were more customization options, particularly within the privacy rights automation module. More customization on the backend would allow for adjusting specific category labels tailored...
What do you like most about RSA Archer?
It has various valuable features. For example, showing us if a control aligns with specific standards or frameworks helps us understand it better and verify its compliance.
What needs improvement with RSA Archer?
If the user needs to fill data, they need to go to one page and then to the next page if they can reduce the number of clicks to perform some activities and would like RSA to improve in this area. ...
What is your primary use case for RSA Archer?
I perform all of our information security management governance and risk -related activities through Archer. My organization manages all types of audits and Enterprise risk activities using Archer.
 

Comparisons

 

Also Known As

OneTrust Vendor Risk Management
Archer
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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T-Systems, Bridge Point, Equifax, First Data, Global Imaging Company, Manulife Financial
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