SailPoint Identity Security Cloud vs Salesforce Identity comparison

The compared SailPoint and Salesforce solutions aren't in the same category. SailPoint is ranked #1 in IGA , with an average rating of 8.4, and holds a 30.9% mindshare in the category. Salesforce is ranked #3 in MI , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 16.8% mindshare. Additionally, 97% 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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Executive Summary

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

SailPoint Identity Security...

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Provisioning Software (2nd), Identity Management (IM) (2nd), Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) (3rd), SaaS Management Platforms (1st), Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) (2nd), Identity Governance Administration (IGA) (1st)

Salesforce Identity

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Mobile Identity (3rd), Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) (10th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Security Software solutions, they serve different purposes. SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is designed for Identity Governance Administration (IGA) and holds a mindshare of 30.9%, down 39.8% compared to last year.
Salesforce Identity, on the other hand, focuses on Mobile Identity, holds 16.8% mindshare, down 33.3% since last year.

Identity Governance Administration (IGA) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
SailPoint Identity Security Cloud	30.9%
Saviynt Identity Cloud	18.7%
Omada Identity	12.1%
Other	38.300000000000004%

Identity Governance Administration (IGA)

Mobile Identity Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Salesforce Identity	16.8%
Oracle Identity Governance	20.5%
MicroStrategy Usher	17.2%
Other	45.5%

Mobile Identity

Featured Reviews

Narayanan D

Principle at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

User access management excels but needs enhancements with integration capabilities

I was aware of that because I used to manage these solutions earlier on, but it was purchased by the Procurement team, so I was not involved in any of those.There are certain details I may not be able to disclose currently, but we can speak in general about a number of products and tools that are ongoing. I have not been using access management controls here, so I don't have the latest features or details or hands-on experience in that space. I cannot share all the details about the improvements in security operations since we were exploring some products, but I'm familiar with Saviynt as I was one of their partners for other solutions, and currently, I cannot disclose a lot of performance related to my current roles.

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NavinJacob

Chief Digital Officer at Cipher7

Structured operations and analytics have transformed how my teams manage customers and sales

I see room for improvement regarding financial operations and FinOps. If they are not being controlled correctly, Salesforce billings can get huge. They charge for everything: license costs, storage costs, and transaction costs, and it can really end up blowing budgets if it is not controlled. Those controls should be something that is easy to manage. With Salesforce, it is pretty difficult to manage unless you are a very advanced user. Normal regular users may not be able to keep the costs in control. This ends up resulting in bill shocks where you suddenly receive a bill which you may not be expecting.

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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

"Security and administration for any new/current access."

"I think the certification module is perhaps one of the most valuable features."

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

"It is a stable tool, which we run in our complex environment."

"For my company, SailPoint IdentityIQ is a very important solution, especially because it's automated, and there's a huge audit and risk issue here in Brazil."

"The most powerful feature of the solution is its platform-based approach. Unlike other solutions, this tool offers a high level of customization. It is an open and flexible platform, allowing users to tailor it to their needs. This ability to customize and adapt the solution to individual requirements makes the solution stand out as a powerful product."

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

"The most valuable feature for our customers and for us is the identity data warehouse."

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"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."

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

"The best features of Salesforce Platform that I appreciate are that it is very configurable and easy for both developers as well as customers to use."

"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."

"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 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, making it the best solution at that time."

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

"The solution is very easy to understand."

Cons

"The solution's technical support team's response time and skills need improvement since it is an area where there are shortcomings."

"Some setups should be done in the interface and in the code, and could be made simpler."

"Compared to at least one other product some of the administrative tasks could be easier or more intuitive."

"It is not readily available and cannot be downloaded from the net."

"Some setups should be done in the interface and in the code, and could be made simpler."

"The connector for EPIC, ServiceNow, and Duo."

"The solution needs to have more out-of-the-box integration with different applications and solutions."

"I would rate the vendor support around five out of ten. Sometimes, the support is slow, and they often suggest resorting to expert services."

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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."

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

"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."

"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."

"The most wanted feature on such platforms nowadays is artificial intelligence, especially for marketing activities."

"Salesforce Identity needs more expertise in the application."

Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"SailPoint IdentityIQ is highly-priced, and I rate it an eight out of ten for pricing."

"You are able to get discounts if you plan to use the tool for the long-term i.e. discounts for 5+ years of usage."

"It is affordable licensing."

"As per my knowledge, it runs on a paid partnership model, but I am not sure about it."

"This is an expensive solution. I would rate it a two and a half out of five for pricing."

"The solution is not cheap."

"SailPoint IdentityIQ is too expensive for small and medium companies. It is an expensive product."

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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

17%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Educational Organization

Financial Services Firm

25%

Manufacturing Company

Hospitality Company

Retailer

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	42

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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 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 SailPoint IdentityNow?

It significantly reduces the workload for certification processes.

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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?

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What is your primary use case for Salesforce Identity?

My overall experience in this current field I am working spans different areas. One area is for service management, contact centers, BPOs, and customer relationship management. Others are for sales...

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Compared 10% of the time

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Compared 7% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

One Identity Manager vs SailPoint Identity Security Cloud

Compared 4% of the time

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Compared 31% of the time

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Compared 12% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 8% 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 is known for its user-friendly interface, high-level automation, and a wide range of pre-built connectors, making it flexible for workflow customization and robust identity lifecycle management with AI integration.

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud provides strong security features such as provisioning and certification, enhanced by AI and machine learning. It effectively manages user access, roles, and governance across environments. The platform offers scalability, comprehensive documentation, and seamless integration with third-party solutions. Despite its high cost and complex configuration, it is designed to meet enterprise needs in application provisioning, access management, and lifecycle management. Cloud and on-premises deployments are supported.

What are the key features of SailPoint Identity Security Cloud?

User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive and simple to navigate for effective management.
Robust Automation: Automates identity lifecycle processes efficiently.
Out-of-the-Box Connectors: Extensive connectors available for rapid integration.
AI and Machine Learning: Integrates AI for smarter provisioning and certification.
Flexible Customization: Tailors workflows and identity management as needed.

What benefits can users expect when evaluating SailPoint Identity Security Cloud?

Scalability: Easily scales with the growing needs of enterprises.
Comprehensive Governance: Ensures thorough compliance and governance measures.
Seamless Integration: Supports easy integration with third-party applications.
High-Level Security: Protects data with robust security features.
Regulatory Compliance: Facilitates adherence to regulatory requirements.

SailPoint Identity Security Cloud is employed across industries for application provisioning and identity access management, supporting onboarding, offboarding, and role management. It addresses the needs of cloud and on-premises environments, providing centralized control and compliance assistance for account administration in enterprises.

SailPoint

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.

Salesforce

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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