Compare AWS Single Sign-On and Okta 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.0% of reviews)
Mid-Market (52.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$6.00 1 User per month
AWS Single Sign-On
Star Rating
(24)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about AWS Single Sign-OnOkta
Star Rating
(1,220)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (52.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$6.00 1 User per month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Okta excels in user experience, particularly with its intuitive interface that makes navigating applications seamless. Users appreciate how all applications appear as easy-to-find tiles after a single login, eliminating the need to remember multiple passwords.
- Users say that Okta's implementation process is notably quick and straightforward, with many highlighting the effective onboarding wizard that simplifies setup. In contrast, AWS Single Sign-On has received feedback indicating that its setup can be more challenging, which may lead to longer implementation times.
- According to verified reviews, Okta stands out for its robust security features, including multi-factor authentication and user lifecycle management. Users have praised its reliability and the strong security foundation it provides, making it a preferred choice for organizations prioritizing security.
- Reviewers mention that while AWS Single Sign-On offers fine-grained control over user permissions and strong monitoring capabilities, it may not match Okta's overall ease of use. Users have noted that Okta's user-friendly design enhances daily operations, making it easier to manage access across various applications.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Okta's support quality is consistently rated higher than AWS Single Sign-On, with users appreciating the responsive and helpful customer service. This aspect is crucial for organizations that require reliable support during critical operations.
- Users indicate that while AWS Single Sign-On is effective for managing SSO across multiple AWS accounts, it lacks the comprehensive integration capabilities that Okta offers. Okta's ability to integrate smoothly with a wide range of applications is a significant advantage for businesses looking for a versatile identity management solution.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AWS Single Sign-On
No pricing availableOkta
Starter
$6.00
1 User per month
Starting your Identity journey? Put a strong foundation in place.
- Universal Directory
- Workflows - 5 flows
- Single Sign-On
Free Trial
AWS Single Sign-On
No trial information availableOkta
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
15
9.3
899
Ease of Use
8.8
15
9.3
924
Ease of Setup
7.0
5
8.9
425
Ease of Admin
8.7
5
9.0
200
Quality of Support
8.5
11
8.9
672
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
5
8.9
194
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
15
8.8
873
Features by Category
Authentication Options
9.7
11
9.3
468
9.3
10
9.3
59
9.5
11
9.3
448
9.2
10
9.3
51
9.1
9
9.2
298
9.5
10
9.2
287
Access Control Types
9.1
9
9.2
321
9.2
10
9.2
345
9.1
9
9.2
355
9.0
8
9.0
258
9.6
9
9.0
271
Administration
9.4
9
9.1
284
9.3
9
9.2
322
9.1
9
9.1
278
8.9
9
9.1
346
10.0
8
9.2
320
Platform
9.7
10
9.2
323
9.3
7
9.2
287
9.5
11
9.2
321
9.6
9
9.0
262
9.1
9
8.9
255
9.4
8
8.9
252
9.3
9
9.0
268
User on/off Boarding
Not enough data
9.1
96
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
94
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
96
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
98
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.4
93
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
86
|
Verified
User Maintenance
Not enough data
9.3
106
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
88
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
80
|
Verified
Governance
Not enough data
9.0
83
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
83
|
Verified
Administration
Not enough data
8.9
87
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
99
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
92
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
87
|
Verified
Network Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
34
Not enough data
9.1
33
Security
Not enough data
9.3
35
Not enough data
9.2
37
Not enough data
9.1
32
Not enough data
9.2
37
Identity Management
Not enough data
9.2
32
Not enough data
9.1
31
Not enough data
9.2
36
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.3
14
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Access Control
Not enough data
9.3
60
Not enough data
9.4
63
Not enough data
9.4
65
Not enough data
9.3
55
Administration
Not enough data
9.5
60
Not enough data
9.5
59
Not enough data
9.4
54
Not enough data
9.4
69
Functionality
Not enough data
9.5
76
Not enough data
9.6
77
Not enough data
9.4
66
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
100
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.5
108
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
104
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.5
58
Not enough data
9.1
56
Not enough data
9.2
99
|
Verified
AI Authentication Risk Management - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Biometric & Behavioral Analysis - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
AI Context-Aware Security Controls - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
187
Not enough data
9.2
190
Not enough data
9.5
271
Not enough data
9.4
185
Not enough data
9.4
257
Not enough data
9.2
231
Type
Not enough data
9.1
143
Not enough data
9.3
175
Reporting
Not enough data
9.1
159
Not enough data
9.2
156
Not enough data
9.0
45
Not enough data
9.2
46
Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
9.1
50
Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
9.2
58
Not enough data
9.1
45
Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
8.8
46
Not enough data
8.9
45
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)Hide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Remediation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) SolutionsHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Lifecycle & Provisioning - Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) Solutions
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Access, Authentication & Authorization - Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) Solutions
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Visibility, Governance & Compliance - Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) Solutions
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AWS Single Sign-On and Okta are categorized as Single Sign-On (SSO)
Unique Categories
AWS Single Sign-On has no unique categories
Okta is categorized as Non-Human Identity Management (NHIM) Solutions, AWS Marketplace, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR), Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM), User Provisioning and Governance Tools, Zero Trust Networking, Cloud Directory Services, and Other Development
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AWS Single Sign-On
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Okta
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
20.0%
Computer & Network Security
15.0%
Computer Software
10.0%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
5.0%
Telecommunications
5.0%
Other
45.0%
Computer Software
18.5%
Information Technology and Services
15.6%
Financial Services
6.3%
Internet
4.5%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Other
50.9%
Alternatives
Discussions
AWS Single Sign-On has no discussions with answers
Is there a way to access your applications on a mobile device?
5 Comments
DS
Not that I am aware of. From my knowledge the mobile app is used to verify you are the person signing in online from your desktop computer. It’s send you a...Read more
How good is Okta?
2 Comments
DL
Okta is a very powerful cloud-based directory system that is infinitely extensible via the Okta Expression Language, Custom Attributes, and Okta Workflows. Read more
Does Okta have a plugin for integration with Spring Boot and Spring Security?
2 Comments
US
Spring security plugin is available to do user management, take a look at it https://bintray.com/grails/plugins/spring-security-core/viewRead more
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