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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (44.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Microsoft Entra ID
Star Rating
(791)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 4 pricing plansOpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)
Star Rating
(10)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that OpenText NetIQ Access Manager excels in "Role Management" with a score of 9.2, allowing for effective user access control, while Microsoft Entra ID also performs well but slightly lower at 9.1. Reviewers mention that the intuitive interface of OpenText makes it easier to manage roles.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Entra ID shines in "Multi-Factor Authentication" with a score of 9.3, providing a variety of authentication methods that enhance security. In contrast, OpenText scores 7.8, indicating that users find its multi-factor options less robust.
- Users on G2 highlight the "Self Service Password Reset" feature in OpenText NetIQ Access Manager, scoring 9.1, which simplifies user management. However, Microsoft Entra ID's password management features are rated slightly higher at 9.0, with users appreciating its seamless integration with other Microsoft services.
- G2 users report that OpenText's "Automated Provisioning" feature scores 9.0, making it easier to manage user accounts, while Microsoft Entra ID's similar feature is rated at 8.6. Reviewers mention that the automation in OpenText significantly reduces administrative overhead.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Entra ID's "Ease of Setup" is rated at 8.6, making it a more user-friendly option for organizations looking to implement identity management quickly. In comparison, OpenText's setup score is lower at 7.2, with users noting a steeper learning curve.
- Users say that OpenText NetIQ Access Manager's "Quality of Support" is rated at 8.1, which is commendable, but Microsoft Entra ID outperforms it with a score of 8.7. Reviewers mention that the support team for Microsoft is more responsive and helpful, enhancing the overall user experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft Entra ID
Azure Active Directory Free
Free
The free edition of Azure AD is included with a subscription of a commercial online service such as Azure, Dynamics 365, Intune, Power Platform, and others.
- Partially Included: Authentication, single sign-on and multifactor authentication (MFA)
- Partially Included: Applications Access
- Partially Included: Authorization and Conditional Access
OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft Entra ID
Free Trial is available
OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
625
8.5
8
Ease of Use
8.8
629
7.7
8
Ease of Setup
8.6
352
7.2
6
Ease of Admin
8.8
339
8.6
6
Quality of Support
8.7
569
8.1
8
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
328
8.6
6
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
606
6.1
9
Features by Category
Authentication Options
9.0
207
8.1
6
8.9
198
8.1
6
9.3
199
7.8
6
8.8
200
8.3
6
8.7
168
9.2
6
8.8
158
Not enough data
Access Control Types
8.9
189
Not enough data
8.9
188
8.7
5
8.9
188
8.0
5
8.8
166
8.0
5
8.7
165
8.0
5
Administration
8.9
186
7.8
6
9.0
196
8.6
6
8.9
197
7.8
6
8.7
200
8.1
6
8.9
191
Not enough data
Platform
8.7
170
8.6
6
8.9
168
8.0
5
9.0
184
8.3
6
8.7
162
8.1
6
8.9
178
7.8
6
8.8
174
8.3
5
8.6
159
7.3
5
User on/off Boarding
8.9
70
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
72
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
78
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
76
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
68
|
Verified
Not enough data
User Maintenance
9.0
73
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
Governance
8.9
76
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
8.7
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
65
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
79
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
Authentication type
8.1
157
Not enough data
7.2
138
Not enough data
8.4
149
Not enough data
7.8
136
Not enough data
8.8
158
Not enough data
8.6
158
Not enough data
8.9
166
Not enough data
8.5
145
Not enough data
Functionality
8.9
167
Not enough data
8.6
163
Not enough data
Implementation
8.9
180
Not enough data
8.2
143
Not enough data
8.1
131
Not enough data
Access Control
9.0
170
Not enough data
8.7
164
Not enough data
8.8
155
Not enough data
8.6
151
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
156
Not enough data
8.7
168
Not enough data
8.7
154
Not enough data
8.7
161
Not enough data
Functionality
9.0
168
Not enough data
9.1
172
Not enough data
9.0
160
Not enough data
Administration
9.2
88
Not enough data
8.8
82
Not enough data
9.0
85
Not enough data
8.6
83
Not enough data
9.3
87
Not enough data
9.1
86
Not enough data
Functionality
9.5
86
Not enough data
9.4
86
Not enough data
9.1
75
Not enough data
8.9
81
Not enough data
9.3
86
Not enough data
9.3
87
Not enough data
8.9
84
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
80
Not enough data
9.2
80
Not enough data
Monitoring
9.2
86
Not enough data
9.2
86
Not enough data
9.0
82
Not enough data
Reporting
9.1
84
Not enough data
9.1
82
Not enough data
Functionality
8.6
85
Not enough data
8.8
91
Not enough data
9.1
111
Not enough data
7.6
100
Not enough data
Functionality
9.0
223
Not enough data
8.7
191
Not enough data
9.2
220
Not enough data
8.8
214
Not enough data
9.2
221
Not enough data
9.2
220
Not enough data
Type
8.5
196
Not enough data
9.2
216
Not enough data
Reporting
8.8
201
Not enough data
8.8
210
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
9.7
5
Not enough data
Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Entra ID and OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ) are categorized as Single Sign-On (SSO)
Unique Categories
Microsoft Entra ID is categorized as Passwordless Authentication, Cloud Directory Services, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and User Provisioning and Governance Tools
OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ) has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Entra ID
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
OpenText Access Manager (NetIQ)
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
26.4%
Computer Software
9.5%
Computer & Network Security
6.7%
Financial Services
4.7%
Hospital & Health Care
2.8%
Other
49.9%
Information Technology and Services
55.6%
Market Research
11.1%
Internet
11.1%
Higher Education
11.1%
Financial Services
11.1%
Other
0.0%
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