Compare Microsoft Entra ID and PingDirectory 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (39.8% of reviews)
Enterprise (62.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Microsoft Entra ID
Star Rating
(895)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (39.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Browse all 4 pricing plansPingDirectory
Star Rating
(11)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (62.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Microsoft Entra ID excels in user experience, particularly with its intuitive layout and easy-to-understand areas, which significantly reduce training time for staff. Users appreciate features like single sign-on and multi-factor authentication that enhance security across Microsoft platforms.
- Users say that PingDirectory is a strong contender for enterprises, offering a single source of truth for identity management. Its ability to securely store data and scale efficiently makes it particularly appealing for organizations handling large volumes of data.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Entra ID's implementation process is quick and straightforward, with many users highlighting the ease of setup once the agent is installed. This contrasts with PingDirectory, which, while powerful, may require more technical expertise to configure effectively.
- According to verified reviews, Microsoft Entra ID scores higher in overall satisfaction metrics, with users praising its comprehensive management capabilities for hybrid environments, including conditional access and privileged identity management.
- Users highlight that while PingDirectory is known for its high performance and scalability, it may not be as user-friendly as Microsoft Entra ID. Some users find the learning curve steeper, especially when it comes to managing complex configurations.
- G2 reviewers note that Microsoft Entra ID provides robust support, with a quality rating that reflects its commitment to customer service. In contrast, PingDirectory's support is seen as adequate but not as highly rated, which could be a consideration for organizations needing extensive assistance.
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
PingDirectory
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft Entra ID
Free Trial is available
PingDirectory
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
703
7.8
6
Ease of Use
8.8
708
7.7
5
Ease of Setup
8.6
430
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.8
393
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.7
642
7.8
6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
380
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
684
8.1
6
Features by Category
Authentication Options
9.1
237
Not enough data
8.9
207
Not enough data
9.3
225
Not enough data
8.8
210
Not enough data
8.8
178
Not enough data
8.9
165
Not enough data
Access Control Types
8.9
202
Not enough data
8.9
196
Not enough data
9.0
198
Not enough data
8.8
173
Not enough data
8.8
173
Not enough data
Administration
8.9
195
Not enough data
9.0
204
Not enough data
8.8
216
Not enough data
8.7
214
Not enough data
9.0
199
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
177
Not enough data
8.9
174
Not enough data
9.0
192
Not enough data
8.8
169
Not enough data
8.9
188
Not enough data
8.7
187
Not enough data
8.7
165
Not enough data
User on/off Boarding
8.9
72
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
75
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
User Maintenance
9.0
77
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
73
|
Verified
Not enough data
Governance
8.9
79
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
Administration
8.8
80
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
67
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
74
|
Verified
Not enough data
Authentication type
8.1
160
Not enough data
7.3
141
Not enough data
8.5
155
Not enough data
7.9
140
Not enough data
8.8
162
Not enough data
8.7
162
Not enough data
8.9
170
Not enough data
8.5
151
Not enough data
Functionality
8.9
170
Not enough data
8.6
166
Not enough data
Implementation
8.8
192
Not enough data
8.2
144
Not enough data
8.1
132
Not enough data
Access Control
9.1
176
7.2
6
8.7
165
7.2
6
8.8
158
7.2
6
8.6
152
7.2
6
Administration
8.6
159
7.2
6
8.7
173
6.7
5
8.7
158
7.2
6
8.7
165
7.5
6
Functionality
9.1
178
7.5
6
9.2
182
7.5
6
9.0
163
7.2
6
Administration
9.3
89
Not enough data
8.8
83
Not enough data
9.0
87
Not enough data
8.6
84
Not enough data
9.4
90
Not enough data
9.1
87
Not enough data
Functionality
9.5
87
Not enough data
9.4
90
Not enough data
9.1
77
Not enough data
8.9
82
Not enough data
9.3
87
Not enough data
9.3
88
Not enough data
9.0
85
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
81
Not enough data
9.2
81
Not enough data
Monitoring
9.2
88
Not enough data
9.2
88
Not enough data
9.0
83
Not enough data
Reporting
9.1
85
Not enough data
9.2
83
Not enough data
Functionality
8.7
86
Not enough data
8.8
93
Not enough data
9.1
113
Not enough data
7.6
100
Not enough data
Functionality
9.0
245
Not enough data
8.7
199
Not enough data
9.3
266
Not enough data
8.9
259
Not enough data
9.3
255
Not enough data
9.3
258
Not enough data
Type
8.6
205
Not enough data
9.3
240
Not enough data
Reporting
8.8
211
Not enough data
8.8
219
Not enough data
9.7
12
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
9.5
26
Not enough data
Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
9.4
21
Not enough data
9.3
12
Not enough data
Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
8.3
12
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Entra ID and PingDirectory are categorized as Cloud Directory Services
Unique Categories
Microsoft Entra ID is categorized as Passwordless Authentication, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Identity and Access Management (IAM), User Provisioning and Governance Tools, and Single Sign-On (SSO)
PingDirectory 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.)
PingDirectory
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
26.2%
Computer Software
9.6%
Computer & Network Security
6.5%
Financial Services
4.5%
Hospital & Health Care
2.5%
Other
50.7%
Information Technology and Services
50.0%
Education Management
12.5%
Computer Software
12.5%
Computer & Network Security
12.5%
Banking
12.5%
Other
0.0%
Discussions
Which is better Google Authenticator or Microsoft authenticator?
3 Comments
SP
MS authenticator Read more
How good is Microsoft authenticator app?
4 Comments
AW
Easy to add accounts and hassle free for every authentication promptRead more
Can Microsoft authenticator app be hacked?
3 Comments
PS
Microsoft Authenticator is mostly second part in two factor authentication & then also code is also refreshed every 30 second or notification with limited...Read more
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