# Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall vs Oracle Data Safe Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between Oracle Audit Vault and... vs Oracle Data Safe?

Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall stands out for its higher Meets Requirements score and focus on consolidated audit reporting, while Oracle Data Safe is rated higher for Ease of Use and Quality of Support.

| [Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-audit-vault-and-database-firewall/reviews) | [Oracle Data Safe](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-data-safe/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| G2 Rating (reviews): 4.4/5 (25 reviews) | G2 Rating (reviews): 4.3/5 (62 reviews) |
| Largest Segment: Enterprise | Largest Segment: Enterprise |
| Ease of Setup score: 8.6 | Ease of Setup score: 7.9 |
| Quality of Support score: 8.5 | Quality of Support score: 8.6 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength: Consolidated audit reporting and database firewall capabilities | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength: Data masking, user activity monitoring, and ease of use |



### How do the pricing models of Oracle Audit Vault and... and Oracle Data Safe compare?

Oracle Data Safe is rated higher for Price/Cost satisfaction, indicating reviewers consider it the stronger value compared to Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall.

- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall:** In recent reviews, several reviewers describe the product as expensive, especially for multi-target coverage, and note that setup and integration may require advanced skills.
- **Oracle Data Safe:** Reviewers mention that while the licensing cost is high, the value is justified by features like data masking and security controls, and some note it is less expensive compared to other solutions.



### What are the best alternatives to Oracle Audit Vault and... and Oracle Data Safe?

The top three alternatives to Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall and Oracle Data Safe are Egnyte, IBM Guardium Data Detection and Response, and IBM Vault (formerly HashiCorp Vault).

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-audit-vault-and-database-firewall/reviews) | 4.4/5 (25 reviews) | Enterprise | Described as expensive for multi-target coverage | Consolidated audit reporting and firewall capabilities |
| [Oracle Data Safe](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-data-safe/reviews) | 4.3/5 (62 reviews) | Enterprise | High licensing cost but considered less expensive than some competitors | Data masking, user activity monitoring, ease of use |
| [Egnyte](https://www.g2.com/products/egnyte/reviews) | 4.4/5 (1162 reviews) | Small-Business | — | — |
| [IBM Guardium Data Detection and Response](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-guardium-data-detection-and-response/reviews) | 4.4/5 (32 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [IBM Vault (formerly HashiCorp Vault)](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-vault-formerly-hashicorp-vault/reviews) | 4.3/5 (53 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |



### Which Database Security features should I prioritize when comparing Oracle Audit Vault and... and Oracle Data Safe?

Buyers comparing Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall and Oracle Data Safe should prioritize audit reporting, data masking, user activity monitoring, ease of setup, and support quality.

- **Audit reporting:** Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall is frequently cited for its consolidated audit reporting and compliance features; Oracle Data Safe is praised for audit reports and data sensitivity analysis.
- **Data masking:** Oracle Data Safe is highlighted for robust data masking capabilities in recent reviews; Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall is less frequently cited for this feature.
- **User activity monitoring:** Both products are recognized for user activity monitoring, but Oracle Data Safe receives more recent praise for its dashboard and alerting features.
- **Ease of setup:** Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall scores 8.6, while Oracle Data Safe scores 7.9 for Ease of Setup.
- **Support quality:** Oracle Data Safe scores 8.6, slightly higher than Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall at 8.5 for Quality of Support.



### What are the pros and cons of Oracle Audit Vault and... vs Oracle Data Safe?

Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall is strongest for consolidated audit reporting and firewall capabilities, while Oracle Data Safe excels in data masking and ease of use.

- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall strengths:** Consolidated audit reporting, compliance support, database firewall for blocking unauthorized SQL traffic, and compatibility with both Oracle and non-Oracle databases.
- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall trade-offs:** Reviewers note high cost for multi-target coverage, complexity in setup for beginners, and limited integration with non-Oracle products.
- **Oracle Data Safe strengths:** Data masking, user activity monitoring, intuitive dashboard, and strong support for compliance and sensitive data protection.
- **Oracle Data Safe trade-offs:** High licensing cost, performance slowdowns with large databases, and some reviewers mention the interface could be improved for non-Oracle integrations.



### Is Oracle Audit Vault and... or Oracle Data Safe better for small businesses?

Egnyte is the top-ranked alternative with a strong small-business segment, while both Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall and Oracle Data Safe are primarily used by enterprise customers.

- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall:** Largest segment is Enterprise; reviewers highlight its suitability for large-scale compliance and audit needs.
- **Oracle Data Safe:** Largest segment is Enterprise; reviewers note its value for organizations with significant data security and compliance requirements.



### Which Database Security platform has better integrations?

Oracle Data Safe and Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall are at parity for integrations, as no recent reviewer-cited integration data is available for either product.

- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall:** No recent reviewer-cited integrations.
- **Oracle Data Safe:** No recent reviewer-cited integrations.



### How do Oracle Audit Vault and... and Oracle Data Safe compare on customer support?

Oracle Data Safe and Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall are at parity on Quality of Support, with scores of 8.6 and 8.5 respectively, which is below the materiality threshold for a meaningful difference.

- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall:** Reviewers describe support as responsive and helpful, though some mention a need for improved documentation and community resources.
- **Oracle Data Safe:** Reviewers highlight strong support experiences, with several noting prompt assistance and effective resolution of issues.



### Which is easier to implement, Oracle Audit Vault and... or Oracle Data Safe?

Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall is rated higher for Ease of Setup at 8.6 versus Oracle Data Safe at 7.9, indicating it is easier to implement according to G2 reviewers.

- **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall:** Reviewers note straightforward setup for Oracle environments, though some mention complexity for beginners and cross-platform deployments.
- **Oracle Data Safe:** Reviewers describe the setup as generally easy, especially for Oracle databases, but mention that configuration and administration can be complex for larger or non-Oracle environments.



| | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.3 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 25 | 62 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (54.2% of reviews) | Enterprise (45.2% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | 


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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.9 (11 reviews) | 8.3 (34 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 7.9 (11 reviews) | 8.5 (33 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.6 (6 reviews) | 7.9 (13 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.3 (6 reviews) | 8.1 (13 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.5 (11 reviews) | 8.6 (33 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.9 (6 reviews) | 8.8 (12 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.1 (6 reviews) | 9.6 (27 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Oracle Data Safe

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Data Masking

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall** | N/A | N/A |
| **Oracle Data Safe** | 8.6/10 | 11 |

#### Data Masking

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Sensitive Fields** | Not enough data | 9.1 (11 reviews) | 
| **Dynamic Masking** | Not enough data | 8.6 (11 reviews) | 
| **Static Masking** | Not enough data | 8.5 (11 reviews) | 
| **Consistent Masking** | Not enough data | 8.5 (11 reviews) | 
| **Random Masking** | Not enough data | 8.5 (10 reviews) | 

### Database Security

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall** | 8.8/10 | 6 |
| **Oracle Data Safe** | 8.6/10 | 16 |

#### Administration

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Supported Databases** | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (17 reviews) | 
| **Data Management** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.4 (17 reviews) | 
| **Logging and Reporting** | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 8.3 (16 reviews) | 
| **API / integrations** | Not enough data | 8.5 (16 reviews) | 

#### Governance

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Compliance** | 8.0 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (16 reviews) | 
| **Access Management** | Not enough data | 8.4 (17 reviews) | 
| **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | 8.6 (17 reviews) | 

#### Protection

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Database Activity Monitoring** | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.7 (17 reviews) | 
| **Firewall** | Not enough data | 8.4 (15 reviews) | 
| **Data Masking** | Not enough data | 9.1 (17 reviews) | 
| **Audits** | Not enough data | 8.8 (16 reviews) | 

### Sensitive Data Discovery

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall** | N/A | N/A |
| **Oracle Data Safe** | 7.7/10 | 8 |

#### Functionality

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Structure type** | Not enough data | 7.7 (8 reviews) | 
| **Contextual search** | Not enough data | 8.3 (8 reviews) | 
| **Template algorithms** | Not enough data | 7.9 (8 reviews) | 
| **Custom algorithms** | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | 
| **False-positive management** | Not enough data | 7.7 (8 reviews) | 
| **Multiple file and location types** | Not enough data | 7.7 (8 reviews) | 
| **Real-time monitoring** | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | 
| **Dashboard** | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | 
| **Compliance** | Not enough data | 7.9 (8 reviews) | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | 7.7 (8 reviews) | 
| **Data Dictionary Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Metadata Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Workflow Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Compliance Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Sensitive Data Discovery

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Autonomous Task Execution** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multi-step Planning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Third-Party Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Additional Functionality

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Data Visualization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Visual Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multiple Data Sources** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sensitive Data Identification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Import/Export** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Trend Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Transformation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Copilot** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Search/Filter** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **File Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customizable Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dashboard Creation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Forecasting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting/Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Generative AI** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Self Service Data Preparation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Connectors** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Mapping** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Access Controls/Permissions** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Extraction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Activity Tracking** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Cleansing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Drag & Drop** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Alerts/Notifications** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Publishing/Sharing** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Synchronization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Big Data Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Ad hoc Query** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Modeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI/Machine Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Data Security

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall** | N/A | N/A |
| **Oracle Data Safe** | N/A | N/A |

#### Compliance

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **At-Risk Analysis** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **DLP Configuration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Sensitive Data Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Database Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Deduplication ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Backup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **API / integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Security 

| Feature | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Multi-Factor Authentication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Transport** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Data Types** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Security Tools** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Database Security Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/database-security)


**Unique to Oracle Data Safe (2):** [Data Masking Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/data-masking), [Sensitive Data Discovery Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sensitive-data-discovery)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall | Oracle Data Safe | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 20.8% | 27.4% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 25.0% | 27.4% | 
| **Enterprise** | 54.2% | 45.2% | 

### By Industry

#### Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall

- **Information Technology and Services:** 29.2%
- **Computer Software:** 25.0%
- **Financial Services:** 12.5%
- **Telecommunications:** 4.2%
- **Insurance:** 4.2%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 4.2%
- **Consumer Electronics:** 4.2%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 4.2%
- **Banking:** 4.2%
- **Apparel & Fashion:** 4.2%
- **Other:** 4.2%

#### Oracle Data Safe

- **Information Technology and Services:** 24.2%
- **Computer Software:** 12.9%
- **Accounting:** 6.5%
- **Financial Services:** 6.5%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 4.8%
- **Telecommunications:** 4.8%
- **Banking:** 3.2%
- **Biotechnology:** 3.2%
- **Management Consulting:** 3.2%
- **Business Supplies and Equipment:** 3.2%
- **Other:** 27.4%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Oracle Audit Vault and Database Firewall

- [IBM Guardium Data Detection and Response](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-guardium-data-detection-and-response/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (32 reviews)
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