🔵Okta vs Microsoft Entra ID🪟
Okta is the independent identity leader with thousands of app integrations. Entra ID, formerly Azure AD, is Microsoft's identity service bundled with Microsoft 365.
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🔵Okta
- ✓Vendor-neutral with a huge app integration catalog
- ✓Best-in-class single sign-on across any stack
- ✓Strong lifecycle management and automation
- ✓Specialized purely on identity
🪟Microsoft Entra ID
- ✓Bundled with Microsoft 365 subscriptions
- ✓Deep integration with Windows and Azure
- ✓Cost-effective for existing Microsoft customers
- ✓Conditional access and strong security tooling
Verdict
Okta wins for vendor-neutral identity across mixed stacks and many SaaS apps. Entra ID wins for Microsoft-centric organizations that already pay for Microsoft 365.
Frequently asked
Is Entra ID the same as Azure AD?+
Yes, Microsoft renamed Azure Active Directory to Microsoft Entra ID.
Which is more vendor-neutral?+
Okta is independent and integrates broadly across non-Microsoft stacks.
Which is cheaper for Microsoft shops?+
Entra ID is often cheaper since it is bundled with Microsoft 365 plans.
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