CyberArk Identity Security Platform vs Microsoft Entra ID
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of Top 11 Identity and Access Management Software. Last verified July 10, 2026.
The short answer
Microsoft Entra ID ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #5) for IT and security leaders. Enterprise SSO and conditional access bundled into Microsoft 365.
At a glance
| CyberArk Identity Security Platform | Microsoft Entra ID | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / Top 11 Identity and Access Management Software | #1 / Top 11 Identity and Access Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 9.3 |
| Best for | Best for IAM plus privileged access | Best for Microsoft 365 estates |
| Pricing | $$$ (custom, per-user enterprise pricing) | $ ($6/user/mo P1, or bundled in Microsoft 365 E3 and E5) |
| HQ | Newton, USA | Redmond, USA |
| Founded | 1999 | 2000 |
CyberArk Identity Security Platform
Workforce IAM tied to leading privileged access.
www.cyberark.com/products/identity-management/See full entry in Top 11 Identity and Access Management Software
Microsoft Entra ID
Enterprise SSO and conditional access bundled into Microsoft 365.
www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/microsoft-entraSee full entry in Top 11 Identity and Access Management Software
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