Compare Microsoft Entra ID and Zscaler Private Access 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (39.8% of reviews)
Enterprise (49.1% 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 plansZscaler Private Access
Star Rating
(127)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (49.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Zscaler Private AccessSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Microsoft Entra ID excels in providing a centralized management system for user identities and access across Microsoft platforms. Users appreciate features like single sign-on and multi-factor authentication, which enhance security and streamline user experience.
- Users say that Zscaler Private Access offers a seamless, VPN-free experience that simplifies remote work. The tool's Zero Trust Security model ensures least-privilege access, making it a reliable choice for organizations looking to enhance security without the complexity of traditional VPNs.
- Reviewers mention that Microsoft Entra ID's intuitive layout significantly reduces training time for staff, making it easier for teams to adapt to the system. The initial setup is also highlighted as straightforward, which is a plus for organizations looking to implement quickly.
- According to verified reviews, Zscaler Private Access is noted for its efficiency once properly set up. Users appreciate that it does not require constant refreshing, allowing for a smoother connection experience compared to other VPN tools.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both products have similar star ratings, Microsoft Entra ID has a higher overall G2 Score, indicating greater user satisfaction. This is supported by feedback emphasizing its robust features for hybrid environments and effective management of conditional access.
- Users report that Zscaler Private Access is easy to use on a daily basis, providing secure access to internal applications without the hassle of traditional VPNs. However, some users feel that it may not be as feature-rich as Microsoft Entra ID, particularly in areas like password management and administration tools.
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
Zscaler Private Access
No pricing availableFree Trial
Microsoft Entra ID
Free Trial is available
Zscaler Private Access
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
703
9.1
98
Ease of Use
8.8
708
8.9
101
Ease of Setup
8.6
430
8.8
72
Ease of Admin
8.8
393
9.0
31
Quality of Support
8.7
642
8.9
88
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
380
9.2
31
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
684
9.5
96
Features by Category
Authentication Options
9.1
237
8.9
30
8.9
207
8.9
29
9.3
225
9.2
29
8.8
210
9.2
28
8.8
178
8.6
25
8.9
165
8.7
25
Access Control Types
8.9
202
9.2
28
8.9
196
8.8
27
9.0
198
8.7
30
8.8
173
7.9
25
8.8
173
7.9
26
Administration
8.9
195
8.5
28
9.0
204
8.9
29
8.8
216
9.0
28
8.7
214
8.9
28
9.0
199
8.4
28
Platform
8.8
177
8.5
27
8.9
174
8.5
27
9.0
192
8.5
26
8.8
169
8.3
25
8.9
188
8.7
26
8.7
187
8.5
26
8.7
165
8.5
24
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
Network Management
Not enough data
8.9
61
Not enough data
8.7
64
Not enough data
9.1
63
Not enough data
8.5
60
Security
Not enough data
9.1
65
Not enough data
9.2
66
Not enough data
8.6
61
Not enough data
9.3
64
Identity Management
Not enough data
9.0
62
Not enough data
9.0
61
Not enough data
9.0
63
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.9
39
Not enough data
7.8
39
Access Control
9.1
176
Not enough data
8.7
165
Not enough data
8.8
158
Not enough data
8.6
152
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
159
Not enough data
8.7
173
Not enough data
8.7
158
Not enough data
8.7
165
Not enough data
Functionality
9.1
178
Not enough data
9.2
182
Not enough data
9.0
163
Not enough data
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
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Protection
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) PlatformsHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Components - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Usage
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Miscellaneous
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Microsoft Entra ID and Zscaler Private Access 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
Zscaler Private Access is categorized as Zero Trust Networking, Business VPN, Cloud Edge Security, and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Entra ID
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Zscaler Private Access
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
24.5%
Computer Software
11.8%
Financial Services
9.1%
Computer & Network Security
8.2%
Telecommunications
4.5%
Other
41.8%
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
What is private access zscaler?
1 Comment
VJ
In Simple form, its sort of VPN connectivity but provide access to only application which user requires and secondly it is controlled by access policy...Read more
What does zscaler software do?
1 Comment
SP
Used as VPN to secure internal network and used for cloud security Read more
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