Top 10 Cisco Identity Services... Alternatives & Competitors

Top 10 Alternatives to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Recently Reviewed By G2 Community

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Ivanti NAC
By Ivanti
4.4/5
(29)
Product Description
Endpoint visibility into on-premise and remote connection via PCS. Fingerprinting Methods: DHCP Fingerprinting (Helper Address or RSPAN port), MAC OUI, SNMP/SNMP Traps, CDP/LLDP, HTTP User Agent, Nmap, WMI and MDM. Device Discovery Reporting & Dashboard with advanced filters and historical data
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Ivanti NAC is:
More usable
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

FortiNAC
By Fortinet
4.4/5
(20)
Product Description
FortiNAC provides the network visibility to see everything connected to the network, as well as the ability to control those devices and users, including dynamic, automated responses.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), FortiNAC is:
More usable
Easier to set up
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

Forescout Platform
By Forescout Technologies
4.5/5
(16)
Product Description
The Forescout Platform is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution designed to provide real-time visibility, control, and compliance across all connected devices within an organization's network. It continuously identifies and protects both managed and unmanaged assets—including IT, IoT, IoMT, and OT devices—without disrupting business operations. By delivering capabilities in network security, risk and exposure management, and extended detection and response, the platform enables organizations to effectively manage cyber risks and mitigate threats. Key Features and Functionality: - Device Classification: Utilizes real-time, agentless discovery and classification of all connected devices, encompassing traditional IT, IoT, IoMT, and OT/ICS assets. - Policy Enforcement: Identifies compliance and security posture gaps, leveraging a centralized policy engine to reduce exposure risks and align with organizational security frameworks. - Cybersecurity Automation: Facilitates automated, policy-based security controls to proactively and reactively manage threats, minimizing incident response times through coordinated actions. - Analytics: Provides rich, contextual visualizations through persona-based dashboards, offering insights into risks, threats, behaviors, and compliance statuses. - Ecosystem Integration: Enhances existing security investments by dynamically sharing device identity, configuration state, risk attributes, and threat context with other security tools. Primary Value and Problem Solved: The Forescout Platform addresses the critical challenge of securing diverse and expanding networks by providing continuous, agentless visibility and control over all connected devices. It enables organizations to identify vulnerabilities, enforce security policies, and automate threat responses without disrupting business operations. By integrating seamlessly with existing security infrastructures, the platform enhances overall cybersecurity posture, reduces risk exposure, and ensures compliance across complex IT, IoT, IoMT, and OT environments.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Forescout Platform is:
Easier to set up
More usable
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

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Citrix Gateway
By Citrix
4.1/5
(73)
Product Description
Citrix Gateway is a customer-managed solution that can be deployed on premises or on any public cloud, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Citrix Gateway is:
Slower to reach roi
More usable
Easier to set up
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

Portnox
By Portnox
4.4/5
(108)
Product Description
Portnox is a solution for on-premise network access control, visibility and enforcement in real-time on all devices.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Portnox is:
Slower to reach roi
Easier to set up
More usable
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

Coro Cybersecurity
By Coronet
4.7/5
(231)
Product Description
Monitors your cloud applications for data leaks, cyber-threats and regulatory violations that put your business at risk.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Coro Cybersecurity is:
Easier to set up
More usable
Easier to admin
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

SecureW2 JoinNow
By SecureW2
4.7/5
(93)
Product Description
The full JoinNow Suite contains everything you need to transition to secure passwordless authentication. It includes an intuitive managed PKI for certificate creation and management, as well as best-in-class certificate delivery solutions such as a dissolvable self-service configuration client for unmanaged devices and automatic enrollment gateways for managed devices. The platform also offers a Cloud RADIUS server, designed from the ground up for passwordless security and works seamlessly with Cloud Identity Providers.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), SecureW2 JoinNow is:
Easier to set up
More usable
Better at meeting requirements
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM)
By F5
4.1/5
(18)
Product Description
F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM is a comprehensive access management solution that secures, simplifies, and centralizes user access to applications, APIs, and data. It enables organizations to implement a zero-trust security model by providing identity- and context-based access controls, ensuring that users can securely connect to both legacy and modern applications, regardless of their location or the hosting environment. APM offers a scalable and flexible platform that integrates seamlessly with existing identity providers and supports various authentication methods to enhance security and user experience. Key Features and Functionality: - Identity-Aware Proxy (IAP: Implements zero-trust validation by assessing granular context for each application access request, ensuring secure and appropriate access. - Identity Federation, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA, and Single Sign-On (SSO: Facilitates identity federation, supports adaptive MFA (including FIDO U2F and RADIUS protocols, and enables SSO across all applications, streamlining user authentication processes. - Per-App VPN: Provides secure, adaptive per-application VPN access via SSL, unifying identity for remote access without user intervention. - Web Application Proxy: Centralizes authentication, authorization, and endpoint inspection for web applications, enhancing security and simplifying access management. - Secure API Authentication: Protects REST APIs by integrating with OpenAPI (Swagger files, ensuring secure API interactions. - Modern Authentication Protocols: Supports SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect (OIDC to deliver a seamless and secure user experience across all applications. - Dynamic Split Tunneling: Optimizes bandwidth usage by dynamically excluding internet traffic from the VPN tunnel. - Centralized Management and Deployment: Integrates with F5 BIG-IQ Centralized Management, simplifying deployment and enhancing cost-efficiency at scale. - High Performance and Scalability: Supports up to 1 million access sessions on a single BIG-IP device and up to 2 million on a VIPRION chassis, ensuring reliable performance under heavy demand. - Proof Key for Code Exchange (PKCE Support: Adds an extra layer of security for public and mobile applications by implementing a more secure authorization flow based on OAuth 2.0. Primary Value and User Solutions: F5 BIG-IP APM addresses the critical need for secure, efficient, and scalable access management in today's complex IT environments. By consolidating access controls into a single platform, it reduces infrastructure complexity and operational costs. APM's robust security features, including zero-trust validation, adaptive authentication, and endpoint security checks, protect organizations from unauthorized access and potential breaches. Its flexibility in deployment—available as hardware, software, or in the cloud—ensures seamless integration with existing systems and supports hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Ultimately, APM enhances user productivity by providing a consistent and secure access experience to all applications, regardless of location or device.
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Reviewers say compared to Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM) is:
More usable
Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)

ExtremeApplications
By Extreme Networks
1/5
(1)
Product Description
Network Control, Visibility, and Automation at Your Fingertips
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Categories in common with Cisco Identity Services...:
Network Access Control (NAC)