Identity & Access Management
How Identity & Access Management Software Is Priced
How identity & access management software is priced: the pricing models you will meet, what drives the cost and the fees that are easy to miss.
How much identity & access management costs
Common pricing models: per user, tiered plans, per module or bundle, and custom quote. Too few vendors publish comparable list prices for us to give a price range; the models and cost drivers below explain what you will be quoted.
Pricing models explained
- Per user. Charged per user per month, the most common model for workforce identity.
- Tiered plans. Plans that unlock features such as provisioning, adaptive policies or access reviews at higher per-user prices.
- Per module or bundle. Single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, lifecycle management and governance sold as separate products or bundles.
- Custom quote. Priced individually for large user counts, contractors and partners, or enterprise support terms.
What drives the price
- Number of users, including contractors and service accounts
- Products licensed, such as single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, lifecycle and governance
- Number of apps needing provisioning connectors
- Advanced policies based on device and risk signals
- Support level and implementation services
Fees to ask about before you sign:
- Minimum user counts or annual commitments
- Higher tiers required for HR-driven provisioning
- Single sign-on or SCIM fees charged by the apps you connect
- Hardware security keys for stronger authentication
- Professional services to migrate from a legacy directory
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Frequently asked questions
How much does identity and access management software cost?
Most workforce IAM is priced per user per month, with tiers or separate products for single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, lifecycle management and governance. Ask for a quote that lists every product needed for HR-driven provisioning and access reviews, minimum user counts and any connector fees.
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