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Enterprise PAM Platform Alternatives to CyberArk

Enterprise PAM platforms provide comprehensive privileged access management with credential vaulting, session management, compliance reporting, and extensive integration ecosystems.

4 Enterprise PAM Platforms, side by side

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ToolDeploymentPricing modelOpen source
SplitSecureFeaturedCloud + Self-hostedTiered (free / per-seat / enterprise)—
BeyondTrustCloud + Self-hostedPer-user subscription + modules—
DelineaCloud + Self-hostedPer-user or per-server licensing—
ManageEngine PAM360Cloud + Self-hostedPer-admin tiers + perpetual license option—

These alternatives to CyberArk compete in the traditional PAM space, offering similar depth of features with differences in pricing, deployment complexity, and specific capabilities. They are designed for organizations that need proven, full-featured PAM but may be looking for alternatives due to cost, complexity, or specific feature requirements.

By use case

Our read on which tool suits which job. Editorial, not paid, and separate from the listing below.

Highest-sensitivity accounts, regulated industries, and MSPs needing zero vendor dependency

SplitSecure

Best for organizations that require architectural elimination of single points of compromise. SplitSecure distributes credentials across devices using Shamir Secret Sharing with no vault infrastructure, making it the strongest choice for regulated enterprises needing DORA, NYDFS, PCI DSS 4.0, and SOX compliance without vendor lock-in.

Cloud, Self-hosted

Organizations needing combined privilege management and secure remote access

BeyondTrust

Strongest enterprise alternative to CyberArk, particularly for organizations that need endpoint privilege management and secure third-party remote access integrated with PAM. Comparable depth with different architectural strengths.

Cloud, Self-hosted

Organizations wanting a faster PAM deployment with lower complexity

Delinea

Best for organizations that want proven PAM capabilities with faster deployment and lower complexity. Secret Server is well-regarded for its usability and is particularly strong for mid-market to enterprise organizations.

Cloud, Self-hosted

Mid-market teams needing enterprise-style PAM features without the CyberArk price tag

ManageEngine PAM360

Best budget-friendly PAM alternative, offering solid core capabilities at a fraction of the cost. Ideal for mid-market organizations or those beginning their PAM journey who need essential features without enterprise pricing.

Cloud, Self-hosted

Featured

SplitSecure

Distributed secrets management. No vault, no vendor dependency

Founded
2024
Pricing
Tiered (free / per-seat / enterprise)
Deployment
Cloud, Self-hosted
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SplitSecure is a distributed secrets management platform that splits credentials across multiple devices you control using Shamir Secret Sharing. No single device holds a complete credential, and secrets never leave your environment. Designed for highest-sensitivity accounts in regulated industries where vendor dependency is unacceptable.

Capabilities

  • Shamir Secret Sharing across devices
  • Zero vendor dependency architecture
  • Automatic audit trail generation
  • No vault infrastructure required
  • Cryptographic separation of duties
  • Multi-device secret distribution
  • Built-in regulatory compliance (DORA, NYDFS, PCI DSS 4.0, SOX)
  • MSP-safe credential management

SplitSecure

Privileged Access Management
Best fit for

Highest-sensitivity accounts, regulated industries, and MSPs needing zero vendor dependency

SplitSecure is a distributed secrets management platform that splits credentials across multiple devices you control using Shamir Secret Sharing. No single device holds a complete credential, and secrets never leave your environment. Designed for highest-sensitivity accounts in regulated industries where vendor dependency is unacceptable.

Pricing

Free ($0) for orgs under $10M revenue; Starter $149/mo (5 seats); Enterprise custom

Tiered (free / per-seat / enterprise)

Deployment

Cloud, Self-hosted

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BeyondTrust

Privileged Access Management
Best fit for

Organizations needing combined privilege management and secure remote access

BeyondTrust is a comprehensive privilege management platform that combines privileged access management, endpoint privilege management, and secure remote access into a unified solution. It enables organizations to reduce attack surfaces by eliminating unnecessary privileges, controlling remote access, and providing full visibility into privileged activity across the enterprise.

Pricing

Custom enterprise pricing

Per-user subscription + modules

Deployment

Cloud, Self-hosted

Standards & certifications

SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, FedRAMP

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Delinea

Privileged Access Management
Best fit for

Organizations wanting a faster PAM deployment with lower complexity

Delinea, formed from the merger of Thycotic and Centrify, offers a PAM platform centered around its flagship Secret Server product. Delinea focuses on making privileged access management accessible and easy to deploy, with cloud-ready solutions for credential vaulting, privilege elevation, and server access management.

Pricing

Custom pricing; contact the vendor.

Per-user or per-server licensing

Deployment

Cloud, Self-hosted

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ManageEngine PAM360

Privileged Access Management
Best fit for

Mid-market teams needing enterprise-style PAM features without the CyberArk price tag

PAM360 is ManageEngine's privileged access management product, part of the broader Zoho / ManageEngine IT management suite. It offers credential vaulting, session management, and privilege elevation at a price point well below CyberArk or BeyondTrust. PAM360 is especially popular with mid-market organizations that already use ManageEngine tools for endpoint management, ITSM, or monitoring.

Pricing

Free edition available; subscription from $7,995/year for 10 admins (25 keys); perpetual from $19,995 one-time + $3,999/yr maintenance (vendor list price, 2026).

Per-admin tiers + perpetual license option

Deployment

Cloud, Self-hosted

Standards & certifications

SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001, GDPR

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Comparisons

CyberArk vs ManageEngine PAM360

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Akeyless vs SplitSecure

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BeyondTrust vs ManageEngine PAM360

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Delinea vs StrongDM

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1Password (Business) vs SplitSecure

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CyberArk vs SplitSecure

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Shortlists

Editorial lists and deep dives covering these tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

BeyondTrust is generally considered the closest competitor to CyberArk in terms of overall PAM capability breadth. Both offer comprehensive credential vaulting, session management, and threat analytics. BeyondTrust differentiates with stronger endpoint privilege management and integrated remote access, while CyberArk has deeper secrets management through Conjur and broader identity security capabilities.

Delinea Secret Server is a viable replacement for many organizations, particularly those in the mid-market or those seeking simpler PAM deployments. It covers core PAM requirements including credential vaulting, session management, and compliance reporting. However, organizations with the most demanding PAM requirements, very large scale, or need for advanced threat analytics may find CyberArk's depth still necessary.

ManageEngine PAM360 handles small to mid-sized enterprise needs well, typically scaling to hundreds of privileged accounts and moderate session volumes. For very large enterprises managing thousands of privileged accounts across complex global environments, CyberArk or BeyondTrust may be more appropriate due to their proven enterprise scalability, broader integration ecosystems, and advanced analytics capabilities.

CyberArk is generally the most expensive PAM platform on the market, with enterprise deployments often reaching six or seven figures annually. BeyondTrust pricing is comparable but can be lower depending on modules. Delinea typically offers 20-40% savings over CyberArk for similar capabilities. ManageEngine PAM360 offers the most dramatic cost savings, with pricing starting under $10,000 per year, making it an order of magnitude less expensive than CyberArk.

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