--- description: Review of Okta Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Okta | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Single Sign On Software](/directory/4347/single-sign-on/software) > [Okta](/software/419181/okta) # Okta Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/419181/okta Page: 1 / 39\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/419181/okta?page=2) > Okta is a workforce identity management platform designed to provide centralized access control and user administration for employees and work partners. It supports organizations in securing their workforce while managing access to various business applications and systems. The platform includes features such as pre-built integrations to connect with existing business technologies. It offers centralized management of users, groups, and devices through a single interface. Automated onboarding and offboarding capabilities enable administrators to efficiently manage user access with minimal manual effort. Okta is used by organizations across different industries for identity and access management. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 944 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 944 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Okta - **Location**: Emeryville, US - **Founded**: 2009 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: €6.00 - **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium and 209 more ## Features - API - Access Certification - Access Control - Access Controls/Permissions - Access Management - Active Directory Integration - Audit Management - Authentication - Automatic User/Device Recognition - Behavioural Analytics - Compliance Management - Credential Management - Data Security - Encrypted Password Storage - Governance - Monitoring - Multi-Factor Authentication - Multiple Authentication Methods - Password Management - Policy Management ## Integrations (4 total) - Google Workspace - Microsoft 365 - Salesforce Sales Cloud - Slack ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Single Sign On Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4347/single-sign-on/software) ## Related Categories - [Single Sign On Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4347/single-sign-on/software) - [Authentication Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4311/authentication/software) - [Privileged Access Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4241/privileged-access-management/software) - [Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4427/ciam/software) - [Identity Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4549/identity-management/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The Single SignOn mechanism is dependable, and the range of compatible applications and setups is quite large, which means less time in preparation of new applications. Besides, the admin console is simple and offers great transparency to user activities, security events, and lifecycle management. Besides providing excellent round-the-clock support, automated provisioning and deprovisioning help in cutting down the manual working hours drastically while at the same time ensuring compliances are maintained. > > **Cons**: Some areas of configuration can be overwhelming especially when it comes to working on advanced policies or custom integrations. It might require strong technical background to resolve SSO problems and in some cases the material provided might be aimed at those who are more familiar with the identity protocols such as SAML or OAuth. Pricing could be a factor if an organisation carries out multiple operations and hence needs several addons. Even though reporting is up to the mark, it cannot be said to be as versatile as the specialized analytic tools. > > In general, Okta has remained a reliable and safe identity platform couple with a user-friendly experience for user management across the company. By setting up a single authentication system in my work in technical product support, it is easier to get along with users and support staff. Besides the security aspect, it also makes it convenient for users to log in to crucial applications. Yes, some advanced features need technical skills for configuration, but after doing all the groundwork, Okta is known for giving a steady and smooth identity management experience. ----- ### "Essential SSO for navigating multiple testing environments" — 4.0/5 > **Sigit** | *8 June 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: I constantly switch between Jira, staging servers, CI/CD pipelines, and various testing tools throughout the day. Okta makes this seamless with reliable Single Sign-On (SSO). It completely eliminates the need to manage and cycle credentials for every internal tool. The Okta Verify push notifications make MFA fast, so logging into a new testing environment or authenticating via an Ubuntu terminal doesn't break my focus or slow down my workflow. > > **Cons**: Managing test automation accounts can be a headache. Handling or bypassing MFA for service accounts or automated test runs (like Python scripts interacting with secure APIs) often requires complex workarounds or constant back-and-forth with the admin team. Additionally, if session timeouts are set too aggressively by IT, it can unexpectedly boot you out during long exploratory testing sessions. > > Okta is a massive time-saver for QA workflows. It provides the strict security our organization needs without acting as a bottleneck when I need to quickly jump between Jira tickets, code repositories, and different test environments to verify a bug. It securely handles the access so I can focus on testing. ----- ### "Very reliable" — 5.0/5 > **Irina** | *21 November 2023* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I use Okta everyday and I think of it as a necessity for what we do. > > **Cons**: Love okta, no pitfalls to mention here.. ----- ### "Improving Security and Productivity Across the Organization" — 4.0/5 > **Arnold** | *9 June 2026* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I liked most about Okta was how it made security feel seamless rather than burdensome. As a Senior Executive at iQor, I appreciate solutions that not only strengthen security but also improve the employee experience, and Okta does both very well. The single sign-on feature significantly reduced the frustration of managing multiple passwords and gave employees faster access to the applications they use every day. At the same time, the platform's multi-factor authentication capabilities provided an added layer of protection without disrupting productivity. > > **Cons**: While my overall experience with Okta has been positive, one aspect I liked least was that the initial setup and integration process could be complex, especially when connecting a large number of applications and systems. As a Senior Executive at iQor, I understand that enterprise-grade security solutions require careful planning, but implementation can take significant time and coordination across teams. > > Overall, my experience with Okta as a Senior Executive at iQor has been very positive. The platform has played an important role in strengthening how we manage identity and access across a large and distributed workforce. It has helped simplify access to essential applications while maintaining a strong security foundation. ----- ### "Okta Is Amazing\!" — 5.0/5 > **Sarah** | *19 May 2026* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: My favorite thing about Okta is the password management and the ease of the use. The customer support is always amazing as well. > > **Cons**: My least favorite thing about Okta is the fact that the value for the money is a bit costly but also worth it to me. > > My overall experience with Okta is amazing, I like how easy it is to use, but also knowing my privacy and security won't be compromised. ----- Page: 1 / 39\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/419181/okta?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/419181/okta) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data