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Apache Syncope vs Evolveum midPoint
Both stand on identity governance and administration software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Apache Syncope combines identity synchronization, provisioning, workflow, and access management in a free open-source package. Its deployment and storage options are broad, but teams should account for the project’s stated security upgrade guidance.
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Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3
MidPoint brings provisioning, access requests, reviews, and auditing into an open-source identity governance system. Check its production database and subscription requirements against your deployment needs.
Visit Evolveum midPointThe facts
| Apache Syncope | Evolveum midPoint | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | syncope.apache.org | evolveum.com |
| On identity governance and administration software | #2 of 26 | #1 of 26 |
Apache Syncope: what it does well
- Synchronizes identity data across repositories and formats
- Includes lifecycle workflows, approvals, and a web editor
- Offers REST access through Java client or HTTP
- Supports multiple listed SSO protocols and MFA methods
What to know first
- Requires self-hosting or supported infrastructure choices
- Security advisories recommend upgrading to specified releases
Evolveum midPoint: what it does well
- Automatically provisions accounts, groups, and organizational units
- Role catalog supports access requests and approval policies
- Access certification campaigns support review and remediation
- Connector catalog includes LDAP and Active Directory
- Free plan has no license fee
What to know first
- macOS is not supported for production use
- PostgreSQL is the only supported production database for version 4.10 and newer
- Clustering and selected features require an active support subscription
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