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Bitwarden vs Delinea Secret Server comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 16, 2024

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Categories and Ranking

Bitwarden
Ranking in Enterprise Password Managers
14th
Average Rating
9.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.5
Number of Reviews
7
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Delinea Secret Server
Ranking in Enterprise Password Managers
8th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
62
Ranking in other categories
Privileged Access Management (PAM) (4th), Secrets Management Tools (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Enterprise Password Managers category, the mindshare of Bitwarden is 3.7%, down from 7.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Delinea Secret Server is 4.2%, down from 6.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Password Managers Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Delinea Secret Server4.2%
Bitwarden3.7%
Other92.1%
Enterprise Password Managers
 

Featured Reviews

AF
Chief Information Technology at a consultancy with 51-200 employees
Offers ease of use and app easily shows the password when I go to any application
The functionality to fully utilize passkeys could be improved. The last time I spoke to support, they said the development team was working on it. So far, it's working okay on my personal devices. I would like to log in with a master account using a passkey, that would be easy. The product is really great. I just miss the functionality to log in to Bitwarden using a passkey.
SP
Adjunct Assistant Professor at a university with 5,001-10,000 employees
Robust credential management has improved security and simplifies privileged access control
I would characterize common frustrations related to Delinea Secret Server rather than using the term dislike. One area is the complexity for the administrative part. While it is straightforward in core values, configuring advanced policies, custom templates, and other areas including discovery scans and detailed reporting have a steep learning curve and may require extra training. The user interface and terminology present another challenge. Some users feel that the user interface can feel dated or overly complex, with terminology around secrets and folder structures taking time to master. Pricing perception is another point where some costs are mixed, while many others find Delinea Secret Server more affordable and flexible than tier one competitors. However, smaller teams still view enterprise licensing as a significant investment. I have observed poor technical support, particularly in multiple reviews. The support can be slow, limited, and sometimes unhelpful when troubleshooting complex configurations or stability issues. Aggressive or untransparent sales practices also present a concern. Some customers on G2 have cited frustrations with hidden costs, such as unexpected EC2 instance fees and core features being unbundled or oversold during contract negotiation. Complex implementation and setup is another significant challenge. The initial configuration, deployment, and managing advanced policies or connectors requires specialized expertise that most organizations do not have, and the steep learning curve compounds this issue. Users transitioning to the cloud-hosted version frequently complain that the updated interface and permissions structure feel slow and problematic compared to the legacy on-premise setup. Integration and API challenges represent the final area of concern. The platform points out challenges with API tokenization and external system integration, and the lack of documentation is one of the key points I would highlight. This limitation affects the ability to integrate with external systems effectively.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"I've found something else that is extremely valuable. Bitwarden refers to it as "emergency access". It's essentially a digital legacy where you can assign approved users who can request access. If you don't decline within a certain timeframe, they can access it in case you're incapacitated or deceased. When I last checked, only a few services offered this feature. Bitwarden had the simplest and best implementation."
"The customer service and support are good. The technician is on time and the follow-up is amazing."
"The product has a very friendly community."
"It is open source and the premium package is reasonable."
"Having all the passwords in one place is helpful."
"In our organization, we use Bitwarden for managing product credentials. Bitwarden's collection feature enables us to securely create and store credentials, and we can easily provide team members with access to the relevant collections."
"Its integration capabilities and versatility, like the ability to securely save passwords and other critical information, make it incredibly useful."
"I like the one-way hash, as well as the ability to store it in the cloud and access it from anywhere."
"What I like best about this product is the interface."
"When making a decision about which solution to purchase, it often comes down to a choice between Thycotic and CyberArk, and the cost and features one gets with the latter provides a little more value and saves money in the process, although the former is somewhat easier to deploy and to get up and running."
"At this early stage, and based on my demo experience over the last two weeks, it appears to have more features than we require, but we can grow into it."
"The GUI interface is well-designed and user-friendly."
"Delinea Secret Server is a cost-effective solution."
"This is a product that I would recommend."
"Thycotic is a product that is so friendly that it can be used by nearly anyone and everyone, and that is a good place to be."
 

Cons

"It would be ideal if the application could be seamlessly integrated into our open-source software, especially for the purpose of enabling straightforward logging."
"I often use another password manager as well to keep my passwords separate, ensuring redundancy. But one simple thing Bitwarden could improve is providing an option to duplicate credentials. Often, you're creating many sets of credentials for the same thing. If they all have the same information, notes, login, collection, and naming - all you're changing is the password. The ability to duplicate credential records quickly would be a big win. It doesn't do that right now."
"I would like to log in with a master account using a passkey, that would be easy."
"The product could be cheaper."
"The solution should be made more secure as it has the banking sector and assets saved."
"The product must be a bit more unified and refined."
"Enhancing the tool by including additional security variables would be a valuable improvement."
"There are some things that I know are really important to include like A/B version features which are available in Windows. I would say that they should be included in the road map."
"When working with larger enterprises Thycotic Secret Server becomes a little cumbersome to work with because they do not allow as much flexibility as some of the other competitors, such as CyberArk. Thycotic Secret Server could improve by being more flexible when it comes to customization, and increase the number of API integrations."
"Delinea Secret Server needs to improve its reporting."
"On a scale of one to ten, I would rate Delinea Secret Server an eight. Everything seems to be working really well, and I don't believe it would be the perfect solution, but I don't believe there is a perfect solution either."
"The challenge for me with Delinea is that I may not be able to pitch it to an account with a low budget for PAM."
"The tool should integrate additional features like OCR."
"I formerly used only one service: the remote server. For example, I connected to the Active Directory user and the computer's console. But now, I need to do a remote connection to the domain controller. Maybe it only connects to that tool, the Active Directory users, and the computer management console, but not to the domain controller. Another thing Delinea could add is multi-factor authentication."
"It is also very expensive, and its price should be lower."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The product is not costly. I pay $10 per month."
"In our region, it comes at an affordable price."
"It is an open-source tool."
"The solution is reasonably priced."
"I use a free version and it works well for me."
"It isn't terribly expensive."
"The price of this solution is good."
"Secret Server is expensive when compared to the cost to some alternatives."
"Most customers opt for a yearly license."
"Pricing is comparable to competing products."
"When comparing the price of Thycotic Secret Server with other solutions it is reasonable."
"I would give the price a four on a scale from one to ten, with one being the cheapest and ten being the most expensive. We pay for the license on a yearly basis, and we paid for three years. It costs around 5000 a year."
"It would be beneficial if it were reduced."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
12%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Construction Company
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Large Enterprise3
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business25
Midsize Enterprise11
Large Enterprise29
 

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Also Known As

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Thycotic Secret Server, Delinea Password Reset Server
 

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Sample Customers

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Secure-24, University of San Diego, International Rescue Committee, San Francisco Ballet, Perkins Coie, University of San Diego, D.S.S. Limited, Turbo's Hoet, Eclipse Computing, Cathay Bank, Stellarise, J&R Consulting
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