CyberArk Privileged Access Manager vs WALLIX Bastion comparison

CyberArk and WALLIX are both solutions in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category. CyberArk is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.6, while WALLIX is ranked #8 with an average rating of 7.0. CyberArk holds a 10.4% mindshare in PAM, compared to WALLIX’s 4.0% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of CyberArk users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 86% of WALLIX users who would recommend it.

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86% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 6, 2024

CyberArk Privileged Access Manager and WALLIX Bastion are both strong contenders in the cybersecurity domain. CyberArk often has an advantage due to its comprehensive security features, while WALLIX stands out for its ease of use and cost-effective pricing.

Features: CyberArk offers extensive integration capabilities, advanced security controls, and personalized support which enhances the security infrastructure for its users. It presents a robust security setup aiming at high-level protection. WALLIX features ease of deployment, user-friendly interface, and straightforward functionality making it a preferred choice for businesses seeking simplicity without compromising basic security needs.

Room for Improvement: CyberArk users identify areas like complex setup, performance issues, and the steep learning curve as needing improvements. Enhancing usability and streamlining processes could be beneficial. WALLIX users highlight reporting functionality, documentation, and expanding the feature set as areas of development. Improving the richness of features while ensuring ease of comprehension remains a focus.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: CyberArk's rich feature set results in a complex deployment process but is supported by highly rated customer service which helps navigate these complexities. This comprehensive guidance is beneficial for organizations requiring in-depth implementation assistance. WALLIX offers a straightforward deployment process with reliable customer support suitable for smaller or less specialized teams, promoting ease of use and quick start-up.

Pricing and ROI: CyberArk has higher setup costs reflecting its extensive capabilities, offering justified ROI for companies needing advanced protection. WALLIX provides a cost-effective alternative by delivering competitive ROI suitable for budget-conscious organizations, ensuring effectiveness without significant financial strain.

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Categories and Ranking

CyberArk Privileged Access ...

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

1st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

230

Ranking in other categories

User Activity Monitoring (1st), Enterprise Password Managers (3rd), Mainframe Security (1st), Operational Technology (OT) Security (3rd)

WALLIX Bastion

Ranking in Privileged Access Management (PAM)

8th

Average Rating

7.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Privileged Access Management (PAM) category, the mindshare of CyberArk Privileged Access Manager is 10.4%, down from 18.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of WALLIX Bastion is 4.0%, down from 8.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
CyberArk Privileged Access Manager	10.4%
WALLIX Bastion	4.0%
Other	85.6%

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Atul-Gujar

CyberArk manager at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

Secures critical infrastructures with essential user session audit records

A potential area for improvement is enhancing support for cluster environments and distributed Vaults. Clients in multiple countries that need central access have different challenges that require better solutions from CyberArk. For financial services, CyberArk can improve incident response by ensuring fast support for critical priority tickets to meet compliance requirements. Providing more documentation on CyberArk is recommended for new team members to enhance their troubleshooting capabilities. I understand it's up to the client, but 99% fail to change the demo key, so it's crucial for CyberArk to emphasize changing the key and documenting it as part of the installation process.

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René DRABO

Team Lead at a tech services company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Security has improved with monitored privileged sessions but the complex interface still needs work

I do not find WALLIX Bastion easy to use and ergonomic, but I have no clue about how much it costs. When I say it is not easy to use, I mean the interface is complex, but it might not be directly linked to the product; it might be linked to the way we implemented it in our context. The way we have to connect to a third Bastion and then launch another session bothers me. We also have some limitations, but I think this is linked to our context regarding how many times the session can stay open on the Windows session, which is not aligned with my needs. I am more of a promoter of other kinds of handling privileged access management with my use case, but it might not be linked to the tool; it is just because the implementation we made is not what I expect for my needs and it is not the way I want to work on my servers. In the past, I used the leader in PAM but cannot remember the name. I was more satisfied because the connection was more straightforward: I click on a button, make my authentication, and have my servers open, and this is the way I want it. The UI was the main reason why I thought the previous tool I was using was better.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"In terms of stability, there are no complaints; CyberArk, I would say, is an industry leader in this portfolio, especially in Privileged Access Management."

"CyberArk Privileged Access Manager's abilities to safeguard the infrastructure are important, as protecting credentials provides us with security and visibility."

"I find the discovery feature, which includes credential management, session management, monitoring, and remediation within a session, to be very valuable."

"The main, most valuable aspect is its capability to secure our environment."

"Technical support has been very responsive in navigating challenges. It is very easy to open a ticket."

"We are able to rotate privileged user passwords to eliminate fraudulent use."

"The most valuable feature is Special Monitoring."

"It has a lot of good tools, including everything we need."

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"The setup process was simple, and the solution can be implemented within less than one day."

"Its video recording capabilities have definitely been key for us."

"Technical support is very good; they have their own ticket system that is available for all customers and their system is already in different languages, for example, English, French, and, for us, Russian."

"Bastion provides a kind of isolation between the administration laptop and the server you want to administer."

"The most valuable feature of WALLIX Bastion is its password management capability, which is central to safeguarding sensitive information."

"The interface is very simple. It doesn't need any plug-ins, just browsers that are installed at the beginning."

"We have seen a lot of improvement, especially in regard to our forensic investigations."

"I feel WALLIX is better because it's simple, seamless, and easy to integrate."

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Cons

"Integration with the ticketing system should allow any number of fields to be used for validation before allowing a user to be evaluated and able to access a server."

"Integration of this tool with SAML is a problem, as there is a bug."

"The solution needs better features for end users to manage their own whitelisting for API retrieval."

"Its pricing is a big challenge here. When it started, the product came in at a very low cost. Now, they are the leaders in the market, so the cost has grown and is quite huge."

"Sometimes critical issues require follow-ups, as the support team doesn't always recognize the urgency of a critical ticket immediately."

"Sometimes they didn't always offer, for the less critical issues perhaps, a quick, easy, how-to-implement-it solution."

"There is a little bit of confusion in the implementation part, especially when one tries to understand the actual working of the product."

"Making the reports more editable would be beneficial."

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"The product doesn't have behavior analytics."

"The password management needs improvement. Management of Access Manager should be improved as well."

"The performance of WALLIX Bastion's password manager is very low."

"For me, the main issue has to do with the system performance itself."

"It would be better if I could manage multiple accounts in one place, like CyberArk. With WALLIX, you can only manage one account, and you are given a separate category. You have to click on each connection to do anything. For example, CyberArk might give three options for one connection if you want to have an interactive user-level experience. But with WALLIX, you have to click three times to get that access. Also, the biggest disadvantage of WALLIX is the reporting. I feel like it's very weak in reporting when compared to the other solutions. As a solution, they're good and stable. But they need to make their reports neater and better. Right now, we're going to the console and then pressing buttons every single time."

"WALLIX Bastion is GUI-driven, but it sometimes needs some management."

"I do not find WALLIX Bastion easy to use and ergonomic."

"There should be more effort to increase the level of security."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Quite expensive"

"I do not have any opinions to add about the pricing of the product."

"CyberArk is very expensive and there are additional fees for add-ons."

"Although CyberArk Privileged Access Management is expensive, its protection capabilities outweigh the cost."

"I'm a technician so I don't handle the licensing for CyberArk Privileged Access Manager, but I know that the price for the core license is about €140 per year. There's another type of license, the external vendor license, and that's about €600 and you can manage twenty devices. From what I know, the price for one device in a subscription is about €65 per year. You can buy the CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Manager too, or you can buy some other application or application license with CyberArk Privileged Access Manager, but all other features, such as the Analytics Server is included in the basic CyberArk license. With WALLIX, you need to buy separate licenses for the features."

"I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten."

"With the current model of licensing, for my use cases, sometimes it's hard to convince the management and get budget approvals for it. It's expensive and you're not getting anything new. It's just a control, but in terms of risk, you are covering a big impact on the company. Improvement in the licensing prices is something I would want to have."

"Pricing and licensing depend on the environment."

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"Some extra price needs to be paid for license."

"The solution's pricing is comparable to that of other products."

"The solution's price is mid-ranged."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	59
Midsize Enterprise	42
Large Enterprise	174

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	5

Questions from the Community

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What do you like most about CyberArk Privileged Access Manager?

The most valuable features of the solution are control and analytics.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for CyberArk Privileged Access Manager?

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for WALLIX Bastion?

The price of WALLIX Bastion is rated five out of ten, positioning it in the middle. The cost is justified by the features and capabilities we receive.

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What needs improvement with WALLIX Bastion?

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What is your primary use case for WALLIX Bastion?

The major use cases for WALLIX Bastion are general privileged access management, such as connecting to a server or securing SSH.

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Also Known As

CyberArk Privileged Access Security, CyberArk Enterprise Password Vault

Bastion

Overview

CyberArk Privileged Access Manager safeguards privileged accounts through password management, credential rotation, and session recording. With seamless integration and real-time monitoring, it ensures robust security across platforms.

CyberArk Privileged Access Manager is recognized for its extensive capabilities in managing and securing privileged accounts. It offers vital functionalities such as automatic password rotation, real-time session monitoring, and cross-platform integration through APIs and custom connectors. Users find the flexibility in workflows and granular access controls beneficial, particularly in protecting access across cloud and on-prem infrastructures. However, improvements in its interface, installation process, plugin support, and integration with third-party tools are often suggested. Pricing is a concern for many, along with the need for better dashboard reporting, user provisioning, and enhanced documentation. Organizations leverage this tool for encrypting and monitoring critical account activities and automating password management to bolster security.

What are the key features of CyberArk Privileged Access Manager?

Enterprise Password Vault: Provides secure storage and management of enterprise credentials.
Privilege Session Manager: Offers comprehensive session recording and monitoring.
Privileged Threat Analytics: Detects and alerts on potential credential threats.
Integration Capabilities: Easily integrates with multiple systems using APIs and custom connectors.

What benefits or ROI should users expect?

Enhanced Security: Automates and centralizes password management, reducing risk of account misuse.
Compliance Support: Ensures alignment with compliance policies through automated processes.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines security operations with real-time monitoring and integration.
Adaptability: Protects privileged access across diverse infrastructure setups including cloud and on-prem.

CyberArk Privileged Access Manager finds substantial use in industries such as finance, healthcare, and technology, where the protection of privileged accounts is critical. These sectors rely on its capabilities to manage application credentials securely and provide safe access for developers, administrators, and vendors across various infrastructures.

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WALLIX Bastion is a Linux-based solution designed for password management, access control, and session monitoring. Its browser-based access minimizes VPN needs while supporting third-party access, focusing on compliance and security.

WALLIX Bastion offers comprehensive security features like password rotation and session recording. It ensures secure connections and limits public port exposure, integrating seamlessly with other systems. Although the interface requires simplification, it provides intelligent privilege control and supports secure external vendor connections.

What are the most noteworthy features of WALLIX Bastion?

Password Management: Automatically rotates and secures access credentials.
Access Manager: Offers control and visibility over privileged accounts.
Seamless Integration: Easily aligns with existing IT infrastructure.
Session Management: Records and monitors user activity.
Browser-based Access: Eliminates the need for VPNs with secure web access.

What benefits and ROI should users consider?

Enhanced Security: Prevents unauthorized access and data breaches.
Compliance Assurance: Meets industry regulations for data protection.
Efficient Access Control: Streamlines management of multiple accounts.
Cost-Effectiveness: Reduces operational costs with optimized resource use.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies privileged access management.

In medical industries, WALLIX Bastion aids in maintaining HIPAA compliance by monitoring sessions, offering secure remote access management crucial for international companies auditing CLI commands. It supports Active Directory security training, benefiting enterprises managing sensitive data and application access.

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Sample Customers

Rockwell Automation

RTBF, Pharmagest, Michelin Group, Niort Hospital

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