SimpleSAMLphp vs OpenAM

Struggling to choose between SimpleSAMLphp and OpenAM? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

SimpleSAMLphp is a Security & Privacy solution with tags like saml, identity-provider, single-signon, federation.

It boasts features such as Single sign-on, Federated identity, SAML 2.0 support, Shibboleth support, ADFS identity provider support, Social login integration, Multi-factor authentication and pros including Open source, Easy to install and configure, Supports many identity providers, Active development community, Modular and extensible.

On the other hand, OpenAM is a Security & Privacy product tagged with sso, authentication, authorization, access-control.

Its standout features include Single Sign-On (SSO), Federated Identity, Adaptive Risk-based Authentication, Authorization and Entitlement Management, Identity Federation, Session Management, OAuth 2.0 Support, and it shines with pros like Open source and free, Highly customizable and extensible, Wide protocol and standards support, Robust access management capabilities, Active open source community.

Feature	SimpleSAMLphp	OpenAM
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Security & Privacy	Security & Privacy

Product Overview

SimpleSAMLphp

Description: SimpleSAMLphp is an open-source PHP implementation of a SAML identity provider, aimed at educational and corporate environments. It enables single sign-on and federated identity across applications and organizations.

OpenAM

Description: OpenAM is an open source access management and federation server platform. It enables users to authenticate once and gain access to multiple applications and systems. OpenAM provides single sign-on, authorization, authentication, entitlements and other access management capabilities out of the box.

Key Features Comparison

SimpleSAMLphp Features

• Single sign-on
• Federated identity
• SAML 2.0 support
• Shibboleth support
• ADFS identity provider support
• Social login integration
• Multi-factor authentication

OpenAM Features

• Single Sign-On (SSO)
• Federated Identity
• Adaptive Risk-based Authentication
• Authorization and Entitlement Management
• Identity Federation
• Session Management
• OAuth 2.0 Support

Pros & Cons Analysis

SimpleSAMLphp

Pros

• Open source
• Easy to install and configure
• Supports many identity providers
• Active development community
• Modular and extensible

Cons

• Limited documentation
• Steep learning curve
• Requires PHP and web server
• Not as feature rich as proprietary solutions

OpenAM

Pros

• Open source and free
• Highly customizable and extensible
• Wide protocol and standards support
• Robust access management capabilities
• Active open source community

Cons

• Complex installation and configuration
• Steep learning curve
• Limited native integrations
• Requires expertise to fully utilize features

Pricing Comparison

SimpleSAMLphp

• Open Source

OpenAM

• Open Source