Blazam vs One Identity Active Roles

Blazam is a free, open-source web interface for delegating Active Directory administration to non-IT staff. It manages users, groups, organizational units, computers, and printers, including account unlocks, password resets, group assignments, and attribute changes. Administrators can create reusable access levels for groups or individuals, with controls for individual attributes and actions. Rules can trigger Active Directory actions in response to events or on schedules, using filters, ordered processing, conditional stops, and expiration settings. Blazam also lists a REST API and webhook notifications, and offers MFA through Cisco DUO or Google Authenticator-compatible TOTP. Its documentation says passwords are encrypted at rest and in transit, connections support TLS/SSL, and the app is designed to run as an unprivileged account. Windows installation can use IIS or a standalone service; Linux installation supports Apache, nginx, or a standalone service. Blazam requires Active Directory and a domain-joined Windows host. A well-defined OU structure is needed for granular delegation, and the documentation advises against installing it on a Domain Controller. The free plan is free and is MIT licensed for personal and commercial use.

One Identity Active Roles is a paid administration and governance product for Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365. A unified console brings those environments into one interface, while workflow automation helps implement and enforce consistent policies. Lifecycle management uses automation and scripting to support least-privilege accounts. Role-based access control enables fine-grained delegation across Active Directory domains and Entra ID and Microsoft 365 tenants. Change history and activity tracking support audits and remediation. Listed integrations include One Identity Manager, Safeguard Authentication Services, Defender, Change Auditor, GPO Admin, Password Manager, and Starling Connect. Supported platforms are web, iOS, Android, and self-hosted virtual or physical appliances; the installation guide describes on-premises requirements. A license must be purchased for legal use, and the fee depends on the number of managed users. Pricing is on request. There is no free plan, but the product page offers a free trial and a virtual trial. Listed capabilities include delegated administration, AD auditing, lifecycle automation, and reporting; password self-service is not included.