IBM Verify vs WiKID
IBM Verify
ibm.comWiKID
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| Figure | IBM Verify | WiKID |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1,324.94/mo | $20/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Spec score · Multi-Factor Authentication Software | 8.7 (#4) | 7.8 (#27) |
| Integrations | Verify supports application federation using SAML and OpenID Connect and offers predefined or custom application templates and REST APIs. | The maker lists Cisco, Checkpoint, Fortinet, pfSense, and enterprise VPN solutions as compatible tools. |
Plans
WiKID
- WiKID Strong Authentication ServerFree
- WiKID Strong Authentication Server$240 a year
In their own words
WiKID
WiKID provides organizations with an on-premises two-factor authentication solution. Its supported factors are a PIN and a WiKID software token or device. The maker lists RADIUS, LDAP, TACACS+, SAML, native Active Directory, and API or network clients as integration methods, alongside compatibility with Cisco, Checkpoint, Fortinet, pfSense, and enterprise VPN solutions. Security features listed include self-hosting, keys generated on the device, a hardened VM appliance, RSA 4096-bit encryption keys, and customizable security parameters. The server is available as Linux packages, an ISO for virtual appliances or bare metal, and a VirtualBox image. Listed Linux packages cover RedHat, CentOS, Fedora, and Ubuntu; the recommended 64-bit ISO is based on Rocky 9. Token clients are listed for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS, and API packages are available for Python, Ruby, Java, C#, and PHP. The free server plan covers up to five users. Paid pricing starts at $24/user/yr, with annual upfront payments; a 25% discount is stated for three-year agreements and for qualifying educational and nonprofit institutions with 25 seats or more.