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Okta vs SysCloud

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Okta

Cybersecurity

The identity platform for builders

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
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SysCloud

Backup

Backup and security for Google Workspace and Microsoft 365

From
$4/month
Free plan
No
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The short version

  • Okta has a free plan, then $6/user/yr; SysCloud starts at $4/mo.
  • Only Okta lists single sign-on (SSO); only SysCloud lists automated backup.
  • Where Okta falls short: requires $1,500 annual minimum contract.
  • Where SysCloud falls short: does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Okta and SysCloud actually diverge.

Attributes where Okta and SysCloud differ
AttributeOktaSysCloud
Starting priceFree$4/month
Free tierYesNo
CategoryCybersecurityBackup
Founded20092013

Identical on both: platforms (Web).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Okta

  • Single sign-on (SSO)
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Lifecycle management
  • Universal directory
  • API access management
  • B2B integration
  • Passwordless authentication
  • Adaptive MFA

Only in SysCloud

  • Automated backup
  • Ransomware protection
  • Cross-user restore
  • Data migration
  • DLP
  • Compliance archiving
  • Web support

Both cover

  • Microsoft 365
  • Google Workspace

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Okta

  • Employee SSOnot SysCloud
  • Customer identitynot SysCloud
  • B2B integrationnot SysCloud
  • Zero Trust securitynot SysCloud
  • Compliance

SysCloud

  • Data protectionnot Okta
  • Disaster recoverynot Okta
  • Business continuitynot Okta
  • Ransomware protectionnot Okta
  • Compliance

Both are used for compliance, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Okta

  • Requires $1,500 annual minimum contract
  • Admin-only MFA can be vulnerable to push notification fatigue attacks
  • Implementation requires significant services and integration fees in year one

SysCloud

  • Does not backup all Google Workspace data, such as Google Chat information
  • Can be slow with live data and large datasets
  • Difficult user interface for non-technical users
  • Limited backup frequency and capped storage on some plans

Pricing, plan by plan

Okta

Free
  • Starter Suite$6/user/mo
    • SSO
    • MFA
    • Universal Directory
  • Core Essentials Suite$14/user/mo
    • Adaptive MFA
    • Privileged Access
    • Lifecycle Management
  • Essentials Suite$17/user/mo
    • Same as Core Essentials
    • Most popular
  • Professional SuiteOn request
    • Device Access
    • Identity Security Posture
    • Threat Protection

SysCloud

$4/month
  • Custom Plans$4/user/mo
    • Starts at $4 per user per month
    • Discounts for yearly plans
    • Bulk purchase discounts

Which should you pick?

Choose Okta if

  • You need single sign-on (sso).
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want multi-factor authentication.
Okta review

Choose SysCloud if

  • You need automated backup.
  • You also want ransomware protection.
SysCloud review

Questions people ask

Is Okta or SysCloud better?
Neither clearly leads. Okta starts at Free and SysCloud at $4/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Okta or SysCloud?
Okta has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Okta and $4/month for SysCloud.
Does Okta or SysCloud run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Okta for free?
Yes. Okta has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. SysCloud starts at $4/month.
What is Okta best used for?
Okta is most often used for employee sso, customer identity, b2b integration, zero trust security. Of those, employee sso and customer identity are not what SysCloud is typically brought in for.
What can Okta do that SysCloud cannot?
Okta covers Single sign-on (SSO), Multi-factor authentication, Lifecycle management, Universal directory. SysCloud covers Automated backup, Ransomware protection, Cross-user restore, Data migration. Both handle Microsoft 365, Google Workspace.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Okta: What is the minimum contract for Okta Workforce Identity?

Okta requires a $1,500 annual minimum contract for Workforce Identity plans. Pricing starts at $6 per user per month (Starter) and ranges to $17 per user per month (Essentials), billed annually.

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SysCloud: What applications does SysCloud backup?

SysCloud backs up Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Google Classroom, Slack, HubSpot, QuickBooks Online, Salesforce, Box, and Xero with automated daily backups.

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Okta: Does Okta offer a free trial?

Yes, Okta provides a 30-day free trial so customers can explore all product capabilities before committing to a paid plan.

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SysCloud: Does SysCloud have a free trial?

Yes, SysCloud offers a 30-day free trial to evaluate the platform before committing to a paid plan.

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Okta: How many pre-built integrations does Okta support?

Okta offers over 7,000 pre-built integrations with popular enterprise applications including Salesforce, Slack, Workday, Box, Confluence, and Zendesk.

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SysCloud: What is SysCloud's uptime guarantee?

SysCloud operates on AWS infrastructure with 99.99% availability, running backups 365 days per year.

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Okta: What security features does Okta provide for admins?

Okta provides multi-factor authentication, adaptive MFA, single logout, and identity threat detection and response. However, only 94% of Okta customers have MFA enabled for administrators.

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SysCloud: How does SysCloud detect ransomware?

SysCloud can identify files encrypted by ransomware and restore a safe version, helping protect against data loss from ransomware attacks.

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Okta: Can Okta integrate with on-premises directories?

Yes, Okta's Universal Directory and lifecycle management support cloud and on-premises identity sources, including Active Directory and LDAP.

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