Google Cloud Identity & Access Management (IAM) vs. Smallstep Platform
A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.
| Metric | Google Cloud Identity & Access Management (IAM) | Smallstep Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4 | 4.2 |
| Review count | 58 | 10 |
| Ease of use | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Ease of setup | 8.9 | 8.3 |
| Quality of support | 8.8 | 8.1 |
| Meets requirements | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| NPS | 55.555556 | 30 |
| Small Business | 56.3% | 30.0% |
| Mid-Market | 27.1% | 30.0% |
| Enterprise | 16.7% | 40.0% |
| Total page views | 559 | 362 |
| Total LLM citations | 1,201 | 2,457 |
Google Cloud Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Fine-grained access control and visibility for centrally managing cloud resources.
- Ease of Use
- Security
- Intuitive
- Accessibility
- Access Control
- Easy Management
Smallstep Platform
Smallstep is a certificate management and device identity platform that helps organizations automate encryption, authentication, and access control across devices, users, and workloads. It provides a unified approach to establishing digital trust using cryptographic certificates rather than passwords or shared secrets. Smallstep is designed for IT, security, and DevOps teams that manage distributed infrastructure across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments.
- Ease of Use
- Secure Access
- Cross-Platform Compatibility
- Access Control
- Accessibility
- Security