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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Okta vs Linear
Enterprise IT & Security Teams · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Okta | Linear |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $2/moBetter | $8/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 200 req/min | 600 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | Authentication & Identity | Project Management |
| Compliance | GDPR, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA, FedRAMP, CCPA | SOC2, GDPR |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East | US, EU |
| Native Integrations | 7 listedBetter | 6 listed |
Okta — Key Specs
- ✓Universal directory manages identities across all apps from a single control plane
- ✓Lifecycle management automates user provisioning and deprovisioning via SCIM
- ✓Adaptive MFA applies contextual risk scoring to each login without user friction
- ✓Workforce Identity and Customer Identity both on one platform — single contract
Linear — Key Specs
- ✓Fastest issue tracker (keyboard-first)
- ✓Built for engineering teams
- ✓GitHub sync
- ✓Cycles = Sprints with zero friction
- ✓Used by best SA tech startups
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Okta or Linear?+
Okta starts at $2/mo, which is lower than Linear at $8/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Okta or Linear?+
Both support GDPR, SOC2. Okta additionally supports ISO27001, HIPAA, FedRAMP, CCPA.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Okta or Linear?+
Linear has a higher API rate limit at 600 requests per minute. Okta: 200 req/min. Linear: 600 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
Okta is evaluated for Enterprise IT & Security Teams in Global with hosting regions: US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East. Linear has hosting regions: US, EU. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 25 June 2026
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