Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Okta vs Salesforce
Enterprise IT & Security Teams · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Okta | Salesforce |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $2/moBetter | $25/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 200 req/min | 1000 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | Authentication & Identity | CRM |
| Compliance | GDPR, SOC2, ISO27001, HIPAA, FedRAMP, CCPA | GDPR, CCPA, POPIA, SOC2, ISO27001, FedRAMP |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East | US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East |
| Native Integrations | 7 listedBetter | 7 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
Salesforce — Key Specs
- ✓Einstein AI forecasting surfaces at-risk deals before they slip
- ✓AppExchange has 7,000+ certified B2B integrations
- ✓POPIA and GDPR data governance controls built into Org settings
- ✓Customisable objects and flows handle any sales process complexity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Okta or Salesforce?+
Okta starts at $2/mo, which is lower than Salesforce at $25/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Okta or Salesforce?+
Both support GDPR, SOC2, ISO27001, FedRAMP, CCPA. Okta additionally supports HIPAA. Salesforce additionally supports POPIA.
Is Okta or Salesforce compliant with South Africa's POPIA?+
Salesforce supports POPIA compliance. Okta does not list POPIA as a supported framework.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Okta or Salesforce?+
Salesforce has a higher API rate limit at 1000 requests per minute. Okta: 200 req/min. Salesforce: 1000 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. Salesforce has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 25 June 2026
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