The Top 6 Akamai Identity Cloud Alternatives
Blog post from Descope
Akamai Identity Cloud, originally a prominent customer identity platform, is now in maintenance mode with no new feature development, prompting organizations to seek alternatives due to its inability to support modern CIAM patterns like adaptive MFA and passwordless authentication. As teams face the dual challenge of supporting legacy systems while planning migrations, alternative platforms like Descope, Auth0, Microsoft Entra External ID, Amazon Cognito, Keycloak, and Ory Kratos offer solutions that address evolving identity requirements. Descope is highlighted for its modern, unified approach to identity management with features like visual orchestration and passwordless-first experiences, while Auth0 is recognized for its robust standards support and enterprise-grade capabilities. Microsoft Entra External ID is favored for enterprises relying on Microsoft's ecosystem, and Amazon Cognito offers seamless integration with AWS services. Open-source options like Keycloak and Ory Kratos provide full control over identity infrastructure, appealing to teams that prioritize customization and self-management. The choice of platform depends on the urgency of migration, required flexibility, and support for modern architectures and evolving identity needs.