Purple vs RADIUSaaS: cloud RADIUS, PKI & WiFi platform comparison
RADIUSaaS (by glueckkanja) provides cloud RADIUS for Microsoft Intune and Entra ID. Purple delivers enterprise passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise 802.1X with built-in managed PKI certificates - plus branded guest WiFi, captive portals, location analytics, and multi-tenant iPSK on the network hardware you already own.
- Passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise 802.1X (EAP-TLS) with zero PKI server management
- Native identity sync with Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace & JumpCloud
- Branded guest WiFi, drag-and-drop captive portals & location analytics included
- Vendor-agnostic overlay for Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Mist & Ubiquiti UniFi
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Why IT and security teams choose Purple over RADIUSaaS
RADIUSaaS requires pairing with external SCEPman or Microsoft Cloud PKI to issue and manage 802.1X device certificates.
Purple delivers passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise 802.1X and RADIUS-as-a-Service with built-in managed PKI certificates, removing CA server overhead.
RADIUSaaS focuses exclusively on corporate staff device authentication and RADIUS account management.
Purple unifies enterprise staff 802.1X security and branded guest WiFi on one platform, giving IT full access control and marketing a custom captive portal.
RADIUSaaS identity sync is centered primarily around Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory environments.
Purple syncs natively across Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, JumpCloud, SAML, and LDAP, keeping WiFi authentication independent of a single identity vendor.
RADIUSaaS offers single-tenant RADIUS authentication without multi-tenant network separation.
Purple provides native multi-tenant iPSK (private PSK) for student accommodation, Build-to-Rent, and coworking spaces, giving each tenant an isolated network.
RADIUSaaS pricing scales per user and per device tier alongside separate SCEPman licensing costs.
Purple uses transparent venue and access-point licensing that covers enterprise staff 802.1X security and unlimited guest WiFi logins without per-device taxes.
Built for IT engineering, security teams, and venue operations
Purple gives IT and security teams enterprise 802.1X WiFi security and cloud RADIUS, while giving venue teams guest WiFi, captive portals, and analytics on existing network hardware.
IT & network engineering
RADIUS-as-a-Service and passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise on Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, and Ubiquiti UniFi with no NPS or ISE servers to maintain.
Security & compliance
EAP-TLS certificate-based authentication, multi-IdP directory sync, backed by ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA, Cyber Essentials, and B Corp certification.
Guest experience & marketing
Branded captive portals, multi-language splash pages, first-party data capture, and real-time location heatmaps alongside enterprise staff WiFi.
Campus, student housing & BTR IT
Unified staff 802.1X, eduroam compatibility, and per-tenant iPSK network isolation across multi-building estates and residential properties.
Enterprise security and scale
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Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Purple | RADIUSaaS |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud RADIUS (RADIUS-as-a-Service) | ✓Multi-region hosted cloud RADIUS with global 99.999% SLA & RadSec support | ✓Core product: geo-redundant cloud RADIUS with RadSec |
| Passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise (EAP-TLS) | ✓Certificate-based 802.1X staff WiFi with zero PKI server management | ✓Supported via EAP-TLS certificate authentication |
| Built-in managed PKI & CA lifecycle | ✓Automated certificate issuance, renewal, and revocation within cloud RADIUS | –Requires separate SCEPman or Microsoft Cloud PKI pairing |
| Identity provider sync (Entra ID, Okta, Google) | ✓Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, JumpCloud, SAML, and LDAP | –Entra ID focused; manual account management for non-Microsoft IdPs |
| Microsoft Intune & MDM auto-provisioning | ✓Native SCEP / EST auto-enrollment for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android | ✓Intune partner integration via SCEPman PKI connector |
| Hardware-agnostic overlay | ✓Overlay on Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, UniFi | ✓Supports standard 802.1X access points |
| Branded guest WiFi & captive portal builder | ✓Drag-and-drop portal builder, 30+ languages, and custom splash pages | ✕Self-service account portal only - no guest marketing captive portal |
| Footfall & venue location analytics | ✓Real-time location heatmaps, dwell times, visitor retention, and footfall | ✕Authentication access logs only - no venue analytics |
| WiFi marketing automation & CRM sync | ✓Purple Engage: WiFi-triggered email, SMS, and 70+ CRM connectors | ✕Not in product scope |
| Multi-tenant / private PSK (iPSK) | ✓Isolated private networks for Build-to-Rent, student accommodation, and coworking | ✕Not in product scope |
| Enterprise security compliance | ✓ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA, Cyber Essentials, and B Corp certified | –ISO 27001 for glueckkanja dev and ops teams |
| Transparent pricing model | ✓AP and venue licensing with unlimited guest sessions and no per-device taxes | –Per-user and per-device tiers plus separate SCEPman PKI fees |
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One unified platform for staff 802.1X security and guest WiFi
Purple delivers cloud RADIUS and passwordless WPA2/3-Enterprise with EAP-TLS certificate-based authentication, synced directly to Entra ID, Okta, or Google Workspace with zero PKI server overhead. On the same platform, you get branded guest WiFi, captive portals, and footfall analytics on your existing Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, or Ubiquiti UniFi access points, backed by ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, and Cyber Essentials certification. Book a demo to see it on your network.
Frequently asked
Can Purple replace RADIUSaaS for cloud RADIUS and staff WiFi?
Yes. Purple provides cloud RADIUS with EAP-TLS certificate-based WPA2/3-Enterprise authentication, delivering the same core 802.1X security as RADIUSaaS. IT teams migrate by adding Purple as a RADIUS target on existing access points, switching SSIDs, and decommissioning legacy RADIUS servers with zero downtime. Purple then also handles guest WiFi, captive portals, and location analytics on the same platform.
Do I need SCEPman or an external PKI server to use Purple?
No. Purple includes built-in managed certificate issuance and lifecycle management within RADIUS-as-a-Service, eliminating the need to stand up or pay for separate SCEPman or Microsoft Cloud PKI infrastructure. RADIUSaaS requires external PKI integration to issue device certificates.
Which identity providers does Purple sync with compared to RADIUSaaS?
Purple authenticates natively against Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, JumpCloud, SAML, and LDAP, giving IT teams total identity provider flexibility. RADIUSaaS is built around Microsoft Entra ID, requiring manual workarounds for non-Microsoft identity platforms.
How does Purple compare to RADIUSaaS on pricing and licensing?
RADIUSaaS uses per-user and per-device subscription tiers combined with separate SCEPman licensing costs. Purple uses simple venue and access-point licensing that includes enterprise staff 802.1X security and unlimited guest WiFi logins without per-device taxes.
Does Purple support multi-vendor network hardware?
Yes. Purple operates as a cloud overlay across Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper Mist, and Ubiquiti UniFi access points, allowing organizations to deploy secure staff WiFi and guest WiFi across mixed-vendor hardware estates.
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