Corma versus Trelica (1Password)
Looking for a more holistic alternative to Trelica?
In 2024, the average organization uses over 130 SaaS management applications, and managing secure access to resources across this sprawling ecosystem has become a critical challenge. When it comes to enhancing your password management strategy with robust governance tools, both Corma and Trelica offer compelling approaches to 1Password integration.
Choosing the right platform can transform your organization’s security posture and streamline how your teams manage user access. This comprehensive comparison will help you determine which management solution aligns with your specific business requirements.
1Password is primarily a security and password management platform designed to help organizations protect credentials and manage access to applications. 1Password offers a solution that centralizes password management, secrets storage, and secure access for IT and security teams. The goal is to reduce security risks, simplify access control, and improve overall organizational security hygiene.
SMBs, mid-size, and large enterprises
2005 in Toronto by Dave Teare and Roustem Karimov
The Comparison
Corma positions itself as an intelligent access governance platform that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate identity management workflow,While Trelica takes a broader approach to the identity governance challenge. Now integrated as Trelica by 1Password, this platform focuses on comprehensive SaaS discovery and application lifecycle management.
Let’s break down how these platforms compare across the capabilities that matter most to IT leaders and security teams.
Native API connectivity
Deep integration (1Password-owned)
50+ enterprise applications
300+ SaaS applications
Supports major identity providers
Full SSO orchestration
REST API available
Comprehensive API suite
Supported
Full integration
These results reflect performance improvements achieved through the use of Corma for SaaS management and automation.
Automation
employees onboarded and offboarded automatically
Time spent
spent less with Corma per week for management
Cost Efficiency
saved monthly by optimizing SaaS licences
Implementation Requirements Overview
Successful deployment requires understanding the time, resources, and technical requirements each platform demands.
Corma:Typically 2-4 weeks for initial setup, 4-8 weeks for full optimization
Technical requirements:
- Cloud based deployment (no on-premise infrastructure needed)
- API access to 1Password and connected applications
- Identity provider integration (Okta, Azure AD, etc.)
- Designated admin resources for configuration
Ongoing maintenance:
- Regular review of AI recommendations
- Periodic tuning of risk thresholds
- Quarterly compliance report generation
Trelica: 1-2 weeks for basic visibility, 4-6 weeks for complete workflow implementation
Technical requirements:
- Web based administration console access
- Browser extensions or SSO integration for discovery
- API credentials for connected platforms
- Integration with existing workflow tools
Ongoing maintenance:
- Application inventory management
- License reconciliation reviews
- User access lifecycle monitoring
Pricing and Business Model
The pricing reflects each platform’s target audience:
Corma: Designed for growing IT teams and mid-sized organizations, Corma focuses on delivering ROI through automated SaaS governance, license optimization, and operational efficiency. Pricing is available on request and structured to remain accessible without the overhead or complexity of enterprise-heavy platforms.
1Password: Designed for organizations focused on modern access security and credential governance, pricing is available on quote request and scales based on company size and feature requirements. Businesses adopting the platform gain value through simplified password management, stronger authentication practices, and centralized control over employee access to critical applications.
What makes Corma more secure than Trelica?
Corma focuses on identity and access controls; Trelica emphasizes SaaS operations.
How do Corma and Trelica differ on spend control?
Corma reduces license waste directly; Trelica tracks usage and subscriptions.
Can Corma help with EU data privacy better than Trelica?
Yes, Corma’s EU-focused controls meet strict compliance; Trelica’s options vary.
Which scales better for SMBs?
Corma is streamlined for SMEs; Trelica suits larger SaaS portfolios.



