Entra ID Pricing Details
This document outlines the pricing structure for Microsoft Entra ID, offering flexible options to meet the needs of organizations of all sizes.
Understanding Entra ID Plans
Microsoft Entra ID offers several editions, each building upon the previous one to provide a comprehensive suite of identity and access management capabilities. Choose the plan that best aligns with your security requirements and budget.
Entra ID Free
Included with your Azure subscription, Entra ID Free provides essential identity and access management capabilities for basic cloud-based applications.
- User and group management
- Password hash synchronization
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for administrators
- Single sign-on (SSO) for Microsoft Online Services
Entra ID P1
Entra ID P1 (Premium) extends the Free edition with advanced identity protection, access control, and hybrid identity capabilities. It is ideal for organizations managing a hybrid environment or requiring more robust security features.
| Feature | Entra ID Free | Entra ID P1 |
|---|---|---|
| User and group management | ✔ | ✔ |
| MFA for all users | ✔ | ✔ |
| Conditional Access policies | ✔ | ✔ |
| Single sign-on to 3,000+ SaaS apps | ✔ | ✔ |
| Hybrid identity with Entra Connect | ✔ | ✔ |
| Identity Protection (limited) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Privileged Identity Management (PIM) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Access Reviews | ✔ | |
| Entra ID Application Proxy | ✔ | |
| Passwordless authentication | ✔ |
Entra ID P1 Pricing: Typically around $6.00 per user per month.
Entra ID P2
Entra ID P2 (Premium) offers the most comprehensive identity and access management solution, including advanced security and identity protection features. It is designed for organizations with high-security requirements and complex compliance needs.
| Feature | Entra ID P1 | Entra ID P2 |
|---|---|---|
| All Entra ID P1 features | ✔ | ✔ |
| Entra ID Identity Protection (Full) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Entra ID Access Reviews | ✔ | ✔ |
| Entra ID Privileged Identity Management (PIM) | ✔ | ✔ |
| Entra ID Identity Governance | ✔ | |
| Entra ID Access Package Management | ✔ | |
| Risk-based Conditional Access | ✔ | |
| Security reports and dashboards | ✔ |
Entra ID P2 Pricing: Typically around $9.00 per user per month.
Licensing and Deployment
Entra ID licenses are typically purchased on a per-user, per-month basis. Licenses can be assigned directly to users in your directory. For detailed deployment guides and best practices, please visit the deployment guides section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I mix and match licenses within my organization?
A: Yes, you can assign different Entra ID licenses to different users within your organization based on their role and required functionality.
Q: Is there a trial version available?
A: Yes, Microsoft typically offers free trials for Entra ID P1 and P2. Please check the official Azure pricing page for trial availability.
Q: What are the differences between Entra ID and Azure AD Domain Services?
A: Entra ID is a cloud-based identity and access management service. Azure AD Domain Services provides managed domain services like domain join, group policy, and LDAP for legacy applications in Azure. They serve different purposes.
For more comprehensive pricing information, including specific enterprise agreements and volume licensing, please visit the official Microsoft Entra ID pricing page.