Apache Syncope vs Clerk
| Apache Syncope | Clerk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | $1.67/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web | Android, api, extension, iOS, Web |
| SSO protocols | OpenID Connect, SAML 2.0, CAS | SAML, OIDC, OAuth 2.0 |
| MFA methods | TOTP, Duo Security, Google Authenticator, FIDO2 WebAuthn (Passkey) | SMS verification codes, authenticator applications (TOTP), backup codes, passkeys |
| Directory sync | Yes | Yes |
| Lifecycle provisioning | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Identity and Access Management Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Clerk scores higher on our published basis.