Head-to-head · Zero Trust Architecture Software
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange vs Akamai Enterprise Application Access
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange leads on 0 checks, Akamai Enterprise Application Access on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreZscaler Zero Trust Exchange · 9.3/10
- Most featuresZscaler Zero Trust Exchange · 2 of 4
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange scores higher on our rubric for zero trust architecture software: 9.3 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange is the better fit for enterprises seeking integrated zero-trust security. Akamai Enterprise Application Access is the better fit for enterprises needing flexible private-app access controls.
- Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange fits best
Enterprises seeking integrated zero-trust security
- Akamai Enterprise Application Access fits best
Enterprises needing flexible private-app access controls
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Side by side
| Feature | Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | Akamai Enterprise Application Access 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #1 in Zero Trust Architecture Software | #8 in Zero Trust Architecture Software |
| Best for | Enterprises seeking integrated zero-trust security | Enterprises needing flexible private-app access controls |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted, Browser extension | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Tickets, Phone, Community, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 200+ integrations | 6 integrations |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Enterprise, Mid-market |
| Features Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange 2/4 · Akamai Enterprise Application Access 0/4 | ||
| Device posture checks | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Private app access | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Secure web gateway | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| CASB controls | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Deployment model | Not checked yet | Hybrid |
| Identity providers | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange brings web security, private-application access, SaaS controls, data protection, and device posture policies into a cloud-delivered platform. It is aimed at mid-market and enterprise organizations modernizing… Read the review → |
Akamai Enterprise Application Access provides identity-based access to private applications hosted on-premises, in public clouds, or across hybrid environments. It is aimed at enterprises and mid-market organizations that need to control… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange — where it wins
- Combines web security with private-app access and SaaS controls
- Includes data loss prevention, browser isolation, and device posture checks
- Integrates with identity, cloud, and business platforms
Where it doesn't
- Essentials includes only limited private-app access
- Pricing is subscription-based and tailored through sales
- Broad feature coverage may exceed the needs of narrower deployments
Akamai Enterprise Application Access — where it wins
- Offers clientless web access and client-based access for TCP and UDP apps
- Applies device-posture assessments and adaptive access policies
- Supports SSH audits, session recording, and SIEM export
Where it doesn't
- Pricing is available through contact with sales
- Requires connectors in protected on-premises or cloud application environments
- Supported protocols can vary by application type
- Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange9.3/10 · Pricing on request
A broad security platform for organizations consolidating web and private-app access controls.
Visit ZscalerFull verdict → - Akamai Enterprise Application Access8.8/10 · Pricing on request
Flexible private-app access with posture policies, broad protocol support, and SIEM export.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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