TigerAccess vs. Teleport
Both platforms offer strong infrastructure access capabilities, but TigerAccess leads with AI agent support and next-generation safety controls.
TigerAccess Advantages
AI-Native Platform
First-class support for AI agents with identity, safety controls, and governance - features Teleport lacks entirely.
Circuit Breakers
Automatic intervention when AI agents exhibit anomalous behavior, preventing runaway operations.
Action Budgets
Set resource consumption limits for AI agents to prevent excessive API calls or operations.
MCP Protocol
Native support for Model Context Protocol enabling secure AI tool execution.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | TigerAccess | Teleport |
|---|---|---|
| AI Agent Identity & Governance | ||
| MCP Protocol Support | ||
| Rate Limiting & Action Budgets | ||
| SSH Access | ||
| Database Access | ||
| Kubernetes Access | ||
| Windows Desktop Access | ||
| Session Recording | ||
| Just-in-Time Access | ||
| Open Source Core | ||
| Single Binary Deployment | ||
| Built-in Certificate Authority |
Frequently Asked Questions
How easy is it to migrate from Teleport to TigerAccess?
TigerAccess uses a similar architecture to Teleport with certificate-based authentication and reverse tunnels, making migration straightforward. You can run both systems in parallel during transition. Most teams complete migration in 2-4 weeks with our migration guide and support.
What AI agent features does TigerAccess offer that Teleport does not?
TigerAccess provides first-class AI agent identity with embedded safety controls including rate limits, action budgets, circuit breakers, and resource scoping. We also support the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for secure AI tool execution. Teleport has no AI agent capabilities.
Can TigerAccess replace Teleport for SSH and database access?
Yes, TigerAccess provides full feature parity for SSH, database, Kubernetes, and Windows desktop access. Both use OpenSSH-compatible protocols, session recording, and just-in-time access. TigerAccess adds AI agent governance on top of these core capabilities.
How does pricing compare between TigerAccess and Teleport?
TigerAccess offers competitive pricing with transparent per-user licensing. Unlike Teleport Enterprise, we include AI agent features and advanced governance controls in all tiers. Contact our sales team for a detailed pricing comparison based on your team size.
Does TigerAccess integrate with existing identity providers like Teleport?
Yes, TigerAccess supports the same identity providers as Teleport including Okta, Google Workspace, Azure AD, GitHub, and generic OIDC/SAML providers. Your existing SSO integration will work with minimal configuration changes.
What about session recording and audit logging?
TigerAccess provides comprehensive session recording for all protocols (SSH, database, Kubernetes, RDP) with searchable audit logs stored in ClickHouse. We match Teleport's audit capabilities and add AI-specific context like agent actions, reasons, and outcomes.
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