TrueConfig vs CIPP (CyberDrain Improved Partner Portal)

A detailed comparison to help you choose the right Microsoft 365 security tool for your organization.

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TrueConfig

Desired State Configuration platform for Microsoft 365 with continuous monitoring, drift detection, and auto-remediation.

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Free trial
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CIPP (CyberDrain Improved Partner Portal)

CIPP is an open-source multi-tenant management portal for Microsoft 365, designed primarily for MSPs to manage multiple client tenants from a single interface.

Pricing
Free (open-source, self-hosted)
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Feature Comparison

Feature
TrueConfig
CIPP
Setup Time
5 minutes
Hours (Azure setup)
Self-Hosting Required
Security Control Depth
55 controls
Templates
One-Click Remediation
Safety Gates
Rollback Capability
User/License Management
Bulk Tenant Operations
Open Source
Infrastructure Cost
Included
Azure costs
IncludedPartialNot included

Why Choose TrueConfig

  • Managed SaaS - no self-hosting required
  • Setup in 5 minutes vs hours of Azure configuration
  • Purpose-built for security DSC, not general tenant management
  • Deeper security control coverage (55 controls)
  • One-click remediation with rollback
  • Built-in safety gates for risky changes
  • No Azure infrastructure costs

Why Choose CIPP

  • Free and open-source
  • Broader tenant management features (users, licenses, etc.)
  • MSP-focused multi-tenant workflows
  • Strong community and active development
  • Full control over your data
  • Customizable to specific needs

TrueConfig for Security Focus, CIPP for MSP Operations

CIPP excels as a comprehensive MSP management portal with broad tenant administration features. TrueConfig is purpose-built for security configuration management with deeper control coverage, one-click remediation, and zero infrastructure overhead. Choose CIPP if you need general tenant management; choose TrueConfig if security drift detection and remediation is your priority.

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About CIPP (CyberDrain Improved Partner Portal)

CIPP is an open-source multi-tenant management portal for Microsoft 365, designed primarily for MSPs to manage multiple client tenants from a single interface.

CIPP Features

  • Multi-tenant management portal
  • Open-source and free
  • MSP-focused workflows
  • Bulk tenant operations
  • Standards/baseline templates
  • User and license management
  • Alert monitoring

CIPP Limitations

  • Requires self-hosting (Azure)
  • Complex initial setup
  • MSP-centric design (less suited for single tenants)
  • Limited auto-remediation
  • No managed SaaS option
  • Requires technical expertise to maintain

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