HighSubmit vs
Infisical
A features and architectural comparison of SSO setups, just-in-time session management, and developer tools integration.
| Feature / Capability | HighSubmit Vault | Infisical |
|---|---|---|
| SSO Support (Base Tiers) | Yes (Built-In) | Restricted (SSO limits on base tiers) |
| Just-In-Time (JIT) Sessions | Native (15m default) | Custom configurations (Complex setup) |
| Cryptographic Decryption | Client-Side (Zero-Knowledge) | Client-Side (Zero-Knowledge) |
| CLI Variable Injection | Simple (`hs vault get`) | Yes (Requires environment bounds) |
1. SSO and Identity-First Boundaries
Infisical provides client-side decryption, but limits integrations with identity systems like Okta, SAML, and Active Directory on their lower pricing structures, requiring custom Enterprise licenses. HighSubmit is SSO-Native, providing full corporate identity integrations across standard tiers to secure platforms from day one.
2. Simplified JIT Sessions
Infisical requires configuring complex security policy exceptions and external configurations to achieve temporary key access. HighSubmit is designed for Just-in-Time access by default. Platform engineers request scoped access keys that automatically expire in 15 minutes, with zero extra configuration.
Comparison FAQs
Why choose HighSubmit over Infisical?
If your engineering team requires SSO logins (Okta, Entra ID) and short-lived credentials (JIT) without paying for enterprise tier contracts, HighSubmit is the ideal solution.
Are both vaults zero-knowledge?
Yes. Both HighSubmit and Infisical derive cryptographic keys locally on user machines, ensuring that neither provider can read your stored secrets.