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Compare HCL AppScan and Tenable Nessus 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (53.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (39.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
$3,390.00 1 License With One-Time Purchase
HCL AppScan
Star Rating
(76)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (53.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Star Rating
(284)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (39.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$3,390.00 1 License With One-Time Purchase
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HCL AppScan vs Tenable Nessus
When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found Tenable Nessus easier to use, set up, and administer. However, reviewers preferred doing business with HCL AppScan overall.
- Reviewers felt that Tenable Nessus meets the needs of their business better than HCL AppScan.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that HCL AppScan is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Tenable Nessus over HCL AppScan.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
HCL AppScan
HCL AppScan CodeSweep
Free
Free-to-use security tool for developers alike who need to "spell check" and fix their code, as they write it, in multiple IDEs.
- Ideal for Developers
Tenable Nessus
Pro - 1 Year
$3,390.00
1 License With One-Time Purchase
1-year license of the industry-leading vulnerability assessment solution.
- Automate your vulnerability scanning process
Free Trial
HCL AppScan
Free Trial is available
Tenable Nessus
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
59
9.0
234
Ease of Use
8.5
62
8.9
235
Ease of Setup
8.5
31
8.7
157
Ease of Admin
8.7
31
8.9
151
Quality of Support
8.5
60
8.4
217
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
30
8.6
139
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
58
8.9
224
Features by Category
Administration
8.2
21
Not enough data
8.5
21
Not enough data
Analysis
8.6
22
Not enough data
7.8
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.0
22
Not enough data
Testing
7.6
21
Not enough data
7.8
21
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
7.9
21
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
7.5
21
Not enough data
Administration
8.1
26
Not enough data
8.2
28
Not enough data
Analysis
8.5
29
Not enough data
8.0
27
Not enough data
8.2
28
Not enough data
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
Testing
7.7
28
Not enough data
7.9
24
Not enough data
8.4
26
Not enough data
8.2
29
Not enough data
8.2
29
Not enough data
7.1
29
Not enough data
Performance
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.8
127
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Verified
Not enough data
6.7
125
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
122
|
Verified
Network
Not enough data
8.8
123
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
116
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
100
|
Verified
Application
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.3
74
Not enough data
7.6
94
Functionality - Software Composition Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Effectiveness - Software Composition Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Asset Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Risk Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
HCL AppScan and Tenable Nessus share no categories
Unique Categories
Tenable Nessus is categorized as Attack Surface Management and Vulnerability Scanner
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
HCL AppScan
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Tenable Nessus
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
24.3%
Computer & Network Security
13.5%
Computer Software
9.5%
Automotive
8.1%
Banking
6.8%
Other
37.8%
Information Technology and Services
26.8%
Computer & Network Security
17.5%
Financial Services
6.7%
Computer Software
6.3%
Banking
4.8%
Other
37.9%
Most Helpful Reviews
HCL AppScan
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
AppScan's thorough scanning capabilities and CI/CD integration streamline security testing. Detailed reporting aids in prioritizing vulnerabilities effectively.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Computer Software
updates are slow and it has been also slow updates on most of the time
Tenable Nessus
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Alejandro B.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
I really like the way it look for vulnerabilities into the iT environment and helps for the need of quick vulnerability assessment in the different devices and assets.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Grace C.
Verified User in Mental Health Care
Does not conform to Mac application uninstall standards. You must piecemeal remove Nessus in subdirectories and becomes a hassle to remove safely. I doubt most people use Terminal to remove software in multiple directions. This lack of care makes Security...
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
AppScan's thorough scanning capabilities and CI/CD integration streamline security testing. Detailed reporting aids in prioritizing vulnerabilities effectively.
Alejandro B.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
I really like the way it look for vulnerabilities into the iT environment and helps for the need of quick vulnerability assessment in the different devices and assets.
Verified User in Computer Software
updates are slow and it has been also slow updates on most of the time
Grace C.
Verified User in Mental Health Care
Does not conform to Mac application uninstall standards. You must piecemeal remove Nessus in subdirectories and becomes a hassle to remove safely. I doubt most people use Terminal to remove software in multiple directions. This lack of care makes Security...
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Discussions
Who owns AppScan?
1 comment
Official Response from HCL AppScan
HCL AppScan is owned by HCL Software.Read more
HCL AppScan has no more discussions with answers
I'm a consultant; can I use Nessus Professional to conduct my client's vulnerability scanning?
2 comments
AS
Yes, you can.Read more
Is Nessus professional the right product for me?
2 comments
Official Response from Tenable Nessus
Nessus Professional has always been designed for the security professional. The typical Nessus user is a consultant or contractor who is very experienced...Read more
Can I use Nessus professional data in other applications?
2 comments
Official Response from Tenable Nessus
Yes. Many third party applications can incorporate a Nessus file. This allows consultants to share the data with their clients’ other applications for the...Read more
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