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Compare Intruder and Qualys VM 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (45.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $99.00 1 License
No pricing available
Intruder
Star Rating
(167)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $99.00 1 License
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansQualys VM
Star Rating
(22)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (45.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Intruder excels in ease of use with a score of 9.5, making it highly accessible for small businesses, while Qualys VM, with a score of 8.1, is noted for being more complex and less user-friendly, particularly for those without extensive technical expertise.
- Reviewers mention that Intruder's alerting feature stands out with a score of 9.8, providing timely notifications that help users respond quickly to vulnerabilities. In contrast, Qualys VM's alerting capabilities, scoring 8.3, are seen as less responsive, leading to potential delays in addressing security issues.
- G2 users highlight Intruder's automated scans, which received a high score of 9.5, as a significant advantage, allowing for regular and efficient vulnerability assessments. Qualys VM, while still effective with a score of 8.3, is perceived as less streamlined in this area, requiring more manual intervention.
- Reviewers say that Intruder's quality of support is exceptional, scoring 9.7, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. Conversely, Qualys VM's support, with a score of 7.5, is often described as lacking in timely assistance, which can be frustrating for users needing immediate help.
- Users on G2 report that Intruder's vulnerability assessment feature shines with a score of 9.7, providing comprehensive insights that help organizations prioritize their security efforts effectively. Qualys VM, while still competent with a score of 9.0, is noted for being less intuitive in presenting these insights, which can hinder decision-making.
- Reviewers mention that Intruder's asset discovery feature is rated a perfect 10.0, making it a standout for identifying and managing assets effectively. In comparison, Qualys VM's asset management capabilities, scoring 8.8, are seen as less robust, leading to potential oversights in asset visibility.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Intruder
Essential
Starting at $99.00
1 License
Find vulnerabilities in your external network and satisfy compliance needs.
- External scanning
- Application scanning
- 18,000+ open-source checks
Qualys VM
No pricing availableFree Trial
Intruder
Free Trial is available
Qualys VM
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
127
8.8
18
Ease of Use
9.5
132
8.2
18
Ease of Setup
9.6
111
8.1
13
Ease of Admin
9.6
107
8.6
13
Quality of Support
9.7
122
7.4
18
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
102
8.5
13
Product Direction (% positive)
9.7
116
8.7
18
Features by Category
Administration
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
22
Not enough data
9.8
21
Not enough data
Risk Analysis
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.7
21
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Threat Protection
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Administration
8.2
18
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
9.0
39
Not enough data
Analysis
9.3
32
Not enough data
9.0
29
Not enough data
9.6
41
Not enough data
Testing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
11
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
9.3
29
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Testing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance
9.1
58
|
Verified
8.5
8
|
Verified
9.4
67
|
Verified
9.2
8
|
Verified
7.8
64
|
Verified
5.6
8
|
Verified
9.5
73
|
Verified
8.3
8
|
Verified
Network
9.3
19
9.0
8
|
Verified
9.1
59
|
Verified
9.4
8
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.1
6
|
Verified
Application
8.3
34
|
Verified
7.7
5
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
32
|
Verified
8.3
6
API Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Security Testing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Asset Management
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.8
7
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
9.5
10
Not enough data
9.7
10
Not enough data
Risk Management
9.3
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Intruder and Qualys VM are categorized as Vulnerability Scanner
Unique Categories
Intruder is categorized as API Security, Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Penetration Testing, Website Security, Exposure Management Platforms, and Attack Surface Management
Qualys VM is categorized as Security Compliance
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Intruder
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Qualys VM
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
Computer Software
21.6%
Information Technology and Services
15.0%
Computer & Network Security
6.6%
Financial Services
5.4%
Insurance
3.0%
Other
48.5%
Information Technology and Services
35.0%
Computer & Network Security
30.0%
Banking
15.0%
Information Services
5.0%
Hospital & Health Care
5.0%
Other
10.0%
Most Helpful Reviews
Intruder
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Nigel H.
Verified User in Education Management
1. Intuitive user interface 2. Actionable insight 3. Cost effective
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Computer Software
Even more deeper integration for environments
Qualys VM
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Balaji Ganesh M.
Verified User in Banking
The User Interface was ecstatic and the information accuracy about the finding is best to tee.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Robert K.
Verified User
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Nigel H.
Verified User in Education Management
1. Intuitive user interface 2. Actionable insight 3. Cost effective
Balaji Ganesh M.
Verified User in Banking
The User Interface was ecstatic and the information accuracy about the finding is best to tee.
Verified User in Computer Software
Even more deeper integration for environments
Robert K.
Verified User
none so far cxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxccc
Alternatives
Discussions
What does Intruder actually test for you?
2 comments
Official Response from Intruder
Intruder currently performs ~10,000 checks varying from configuration weaknesses, security patches, and application bugs. An up-to-date list can always be...Read more
Will Intruder's scans damage my systems?
2 comments
Official Response from Intruder
It's very unlikely that Intruder's scans will damage your systems. If this is a concern of yours, users have the ability to throttle scans.Read more
What are Intruder's key principals?
1 comment
Official Response from Intruder
We pride ourselves on being a simple, intuitive product that still packs a punch. Vulnerability management can be a complicated task, but it doesn't have to...Read more
Qualys VM has no discussions with answers
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