We compared Qualys VMDR and Rapid7 InsightVM based on our users reviews in six parameters. After reading the collected data, you can find our conclusion below:
The setup process for Qualys VMDR was considered simple and quick, with users reporting it taking anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of days. However, there were some difficulties mentioned regarding integration and data privacy. Despite these challenges, the overall feedback on the setup was positive. On the other hand, the initial setup for Rapid7 InsightVM had mixed experiences. While some users found it easy and completed it within an hour or a few hours, others faced difficulties and it took them several months, even with professional assistance. The ease of setup was generally rated between three to five out of five.
Qualys VMDR is notable for its effective prioritization system, ongoing monitoring, adaptable dashboard, and extensive vulnerability overview. On the other hand, Rapid7 InsightVM stands out for its efficient scan engine installation, precise scanning, customizable dashboards, and risk scoring.
Both Qualys VMDR and Rapid7 InsightVM have areas that could be improved. Qualys VMDR could enhance user experience and UI design, improve SLA tracking and batch prioritization, integrate with other products, and improve reporting. On the other hand, Rapid7 InsightVM needs better integration, enhanced reporting, improved user-friendliness, and stronger customer support.
The cost of setting up Qualys VMDR can differ based on required features, with reviewers finding it reasonably priced or competitive. However, there are extra charges for specific features. In contrast, Rapid7 InsightVM is generally considered to be more expensive, but some users find the pricing reasonable because of the flexibility in defining assets and sites.
Qualys VMDR is praised for its positive impact on ROI, effectively mitigating risks and enhancing cybersecurity. Nonetheless, there are apprehensions regarding rising expenses. On the other hand, Rapid7 InsightVM is highly regarded for its outstanding ROI, effectively thwarting cyber attacks and delivering substantial value. While some reviewers perceive the ROI as satisfactory, others consider it to be moderate.
The customer service for Qualys VMDR has received both positive and negative feedback. Some customers appreciate the convenience of accessing a global team and the implementation of suggested improvements. However, there are concerns about the response time and the expertise of the support personnel. In contrast, Rapid7 InsightVM's support is generally regarded as good, with well-informed technical assistance. Nonetheless, there have been instances of delayed response time.
Comparison Results
Based on the reviews, Qualys VMDR offers a simple and convenient setup process, along with a strong prioritization system and valuable features. However, it requires enhancements in user experience, integration, reporting, and pricing. On the other hand, Rapid7 InsightVM also provides an easy setup, valuable features like scan engines and customizable dashboards. It could benefit from improved integration, reporting, user-friendliness, and customer support. Qualys VMDR seems to have an advantage in prioritization and comprehensive vulnerability management, while Rapid7 InsightVM may excel in scan optimization and remediation management.
"This is one of the best products I have worked with so far. I like the power of Qualys, and it's a better solution because you can scan a compact file, a BIT file, or batch files. The product already knows what's happening inside, and you don't need to expand the package. Tenable will do the same thing, but you need to have a package issuance claim. With Qualys, we can immediately understand the file, even a compact file. If there's some kind of discovery or incident, you will know what happened in the environment."
"The most valuable feature of Qualys Container Security is the detailed information in the reports and the remediation. This is done to make sure there are no vulnerabilities."
"Qualys VM has allowed us to know the vulnerabilities we need to prioritize based on the threat levels and the possible impact if there's an intrusion."
"Qualys VM's best features are vulnerability management and customizable scoring."
"There are fewer false positives when using this solution."
"There are many features. Its reliability, ease of installation, ease of use, and the richness of the information provided are the most valuable features."
"Qualys has a continuous endpoint monitoring feature for agent-based scanning. Once you deploy the solution, it monitors everything that is happening every 30 minutes. Then, if there are any vulnerabilities, they are reported."
"I find Qualys VM very robust, and it's very useful for vulnerability management and patch management. The value that it brings to my environment is economies of scale. There is no limitation on adding any endpoints. You go by the rule, and it's added once another endpoint is added to our environment. It's automatically installed, and it's less work from our end. It frees up my license automatically if I don't need an endpoint or if my machine is decommissioned. I like the dashboard displays because I don't see any duplication. The most important part is vulnerability management and prioritization. Unlike Symantec, it shows the kind of vulnerability I would want to patch first. It provides a holistic view of the kind of vulnerabilities and the ones I should remediate first. I don't have to do a scan; it just brings up those critical kinds of vulnerabilities like zero-day vulnerabilities and tells me to prioritize them. You have to prioritize these vulnerabilities first and go on with the rest. The dashboard shows me the ones that have been fixed, so I don't have to complete an aging report. The user experience and the graphical interface are good. As it's user-friendly and understandable on an executive level, it brings real value. We also use this solution because it's robust and flexibile."
"The solution scales well."
"It is stable and scalable."
"The main functionality of identifying item endpoints that weren't properly patched or had vulnerabilities is the solution's most valuable feature."
"This solution is much more user-friendly than past solutions I have used."
"The most valuable features are its reporting capabilities and the host discovery functionality."
"The most valuable feature is the vulnerability scan."
"NeXpose is a pretty good vulnerability scanner... There's a nice dashboard."
"The solution works well."
"Qualys could improve the inbuilt dashboards."
"I do not like that all of the data is stored on the cloud."
"The only improvement I can think of is on the implementation side. At times it is a bit slow."
"Qualys VM's scanner doesn't pick up every vulnerability, so we have to use multiple scanners to cover that gap."
"There seems to be a lack of easy onboarding into Qualys."
"The disadvantage of working with Qualys is that the graphical interface is quite outdated."
"When you want to cover yourself for scalability, you will be charged for the number you place on the scan itself."
"I would like to have CSPM, a continuous scan-like cloud added to the solution."
"There are not enough templates, and the reporting is weak with this solution."
"One area I would like to improve in InsightVM is its integration with other solutions."
"They should improve the cybersecurity feature of the solution."
"We are a registered reseller and a trusted partner. However, for us to get any support from them I can't log a call directly with Rapid7 InsightVM. I have to work with the distributor to log the call for me."
"The product does not have the capability to do dynamic scanning of non-web applications."
"We'd like the agent to cover more compliance issues."
"Technical support does not respond quickly."
"I would say that it improved our visibility, but it left things open."
Qualys VMDR is ranked 3rd in Risk-Based Vulnerability Management with 76 reviews while Rapid7 InsightVM is ranked 4th in Risk-Based Vulnerability Management with 55 reviews. Qualys VMDR is rated 8.2, while Rapid7 InsightVM is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Qualys VMDR writes "Good visibility but expensive and needs better support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Rapid7 InsightVM writes "You can scan a network, and receive recommendations to address vulnerabilities with the click of a button". Qualys VMDR is most compared with Tenable Nessus, Tenable Security Center, Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management, Tenable Vulnerability Management and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, whereas Rapid7 InsightVM is most compared with Tenable Nessus, Tenable Security Center, Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management, Rapid7 InsightIDR and Wiz. See our Qualys VMDR vs. Rapid7 InsightVM report.
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