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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (55.6% of reviews)
Enterprise (50.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,156 Per Month
No pricing available
InsightIDR
Star Rating
(70)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (55.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$2,156 Per Month
Learn more about InsightIDRSolarWinds Security Observability
Star Rating
(75)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (50.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about SolarWinds Security ObservabilitySummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that SolarWinds Security Event Manager excels in Log Management with a score of 8.9, while InsightIDR shines in Log Management as well, scoring slightly higher at 9.1. Reviewers mention that the comprehensive log analysis features in InsightIDR provide better insights into security events.
- Reviewers mention that InsightIDR offers superior Automated Response capabilities, scoring 9.1 compared to SolarWinds' 8.5. Users say that the automated workflows in InsightIDR significantly reduce response times during incidents.
- Users on G2 highlight that SolarWinds Security Event Manager has a strong focus on Incident Management, with a score of 8.8 for Event Management, while InsightIDR also scores 8.9. Reviewers say that both products provide effective incident tracking, but InsightIDR's user interface is more intuitive.
- G2 users report that InsightIDR excels in Threat Intelligence with a score of 9.2, while SolarWinds scores 8.6. Reviewers mention that InsightIDR's integration with various threat intelligence feeds enhances its detection capabilities.
- Users say that SolarWinds Security Event Manager has a robust Activity Monitoring feature, scoring 9.2, which is on par with InsightIDR. However, reviewers mention that InsightIDR's Asset Discovery feature, scoring 8.9, provides a more comprehensive view of network assets.
- Reviewers mention that InsightIDR's Ease of Use is rated at 9.0, significantly higher than SolarWinds' 8.1. Users report that the user-friendly interface and streamlined setup process in InsightIDR make it easier for teams to adopt and utilize effectively.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
InsightIDR
InsightIDR
$2,156
Per Month
InsightIDR pricing starts at $2156/mo* and comes inclusive with:
- User and Attacker Behavior Analytics
- Endpoint Detection and Response
- Deception Technology
- Centralized Log Search and Correlation
- Automated Containment and Case Management
*500 asset minimum. Billed annually. All amounts are shown in U.S. dollars. International prices vary.
SolarWinds Security Observability
No pricing availableFree Trial
InsightIDR
Free Trial is available
SolarWinds Security Observability
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
53
8.6
60
Ease of Use
8.9
52
8.2
60
Ease of Setup
8.5
20
7.3
33
Ease of Admin
8.7
21
7.8
33
Quality of Support
8.9
52
8.1
55
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
21
8.1
34
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
50
7.5
56
Features by Category
User Provisioning and Governance ToolsHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
User on/off Boarding
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
User Maintenance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Governance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
Functionality
8.8
8
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
Incident Management
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
Analysis
8.9
6
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Response
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Detection
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
Services - Network Detection and Response (NDR)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Detection & Response
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.5
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Management
8.3
6
Not enough data
7.3
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
Analytics
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Services - Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
7.3
8
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
Detection
8.1
9
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
Response
8.6
41
Not enough data
8.7
42
Not enough data
8.6
41
Not enough data
9.2
42
Not enough data
Records
9.1
42
Not enough data
9.0
42
Not enough data
8.4
42
Not enough data
Management
9.0
43
Not enough data
8.7
40
Not enough data
8.6
40
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Network Management
9.2
18
|
Verified
9.2
14
|
Verified
8.5
17
|
Verified
9.0
12
|
Verified
9.1
18
|
Verified
8.9
27
|
Verified
Incident Management
8.9
17
|
Verified
8.8
27
|
Verified
9.1
15
|
Verified
8.5
22
|
Verified
8.8
17
|
Verified
8.8
26
|
Verified
Security Intelligence
8.5
17
|
Verified
8.6
23
|
Verified
9.1
16
|
Verified
8.4
22
9.0
17
|
Verified
8.8
21
|
Verified
8.5
18
|
Verified
8.5
23
|
Verified
Agentic AI - Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
InsightIDR and SolarWinds Security Observability are categorized as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Unique Categories
SolarWinds Security Observability is categorized as User Provisioning and Governance Tools
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
InsightIDR
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SolarWinds Security Observability
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
34.9%
Computer Software
19.0%
Computer Networking
4.8%
Oil & Energy
3.2%
Marketing and Advertising
3.2%
Other
34.9%
Information Technology and Services
18.8%
Computer Software
10.1%
Government Administration
5.8%
Telecommunications
4.3%
Hospital & Health Care
4.3%
Other
56.5%
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