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Compare Intruder and Pentera 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (50.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $149.00 Per Month
No pricing available
Intruder
Star Rating
(200)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $149.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansPentera
Star Rating
(143)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (50.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about PenteraSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Intruder excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive setup and the effectiveness of its autoscanner. Users appreciate how easy it is to gain visibility on their network and take action on vulnerabilities, making it a strong choice for those prioritizing ease of use.
- According to verified reviews, Pentera is recognized for its powerful vulnerability scanning capabilities and the quality of its support team. Users highlight the tool's ability to provide remediation suggestions, which can significantly streamline security processes.
- Reviewers mention that Intruder's focus on clarity and prioritization of findings sets it apart. Users feel less overwhelmed by low-value alerts, as the platform highlights critical vulnerabilities and explains their importance, enhancing overall security management.
- Users say that while Pentera offers a user-friendly interface, it sometimes lacks the same level of customization and flexibility that Intruder provides. This can be a drawback for teams looking for tailored solutions to fit their specific workflows.
- G2 reviewers highlight Intruder's superior quality of support, with a score that reflects high user satisfaction. Many users have noted the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team, which can be crucial for organizations needing quick assistance.
- According to recent feedback, Pentera saves users time compared to manual processes, allowing for more frequent scans. However, some users feel that it doesn't match the automation and efficiency that Intruder offers, particularly in continuous monitoring and reporting features.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Intruder
Essential
Starting at $149.00
Per Month
Best for startups looking to stay compliant
- External scanning
- Application scanning
- 18,000+ open-source checks
Pentera
No pricing availableFree Trial
Intruder
Free Trial is available
Pentera
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
154
8.5
105
Ease of Use
9.5
159
8.7
137
Ease of Setup
9.6
138
8.1
127
Ease of Admin
9.6
127
8.7
94
Quality of Support
9.7
149
9.1
103
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
120
9.3
89
Product Direction (% positive)
9.8
144
9.6
107
Features by Category
Administration
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
32
Not enough data
9.7
31
Not enough data
Risk Analysis
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.6
31
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
6.8
10
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
28
7.3
48
8.5
25
Feature Not Available
9.1
49
8.0
48
Analysis
9.4
41
7.9
50
9.2
38
8.5
45
9.6
51
8.4
54
Testing
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.6
20
Feature Not Available
8.7
29
8.8
48
9.3
38
8.5
51
Administration
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
Analysis
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Testing
7.9
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
Performance
9.1
79
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
9.3
89
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.8
87
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
9.5
96
|
Verified
9.0
21
Network
9.0
39
8.3
24
8.9
80
|
Verified
8.6
22
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Application
8.1
52
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.4
50
|
Verified
9.1
25
Agentic AI - Vulnerability Scanner
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
Simulation
Not enough data
8.4
35
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
35
Not enough data
8.8
33
Customization
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
8.6
34
Not enough data
8.7
34
Administration
Not enough data
7.9
37
Not enough data
8.4
35
Not enough data
9.1
32
Risk Analysis
Not enough data
8.3
23
Not enough data
8.0
22
Not enough data
8.3
22
Vulnerability Assesment
Not enough data
8.4
24
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
8.1
24
Not enough data
7.8
23
Automation
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
21
Not enough data
8.8
23
API Management
8.8
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Security Testing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Security Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Configuration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Visibility
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
9.0
10
Vulnerability Management
Not enough data
8.5
12
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
9.1
11
Asset Management
9.3
19
8.4
45
8.1
18
7.3
44
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
8.2
38
9.5
21
8.3
42
9.3
21
7.8
39
9.6
21
7.9
42
Risk Management
9.2
22
8.2
47
8.9
22
8.6
47
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.3
19
7.8
47
Generative AI
6.3
13
Feature Not Available
Generative AI - Exposure Management Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Risk Identification and Assessment - Exposure Management Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring and Integration - Exposure Management Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Orchestration
Not enough data
8.3
11
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Information
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Personalization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
11
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Threat Intelligence
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Intruder and Pentera are categorized as Attack Surface Management, Exposure Management Platforms, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanner, and Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
Unique Categories
Intruder is categorized as API Security, Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), and Website Security
Pentera is categorized as Risk-Based Vulnerability Management, Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS), and Threat Intelligence
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Intruder
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Pentera
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
21.0%
Information Technology and Services
14.9%
Financial Services
7.7%
Computer & Network Security
6.2%
Insurance
2.6%
Other
47.7%
Banking
9.3%
Information Technology and Services
8.6%
Manufacturing
7.9%
Financial Services
5.7%
Computer & Network Security
5.7%
Other
62.9%
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
Pentera has no discussions with answers
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