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Compare Intruder and Qualys VM 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
Enterprise (47.6% 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 plansQualys VM
Star Rating
(23)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (47.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Qualys VMSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Intruder excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to Qualys VM. Users appreciate its ease of setup and the effectiveness of its autoscanner, which allows for quick execution and continuous updates on critical vulnerabilities.
- According to verified reviews, Intruder's user interface is praised for its clarity and prioritization of findings. Users mention that it highlights vulnerabilities that genuinely matter, making it easier to understand risks and take action, unlike some other tools that can overwhelm with low-value noise.
- Reviewers mention that while Qualys VM provides valuable features like real-time vulnerability views and correlation with patch information, it struggles with user experience. Some users find the interface less intuitive, which can hinder quick navigation and effective use.
- Users say that Intruder's support quality is exceptional, with a high rating reflecting its responsiveness and helpfulness. In contrast, Qualys VM users have expressed concerns about support, noting that it could be improved to better assist with complex issues.
- According to recent user feedback, Intruder's automated scanning capabilities are highly regarded, with users highlighting the tool's ability to streamline vulnerability management. Qualys VM, while effective, has received mixed reviews regarding its automated features, with some users finding them less user-friendly.
- G2 reviewers report that Intruder is particularly well-suited for small businesses, with a majority of its reviews coming from this segment. In contrast, Qualys VM is more commonly used in enterprise environments, which may lead to differences in user expectations and experiences based on organizational size.
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
Qualys VM
No pricing availableFree Trial
Intruder
Free Trial is available
Qualys VM
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
154
8.7
19
Ease of Use
9.5
159
8.2
19
Ease of Setup
9.6
138
7.5
14
Ease of Admin
9.6
127
8.1
14
Quality of Support
9.7
149
7.4
19
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.7
120
8.2
14
Product Direction (% positive)
9.8
144
8.8
19
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
Not enough data
8.5
25
Not enough data
9.1
49
Not enough data
Analysis
9.4
41
Not enough data
9.2
38
Not enough data
9.6
51
Not enough data
Testing
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
20
Not enough data
8.7
29
Not enough data
9.3
38
Not enough data
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
8.1
9
|
Verified
9.3
89
|
Verified
8.5
9
|
Verified
7.8
87
|
Verified
5.9
9
|
Verified
9.5
96
|
Verified
8.0
9
|
Verified
Network
9.0
39
8.5
9
|
Verified
8.9
80
|
Verified
8.9
9
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
7.6
7
|
Verified
Application
8.1
52
|
Verified
7.5
6
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
6.7
5
8.4
50
|
Verified
8.1
7
Agentic AI - Vulnerability Scanner
8.1
8
Not enough data
8.1
8
Not enough data
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
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)Hide 11 FeaturesShow 11 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Configuration
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
Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Vulnerability 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
Asset Management
9.3
19
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
9.3
21
Not enough data
9.6
21
Not enough data
Risk Management
9.2
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.3
13
Not enough data
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
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
Qualys VM has no unique categories
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
21.0%
Information Technology and Services
14.9%
Financial Services
7.7%
Computer & Network Security
6.2%
Insurance
2.6%
Other
47.7%
Information Technology and Services
33.3%
Computer & Network Security
28.6%
Banking
14.3%
Information Services
4.8%
Hospital & Health Care
4.8%
Other
14.3%
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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