ARCON Secure Compliance Management vs Acunetix comparison

Invicti and ARCON are both solutions in the Vulnerability Management category. Invicti is ranked #30 with an average rating of 8.2, while ARCON is ranked #66. Invicti holds a 1.2% mindshare in VM, compared to ARCON’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 89% of Invicti users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of ARCON users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 9, 2024

Acunetix and ARCON Secure Compliance Management are competing in the cybersecurity domain, focusing on vulnerability assessment and compliance management. Acunetix is more favored in aspects of pricing and support, whereas ARCON's range of features often positions it as a more comprehensive solution.

Features: Acunetix provides advanced vulnerability detection through automated web application security testing, offers comprehensive threat diagnostics, and ensures a streamlined interface for easy navigation. ARCON enhances risk management and compliance tracking capabilities, allows for efficient regulatory standards maintenance, and delivers detailed auditing and reporting features.

Room for Improvement: Acunetix could expand integration options with third-party tools, enhance its user interface for easier access to advanced features, and improve its reporting capabilities. ARCON could streamline its complex deployment process, enhance user-friendliness for non-technical users, and provide more detailed documentation to assist during setup.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Acunetix offers a straightforward deployment model that supports quick integration and is backed by efficient customer support, making it suitable for those seeking quick implementation. ARCON provides deployment options that focus on scalability and customization, which may require a more guided setup process along with extended customer service support.

Pricing and ROI: Acunetix is recognized for a competitive pricing structure that ensures an attractive ROI, appealing to budget-conscious users without compromising on core features. ARCON might involve higher initial costs but delivers substantial ROI through its extensive feature set and enhanced compliance capabilities, attracting users who prioritize comprehensive functionality and long-term strategic advantages.

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Qualys TotalCloud

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Vulnerability Management category, the mindshare of Qualys TotalCloud is 1.2%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Acunetix is 1.2%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ARCON Secure Compliance Management is 0.5%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Vulnerability Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Qualys TotalCloud	1.2%
Acunetix	1.2%
ARCON Secure Compliance Management	0.5%
Other	97.1%

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Featured Reviews

Robert Orłowski

IT Security Expert at Alior Bank S.A.

Unified risk scoring has improved our cloud visibility and simplifies remediation priorities

Qualys TotalCloud provides unified vulnerability and threat assessment across both IAS and SaaS. This solution provides a single prioritized view of risk, which helps reduce the work I would have to do. We are no longer based on CVSS; we are based on Qualys risk scoring, which is based on CVSS plus internal findings made by Qualys, and then assigns its own score. The TruRisk insight feature has found a small number of assets with high vulnerability scores, though I am cautious since some information is classified. Qualys TotalCloud has positively impacted our bank's performance, and we have definitely seen benefits after implementing this solution.

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Rahul Kumar

Senior Engineer - Penetration Tester at a government with 10,001+ employees

Identifies vulnerabilities across bulk web applications but needs better support and cleaner reports

The best feature Acunetix offers is the centralized dashboard and the quality of reports it generates, which includes various options for selecting reports and developer options for directly sharing the reports with developers. The centralized dashboard of Acunetix gives visibility into the security aspects of mass applications; for instance, with more than 200 applications, it provides a valuable overview of findings and necessary fixes, along with a high-level summary that helps us achieve compliance through monthly and sometimes weekly scanning. In terms of reporting, Acunetix is excellent because it can generate different types of reports, such as an executive summary report, detailed reports, and developer reports that can be shared directly with developers. Acunetix positively impacts my organization by helping identify outdated libraries and applications, including legacy applications vulnerable to old attacks based on OWASP Top 10, thus aiding in compliance checks for PCI DSS and OWASP. Acunetix provides a centralized report with compliance-related aspects and a vulnerability timeline, effectively helping reduce vulnerabilities and save time.

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SarojMohapatra

Zonal Credit Head at ICICIBANK Ltd

Great for productivity checking and provides good reports

We use this solution for password encryption and remote access. We are customers of ARCON This solution is good for productivity checking and provides good reports. We've had instances where some parameters have disappeared and that is frustrating. The automation needs to be improved. We've…

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"Qualys TotalCloud provides unified vulnerability and threat assessment for IaaS and SaaS and a single prioritized view of risk, which helps reduce my workload by not having to combine multiple sources."

"Qualys TotalCloud provides a single, prioritized view based on requirements such as identifying the most vulnerable assets and calculating the average time to remediate vulnerabilities."

"The most valuable feature of Qualys TotalCloud is the visibility it provides."

"Qualys TotalCloud's most valuable feature is its agent versatility."

"I would definitely recommend Qualys TotalCloud to other customers."

"By integrating TotalCloud, we have significantly reduced vulnerabilities in our deployment pipeline."

"I would rate Qualys TotalCloud ten out of ten."

"I appreciate Qualys TotalCloud's ability to onboard any type of device with ease, including containers."

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"Overall, it's a very good tool and a very good engine."

"The most valuable feature of Acunetix is the UI and the scan results are simple."

"After two years it's about 300%."

"Overall, the tool is efficient enough to identify and track your vulnerabilities and it's good for intelligence scanning purposes."

"The scalability is more than good; it can operate both as a standalone and it can be integrated with other applications, which makes it a very versatile solution to have, and this solution is simple enough, especially with the cloud."

"Acunetix gives us code-level identification of vulnerabilities and a good understanding of the code-level vulnerability fixes, which is much more helpful for us because we can understand how to fix the vulnerabilities at the code level."

"If an organization has 100 plus applications and wants to use an automated scanner, they should definitely go ahead with Acunetix because it is very cost-effective and will save time compared to focusing on other solutions and performing manual security assessments."

"Every organization who has their assets over the internet and are exposed to a public website needs to have vulnerability assessment using Acunetix."

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"Good for productivity checking."

"The support for ARCON ARSIM is very good."

"I would definitely advise anyone to look at it, it is a good product, quite stable and scalable, and for the requirements that we looked into, ARCON met the customer's needs."

"It is very user friendly; there are not a lot of clicks and buttons, the tool helps me with the installations so the user can do the installation rather than having a technical guide, and I also like the browsing stream and its good dashboard."

Cons

"Qualys TotalCloud has the potential to improve by integrating a hybrid platform for comprehensive management of both on-premises and cloud infrastructures."

"There is a lack of data segregation according to criticality or inventory."

"Qualys TotalCloud's increasing complexity, due to the development and deployment of multiple solutions, is making the GUI difficult to navigate."

"There is room for improvement in vulnerability scanning, particularly for PaaS environments. Currently, Qualys does not have full access to these instances, which limits its effectiveness."

"Regarding technical support from Qualys, they respond, but the response time can be too long. Sometimes we need to wait weeks for solutions to simple questions."

"To improve the user experience, reporting could be simplified for better comprehension by end users and project managers, facilitating issue resolution."

"With the growing integration of AI, I would like Qualys to enhance its service offerings to better accommodate AI-related risks."

"Qualys TotalCloud needs to improve its accuracy for non-Windows operating systems."

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"Improving the handling of false positives would be beneficial because it can be challenging to trust the findings flagged by Acunetix, and those findings must be manually validated."

"It is difficult to create a proxy connection."

"There is room for improvement in website authentication because I've seen other products that can do it much better."

"I had some issues with the JSON parameters where it found some strange vulnerabilities, but it didn't alert the person using it or me about these vulnerabilities, e.g., an error for SQL injection."

"While we do have it integrated with other solutions, it could still offer more integrations."

"Tool is quite expensive though compared to other tools."

"There are quite a few false positives that come out. It's mostly based upon finding XSS vulnerabilities, even though we know that XSS vulnerabilities do not exist within some of the web applications because of some frameworks we're using."

"The solution is generally stable, however, there might be room for improvement regarding glitches or bugs."

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"As for what can be improved, definitely pricing. Customers look for pricing and ARCON is a little more expensive than Thycotic. So the pricing model could be improved."

"I would love to have all the products. Currently they have all the server operating systems and network operating systems but they should have all the other devices also included, like security devices. That's what I think is missing. They should also improve the license audit part. If I want to do a license audit from this tool, I'm not able to do it right now."

"The automation needs to be improved."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive."

"The pricing for TotalCloud is attractive and competitive in the market. Given the features, especially the dashboard, I have no concerns regarding pricing."

"TotalCloud's price is about right where I would expect it to be."

"While Qualys TotalCloud's pricing is currently acceptable, it is becoming increasingly expensive and may soon be considered overpriced."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers competitive pricing given its comprehensive suite of features, including integration, assessment, remediation, and detection capabilities, all within a single platform."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers cost-effective licensing flexibility."

"Its price seems higher compared to other tools, but it is worth it. If they could adjust the pricing and make it comparable with other tools, that would be great."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers good pricing that is affordable and competitive with the market. Our partnership also provides us with additional benefits."

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"The pricing is a little high, and moreover, it's kind of domain-based."

"The price is exceptionally high."

"The pricing and licensing are reasonable to a point. In order to run multiple scans at a time, we are going to have to purchase a 100 count license, which is an overkill. Though, compared to what we were paying for, the cost seems reasonable."

"All things considered, I think it has a good price/value ratio."

"The cost is based on two types of licenses, ConsultLite, and ConsultPlus, as well as the number of domains that are scanned."

"Implementing Acunetix needs a medium or larger business agency, because you need some money to get Acunetix. It is costly, but if you care about your agency's security, then maybe it's a cost that might help you in the future."

"It is a bit expensive. If you need to check five applications, you have to pay almost 14,000. It is an agreement for two years at 7,000 per year for only five applications. You cannot change the applications in the license. So, you are stuck with the same license for the five applications for one full year."

"Acunetix was around the same price as all the other vendors we looked at, nothing special."

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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	30

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Small Business	18
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	19

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Qualys TotalCloud?

The price is very expensive, actually.

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What needs improvement with Qualys TotalCloud?

To be totally honest, I do not have any best features because I have had a bad experience using this tool, especially...

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What is your primary use case for Qualys TotalCloud?

My main use case for Qualys TotalCloud is vulnerability management and exposure management. I use this tool to evalua...

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What is your primary use case for Acunetix Vulnerability Scanner?

In a typical enterprise environment, Acunetix is mainly used for visibility, detection, and investigation across netw...

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What advice do you have for others considering Acunetix Vulnerability Scanner?

I advise that Acunetix is the best option. Invest time in proper initial configuration and scope definitions. The too...

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Everything is perfect and good, including the pricing and all related aspects.

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Also Known As

Qualys TotalCloud with FlexScan

AcuSensor

ARCON ARSIM, ARCON SCM

Overview

Qualys TotalCloud enhances security posture across cloud environments with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and risk visualization, ensuring efficient threat assessment and automated remediation for improved cyber risk reduction.

Qualys TotalCloud offers a robust suite of security tools essential for organizations managing multi-cloud infrastructures. By integrating cloud accounts and automating workflows, it supports AWS, Azure, and GCP, offering comprehensive vulnerability management and zero-day detection. The platform's user-friendly design, combined with its extensive risk management and unified threat assessment capabilities, enables organizations to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities effectively. TruRisk Insights provides clear insights on cyber risks, while the automation options streamline patch management and scanning processes. API integration across IaaS and SaaS environments further enhances resource allocation efficiency and saves time, addressing misconfigurations across cloud environments.

What are the most important features of Qualys TotalCloud?

Accurate Vulnerability Reports: Delivers precise and actionable insights for risk mitigation.
Zero-Day Detection: Identifies and addresses zero-day vulnerabilities proactively.
Unified Threat Assessment: Offers comprehensive evaluation of threats across the environment.
Extensive Risk Management: Manages risks effectively with advanced insights and prioritization.
Continuous Monitoring: Provides non-stop surveillance for vulnerabilities and threats.
Cloud-Native Automation: Streamlines processes and reduces manual efforts using automation.
FlexScan for Internet-Facing VMs: Scans external VMs efficiently to detect vulnerabilities.
Dashboard Risk Visualization: Clear visualization helps prioritize vulnerabilities.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Improved Security Posture: Enhances threat detection and response across clouds.
Time Savings: Automation reduces time spent on manual vulnerability management.
Resource Efficiency: Better allocation of resources through streamlined workflows.
Enhanced Risk Prioritization: Focus on critical vulnerabilities for effective mitigation.
Integrated Cloud Accounts: Facilitates seamless cloud management and security.

Qualys TotalCloud is deployed in sectors needing rigorous vulnerability management, such as finance and healthcare. Companies utilize it to secure multi-cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and GCP, focus on compliance, and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines to detect and remedy threats pre-deployment.

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Acunetix is a dynamic application security tool used globally for web application vulnerability scanning, focusing on SQL injection and cross-site scripting.

Acunetix provides a comprehensive web vulnerability assessment platform designed for identifying and remediating security threats. Users benefit from its ability to schedule scans, boasting a fast detection rate for common vulnerabilities. The tool's centralized dashboard helps organizations with compliance monitoring and features such as crawling and login sequence enhancements, contributing depth to its security assessments. Despite high praise for its integration capabilities and automated scanning that saves time, pricing and false positives present challenges. Organizations often use Acunetix to maintain internal security and evaluate pre-release environments.

What are Acunetix's main features?

Comprehensive Reporting: Detailed reports assist in security analysis and compliance audits.
User-Friendly Interface: Simple navigation enhances user experience.
Scheduled Scans: Automation of scans allows for continuous monitoring.
Fast Detection: Quickly identifies vulnerabilities like SQL injection and cross-site scripting.
Integration Capabilities: Scalable solutions with compatibility across applications.
Crawling & Login Sequence: Improves depth in security analysis.

What benefits should businesses look for in reviews?

Low False Positive Rate: Accurate vulnerability detection saves time in analysis.
Time Efficiency: Automated scans reduce manual workload, improving team productivity.
Scalability: Integration features help accommodate growth and complexity.
Compliance Support: Centralized dashboard supports regulatory compliance checks.

In industries like finance, healthcare, and technology, Acunetix assists in protecting sensitive data through robust scanning and reporting capabilities. Its ability to perform dynamic assessments makes it a chosen tool in regulatory environments and development settings, offering both internal security inspections and pre-release evaluations.

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ARCON Secure Compliance Management is a robust tool designed to streamline and simplify compliance management, ensuring organizations maintain effective regulatory adherence.

ARCON Secure Compliance Management provides advanced functionality to bolster IT governance by offering comprehensive control over compliance requirements. This platform utilizes automated processes to efficiently manage audits and regulatory tasks, reducing the time and effort needed to adhere to compliance standards. Its reliable architecture aids in minimizing risk while enhancing security measures across enterprises, offering a capable framework for managing complex compliance landscapes.

What are the vital features?

Regulatory Framework Integration: Seamlessly aligns with multiple frameworks for tailored compliance.
Audit Tracking: Automates audit processes to ensure thorough monitoring and analysis.
Risk Management: Offers in-depth insights to proactively address potential risks.
Reporting Tools: Advanced analytics for comprehensive reporting.

What benefits and ROI should users expect?

Efficiency: Significantly reduces the time spent on compliance tasks.
Cost-effectiveness: Minimizes costs associated with non-compliance penalties.
Risk Reduction: Proactively identifies and mitigates compliance risks.
Improved Security Posture: Strengthens IT security through consistent compliance monitoring.

In the finance industry, ARCON Secure Compliance Management is implemented to ensure stringent adherence to financial regulations, reducing risk exposure and enhancing credibility. In healthcare, it ensures compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding patient information.

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Joomla!, Digicure, Team Random, Credit Suisse, Samsung, Air New Zealand

RAK Bank, AXIS Bank, Reliance Capital, Kotak Life Insurance, MTS

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