Fortra Tripwire IP360 vs Tenable Vulnerability Management comparison

Fortra and Tenable are both solutions in the Vulnerability Management category. Fortra is ranked #60, while Tenable is ranked #9 with an average rating of 7.8. Fortra holds a 0.6% mindshare in VM, compared to Tenable’s 2.7% mindshare. Additionally, 60% of Fortra users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Tenable users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 9, 2024

Fortra Tripwire IP360 and Tenable Vulnerability Management are products competing in the cybersecurity landscape, focusing on vulnerability assessment and management. Tenable Vulnerability Management has the upper hand due to its comprehensive feature set.

Features: Fortra Tripwire IP360 is known for robust vulnerability intelligence, flexible scanning, and focused risk assessment. Tenable Vulnerability Management stands out with expansive coverage, real-time analytics, and integration capabilities.

Room for Improvement: Fortra Tripwire IP360 could improve its integration capabilities, expand analytics features, and enhance scalability. Tenable Vulnerability Management may benefit from simplifying its deployment process, optimizing pricing strategies, and streamlining support channels.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Fortra Tripwire IP360 is praised for straightforward deployment and efficient customer support. Tenable Vulnerability Management offers a more complex deployment but is backed by exceptional customer service with extensive resources.

Pricing and ROI: Fortra Tripwire IP360 provides competitive pricing and strong ROI, especially valued in budget-conscious environments. Tenable Vulnerability Management, with higher setup costs, delivers superior ROI through advanced features.

To learn more, read our detailed Fortra Tripwire IP360 vs. Tenable Vulnerability Management Report (Updated: June 2026).

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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 Fortra Tripwire IP360 is 0.6%, up from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Tenable Vulnerability Management is 2.7%, down from 4.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Vulnerability Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Tenable Vulnerability Management	2.7%
Qualys TotalCloud	1.2%
Fortra Tripwire IP360	0.6%
Other	95.5%

Vulnerability Management

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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Corey Cole

Service Coordinator - Technology Security at a government with 10,001+ employees

The solution helps users to manage their entire IP range, but it's unreliable and very expensive to maintain

Only the administrator was using the product. He used it to read reports as part of our compliance programs. It wasn't heavily used by a lot of users. The tool comes in at a large scale, and we tried to scale it down. The scaling did not apply to us. It was neither difficult nor easy. I rate the scalability a five out of ten. We had some challenges while scaling it down. It could do 10,000 devices, and we wanted to use it for ten devices. The process was difficult and expensive. We did not need the product anymore.

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Chethan Gowda

Windows Security Patching Operation III (Cyber Operations) at CBTS

Have maintained accurate vulnerability scans and gained actionable remediation insights across thousands of servers

Tenable Vulnerability Management agents are very lightweight, and the results we get are very accurate. The solutions they provide to us, assuming if one vulnerability exists, there will be a solution. The resolution they give us in wording will be the best solution. The exploit rates and the reports we get provide a lot of information, making it very easy for us to verify.The main benefit of integration with Tenable Vulnerability Management is that there will be no lack of missing vulnerabilities when it comes to the patching environment. That is one of the key aspects of why we have integrated Tenable to our patching tools. It has a vast capacity of pushing the data to our tools due to its capability and compatibility. That is also one of the reasons why we are using Tenable Vulnerability Management.

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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

"TotalCloud offers a comprehensive suite of features, including EDR, XDR, and TrueRisk, providing a centralized platform for managing vulnerabilities and security risks."

"Its excellent graphical interface makes the scanning process simple."

"The dashboards are particularly valuable as they offer a comprehensive view of the environment, highlighting any misconfigurations."

"Qualys TotalCloud's most valuable features are its cloud security posture management, Kubernetes, and container security capabilities."

"Qualys TotalCloud has significantly reduced our workload in terms of managing risks, helping us to be more efficient and save substantial resources."

"Qualys TotalCloud's most valuable features are its security capabilities that help identify and mitigate risk factors."

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

"The best feature would be the ability to create policies. It is easy to control and update policies as required."

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"Tripwire IP360 helps me to discover most of the vulnerabilities, and I like the way that it prioritizes these vulnerabilities, as it allows me to focus on the most important ones first and then follow up with the rest."

"It has enhanced the security program by ensuring that all external-facing systems are scanned on a routine basis."

"Tripwire IP360 is a very stable solution."

"We could manage our entire IP range with the solution."

"It's become the pinnacle point for anything that enters the network or anything that's passing through to production to first be affected by IP360, hardened, and up to standard. For our integrity management, one was deployed in the bank about two years ago and that's still going to expand the usage and the product itself. That will go hand in hand with training and expanding the product as for where it's deployed."

"This product detects vulnerabilities which exist in the environment, and provides enough information that allows for remediation, thereby securing the environment."

"Tripwire is one of the most mature in terms of companies, suites, support, everything, much more than any other product."

"The company probably chose this solution because they thought that they would be getting the best bang for their buck."

"The stability has been very good overall."

"The stability is commendable, and I would rate Tenable ten out of ten."

"Overall, I am quite happy with Tenable.io."

"It has greatly impacted us by providing asset visibility."

"One of the most valuable features of Tenable.io Vulnerability Management is its exportability, which allows us to conduct risk assessments efficiently."

"The main benefits that Tenable Vulnerability Management provides for me as an end user include saving time and money and streamlining processes."

"The initial setup is straightforward so long as your infrastructure, components, and networks are in place."

"The ease of use, the automated scanning facility, and their good support mechanism are all valuable."

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Cons

"One of the things that could be improved is the alerts. Qualys is a fantastic tool, especially with the TruRisk feature, but one challenge that most leaders face involves alert fatigue."

"Some major banks and insurance companies require an on-premises solution for comprehensive vulnerability management, which TotalCloud does not offer."

"Their customer support needs improvement."

"The support process is inefficient due to the excessive number of replies required when submitting tickets."

"Overall, we are satisfied with it. However, the response part of the Cloud Detection and Response (CDR) module can be improved. It is not yet in place according to requirements; it is not completely available even though the module has been released."

"TotalCloud could improve the classification of vulnerabilities. Specifically, it could enhance the categorization of what aspects fall under patches resolved by OS or software updates and what pertains to configuration adjustments."

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

"Qualys' customer service provides quality answers, but the response time is long, even though it is within the SLA."

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"The reporting functions can use improvement. There is room for growth because reporting functions differ a lot depending on what you're going to output. It depends on whether it's for technical or senior management and how it's interpreted. There could be growth within the reporting functionality side."

"We need to dedicate time and resources to keep it running."

"If you are looking for better reporting capabilities and vulnerability tracking over time for remediation purposes, then this is not the best solution."

"I am not very impressed by the technical support."

"We would like to have better reporting capabilities and for them to be more granular."

"For IP360, unfortunately, scans for certain vulnerabilities often cause issues, as they are mainly false positive."

"The reporting functions can use improvement."

"They need a better approach to support. When I have hard questions that need answers to, I prefer to jump to L3 support instead of getting pushed to L1."

"Tenable.io Vulnerability Management could be improved with an increased number of dashboards and MSSP integration."

"Tenable Vulnerability Management is not very effective for real-time risk prioritization for our organization's security strategy."

"The stability has room for improvement."

"The price could be lower."

"The shortcoming of the solution that needs improvement is related to its capability to do vulnerability assessments on applications."

"AI integration for reporting in Tenable would be beneficial."

"I would rate it four out of ten. For startups, freelancers, or companies between startup and midsize, Tenable is recommended. However, for midsize or enterprise-level companies, I would not prefer it."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"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."

"As a middle management member, I do not have direct pricing knowledge, but based on the knowledge from our meetings, its pricing is competitive."

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

"The pricing is comparable. It is built into our other product, so I cannot piecemeal it. It is a part of our subscription."

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive, but it offers a premier solution with no headaches."

"It isn't cheap, but it's reasonable. It helps us to manage things with very few resources."

"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 is expensive."

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"The product was expensive for us."

"I believe the price compares well within the market."

"Compared to other VM solutions, Tenable.io Vulnerability Management is expensive."

"The tool is reasonably priced."

"The product costs us around $137,000 annually for 4000 to 5000 assets."

"A yearly payment has to be made toward the solution's licensing costs."

"The total cost we pay for this solution is over 45K. This is for a large education organization."

"Tenable.io Vulnerability Management's pricing solution model isn't great."

"The solution is not too expensive."

"Yearly payments are to be made toward the licensing cost of the product. It is neither a cheap nor an expensive product."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Construction Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

15%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	4

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	20
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	22

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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Tenable Nessus is a vulnerability assessment solution that is both easy to deploy and easy to manage. The design of ...

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What needs improvement with Tenable.io Vulnerability Management?

In my opinion, I would like to see additional functions and improvements. Something related to AI would be a good add...

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Also Known As

Qualys TotalCloud with FlexScan

IP360

Tenable.io

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.

Qualys

Tripwire IP360 is a powerful vulnerability management solution that identifies and prioritizes network vulnerabilities for remediation. It is highly effective in scanning devices and applications, improving security posture, ensuring compliance, and managing risks.

Users value its detailed reporting, user-friendly interface, and seamless integration with other security tools for efficient security management.

Fortra

Tenable Vulnerability Management offers efficient scanning, reporting, and integration capabilities. It supports extensive visibility and risk management for diverse environments while providing a user-friendly experience with strong cloud capabilities and container scanning.

Tenable Vulnerability Management is crucial for vulnerability assessment and managing security across network infrastructures. It effectively handles cloud and on-premises scans, identifying risks and enhancing cybersecurity measures with detailed reports. With features like automated scanning and risk prioritization, users manage vulnerabilities efficiently. Despite its strong points, improvements in pricing, navigation, and customization are desired, alongside better integration and AI-driven detection.

What are the most important features of Tenable Vulnerability Management?

Automated Scanning: Simplifies the identification of vulnerabilities through efficient scans.
Comprehensive Reporting: Offers detailed insights into potential security risks.
Seamless Integration: Easily connects with third-party tools for extended functionality.
Cloud Capabilities: Provides strong security management in cloud environments.
Container Scanning: Specialized in scanning containerized applications for threats.
Real-time Prioritization: Helps prioritize vulnerabilities for effective resolution.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Enhanced Security Posture: Achieves improved overall protection from threats.
Efficient Risk Management: Streamlines the process of identifying and mitigating risks.
Extensive Visibility: Offers a clear understanding of assets and vulnerabilities across the network.
Scalability: Adapts to varying organizational sizes and needs effectively.

In industries like finance, healthcare, and education, Tenable Vulnerability Management supports robust cybersecurity measures. Organizations utilize it for scanning IT infrastructures, conducting cloud assessments, and performing endpoint analysis to mitigate threats in critical environments.

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1. Aetna 2. Accenture 3. Adidas 4. AIG 5. Airbus 6. Akamai 7. Amazon 8. American Express 9. Aon 10. Apple 11. ATT 12. Autodesk 13. Bank of America 14. Barclays 15. Bayer 16. Bechtel 17. BlackRock 18. Boeing 19. BNP Paribas 20. Cisco 21. CocaCola 22. Comcast 23. Dell 24. Deutsche Bank 25. eBay 26. ExxonMobil 27. FedEx 28. Ford 29. General Electric 30. Google 31. HP 32. IBM

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