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Imperva Data Security Fabric vs Own Data Platform comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 22, 2026

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Imperva Data Security Fabric
Ranking in Database Security
2nd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
64
Ranking in other categories
Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) (11th)
Own Data Platform
Ranking in Database Security
5th
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
Backup and Recovery (39th), SaaS Backup (14th), Application Testing Services (2nd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Database Security category, the mindshare of Imperva Data Security Fabric is 26.7%, down from 32.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Own Data Platform is 1.2%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Database Security Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Imperva Data Security Fabric26.7%
Own Data Platform1.2%
Other72.1%
Database Security
 

Featured Reviews

GO
Group Head of Information Security at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
Automated monitoring and real-time alerts improve security incident response and compliance tasks while customizable controls need enhancements
The Imperva SecureSphere Database Security offers excellent functionalities, with numerous best features from my perspective.The simplicity of Imperva SecureSphere Database Security comes out of the box. I have utilized the detailed audit logs feature in the Imperva SecureSphere Database Security, and it has proven to be highly effective. The Imperva SecureSphere Database Security has significantly aided my organization in forensic investigations and compliance audits. The real-time alerts and remediation actions available in Imperva SecureSphere Database Security have helped me promptly address security incidents. Their customizable security controls in Imperva SecureSphere Database Security have tailored the protection level for my organization's specific needs. The automated monitoring and reporting features of the Imperva SecureSphere Database Security have contributed to simplifying compliance with regulatory standards for my organization.
DS
Salesforce Consultant at Girikon LLCGirikon
Efficient data management with robust restore feature and room for improved anonymization
We manage the customizing and seeding parts for our customers, using Own Data Platform to provide backup and recovery services. We work with exhibition companies that regularly expand their operations Own Data Platform provides a comprehensive backup and recovery solution, allowing us to manage…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The discovery module provides good visibility."
"Imperva's most valuable features are ease of use and log correlation. I also like the ability to trace activity from the host machine to the server access, the user details, and the exact query that they executed. If a database administrator or application process executes a query on the database, people know exactly what was executed, including all the variables."
"The initial setup is very simple."
"Database reporting features are valuable to us."
"The most valuable feature is the automatic reports on new databases, which gives us up-to-date inventory management."
"The tool's pricing is flexible and affordable for small and medium enterprises."
"The most valuable features include a great level of automation, machine learning for attack validation, and a very flexible and comfortable management console."
"It has a user-friendly interface. It is a stable and scalable product."
"The most valuable feature for our customers is the restore functionality."
 

Cons

"Performance can be slow under heavy loads, but this should be adjusted by scaling."
"The solution needs local support."
"The GUI is bad."
"Imperva SecureSphere Database Security can improve something in all the versions I have used."
"Integration with other databases or third-party products would be useful."
"There is sometimes lost communication and it can take a lot of troubleshooting to solve."
"Database security from the access management perspective could be better."
"It is very expensive. Its price can be better."
"The anonymization feature can be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Pricing is low and scalable to add features and volume."
"I know it's not cheap."
"There is an annual licensing fee for upgrading the device."
"Imperva SecureSphere Database Security was quite expensive several years ago, but now they provide a subscription plan for licensing. It is available now for smaller and medium-sized companies, not only large enterprises."
"The pricing over-all depends on the entry level. For example, if support and maintenance are about $20,000 - $25,000, the initial cost can be five times more. It is less expensive for the company to maintain the client than to make the deployment."
"The pricing is reasonably good in South Africa."
"The price of the solution is reasonable and it requires a license."
"The product’s price is reasonable compared to other products."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
18%
Computer Software Company
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Insurance Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Healthcare Company
9%
Government
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business26
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise32
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Questions from the Community

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Own Data Platform?
The pricing is somewhat high, rated at an eight out of ten. However, the value provided justifies the cost compared to other tools.
What needs improvement with Own Data Platform?
The anonymization feature can be improved. It’s currently not straightforward and often requires a technical person to operate, which can be challenging for non-technical users.
What is your primary use case for Own Data Platform?
We manage the customizing and seeding parts for our customers, using Own Data Platform to provide backup and recovery services. We work with exhibition companies that regularly expand their operati...
 

Also Known As

Imperva SecureSphere Database Security, jSonar, Imperva's Data Security Posture Management
Own Data Archiving, Own Data Security, Own Data Seeding
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

BlueCross BlueShield, eHarmony, EMF Broadcasting, GE Healthcare, Metro Bank, The Motley Fool, Siemens
Workiva, HR Owen, Tommy Bakama, Kanshoo, NTN, Athena Health, Interlochen Center for the Arts, Arizona State University, Pauley Financial
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