Rapid7 InsightIDR vs Red Canary comparison

Rapid7 and Red Canary, a Zscaler company are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. Rapid7 is ranked #39 with an average rating of 7.5, while Red Canary, a Zscaler company is ranked #36 with an average rating of 9.5. Rapid7 holds a 1.2% mindshare in EDR, compared to Red Canary, a Zscaler company’s 0.7% mindshare. Additionally, 96% of Rapid7 users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Red Canary, a Zscaler company users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 9, 2024

Rapid7 InsightIDR and Red Canary compete in the cybersecurity solutions category. Red Canary seems to have the upper hand due to better performance and user satisfaction, despite being more expensive.

Features: Rapid7 InsightIDR offers holistic threat detection, robust user behavior analytics, and comprehensive coverage. Red Canary provides advanced detection capabilities, seamless integration, and smooth operations within various environments.

Room for Improvement: Rapid7 InsightIDR needs enhancements in reporting, analytics capabilities, and broader improvements in various areas. Red Canary can improve in more granular customizability, enhanced alert precision, and specific areas of enhancement.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Rapid7 InsightIDR is straightforward to deploy with positive experiences in onboarding and responsive customer support. Red Canary is praised for its user-friendly deployment approach and simpler integration, giving it a slight edge in customer service.

Pricing and ROI: Rapid7 InsightIDR is valued for its competitive pricing and good ROI, making it appealing for budget-conscious organizations. Red Canary is more expensive but provides higher value through superior detection capabilities and overall effectiveness, justifying the higher cost with strong ROI.

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Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.4%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Rapid7 InsightIDR is 1.2%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Red Canary is 0.7%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.4%
Red Canary	0.7%
Rapid7 InsightIDR	1.2%
Other	94.7%

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

Featured Reviews

ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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SohailHyder

Head Of Cyber Security at Super Secure

Has supported compliance needs for mid-sized organizations but lacks customization and advanced integration

If we pitch Rapid7 InsightIDR against solutions such as SIEMs from Splunk or LogRhythm, it is not as customizable as a SIEM solution is. This is where it can improve if we keep in front the feature sets of a complete SIEM solution. Most common in the market is QRadar, but it is depleting now. It has been taken over by some other products such as Splunk and LogRhythm. If we compare these things with Rapid7 InsightIDR, then there are definitely some gaps that need to be filled. Data retention is also one concern because Rapid7 InsightIDR is cloud-based and operates on a subscription model. Whatever data you want to retain, it has to be paid for separately or it has a cost. Other solutions that are on-premises can have their own infrastructure or they provide some data retention for a month or in some capacity-wise, they provide that solution to them which makes them more attractive.

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John Hoffoss

Head of Information Security and Privacy at Ovative Group

Gained trusted 24/7 threat coverage and now focus security efforts on architecture and design

In my experience, the best features Red Canary offers are their team, their monitoring team, their expertise at incident investigation, and a focus on suspicious or actual indicators of compromise to ensure that we're not spending time just reviewing logs, but that we're actually looking at things that may indicate we have broader issues. The Red Canary team's expertise stands out compared to others I've worked with because their team is organized into smaller pods that support a given number of clients, so they're not just a bevy of operators going around the clock. The teams themselves have coordination and cohesion, and they get to know us. Their integrations into the different platforms and systems that we use all line up with our needs, whereas a number of other platforms offered a different variety of integrations that did not line up with our requirements. Red Canary has positively impacted my organization because I don't have to spend and hire resources to look at logs, which has enabled us to do much more in terms of improving security across the organization. With the freed-up resources, we've been able to implement CSPM, SAST, software testing tooling, and engage much more closely with our developers and engineers to focus on secure architecture and design.

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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

"The user interface of the solution is sophisticated and straightforward."

"It is an easy-to-use tool."

"If the user leaves our premises or network, Palo Alto Traps will still be on that endpoint and will still apply our policies."

"The solution is a new generation XDR that has a lot of artificial intelligence modules."

"The live terminal is probably the best thing ever. It gives you the access to get straight onto any machine."

"They did what they said, and this solution could apply to any scenario."

"Traps has drastically reduced our endpoint attack surface via advanced detection capabilities, sandboxing of never before seen programs, and by drastically limiting where executables can launch in the first place."

"Has great threat detection capabilities."

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"During simulations or demonstrations, the tool generates alerts, providing details such as the specific application, its origin, and potential threats. For instance, it can identify if an application belongs to a known ransomware group. The system rates the threat, offering a clear detection ratio, such as 97 out of 100. It not only identifies threats but also illustrates the associated behaviors, helping us understand the potential risk to a particular endpoint."

"Great coverage of all systems within our network from endpoint to firewall."

"The solution's initial setup is easy."

"Previously, when something happened, such as when a hacker was attacking one of our customers, we were always behind, or we did not know that we were hacked until the ransomware started, but with the Rapid7 solution, at every step, we could online see what a person was doing, and we could prevent ransomware."

"They can subscribe to Rapid7 because it is more valuable and delivers a greater return on investment."

"Integration with threat modeling from the Metasploit and InsightIDR repositories."

"The solution is very intuitive, it's easy to set up, is absolutely stable, and has a lot of integration with other security products."

"The platform offers unlimited storage and agent-based solutions."

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"The solution works well for what we use it for and the support and protection are good."

"The valuable features of this solution are it integrates well with different EDR software, such CrowdStrike, and Carbon Black, and the information it provides is helpful."

"I recommended Red Canary to my friends who work in other organizations."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is its automation part."

"I am satisfied with this solution and it is very competitive with other similar EDR or MDR solutions because it provides very impressive information about the root cause of the threat, such as malware."

"Red Canary has positively impacted my organization because I don't have to spend and hire resources to look at logs, which has enabled us to do much more in terms of improving security across the organization."

"The near real-time review translates into near real-time action. So, in addition to alerting, Red Canary MDR has response playbooks built out."

Cons

"As an improvement, I would like to see enhanced connection speeds."

"Cortex XDR could improve its sales support team, including better commission structures and referral programs."

"It's more focused on network communication. If a customer wants to increase the level of protection and start working with documents, it's impossible to integrate these features into the system. It's more of a communication-oriented system than a content security-oriented system."

"Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth."

"The dashboard could use some significant improvement, just making it more useful with more information."

"In terms of areas of improvement, we have not completed our review of the product. We're also looking at other products. So, it's a little bit hard to tell what could be different because we have not completed the review of this product, but based on our experience so far, its implementation is quite complex."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks can improve mobile integration to allow access to the console."

"Cortex XDR should have a lightweight agent, and the agent size should not be heavy."

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"The interface for doing investigation needs to be enhanced with minor improvements that would make it more useful."

"Customised alert recipients need to be added to allow better first-line action and quicker response."

"The reporting is the weakest aspect. There needs to be multi-level grouping for events (for example, group by user and destination)."

"The ability to tune the collector for custom logs would greatly help."

"Sometimes, it is hard to get the right queries to use. Currently, the tool lacks a pre-made set of queries."

"The solution needs improvement in threat intelligence. Increasing the depth of intelligence to help users understand more about threats is a possibility. My suggestion is to expand access to other websites or resources."

"I would like to see more development in InsightIDR towards building their SIEM solution and converting it to XDR."

"Personally, I feel it would greatly benefit from more supported log sources."

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"I would like there to be an on-premise version of this solution for our data centers because of the proliferation of online threats."

"Red Canary can be improved by continuing to add new features and capabilities to what they are looking at, including the types of data they're looking at and the types of systems that they're integrating with."

"The price could always be better."

"Red Canary's pricing spectrum may not be ideal for smaller financial institutions."

"The most valuable feature of Red Canary MDR is the overall threat protection it provides."

"I would like there to be an on-premise version of this solution for our data centers because of the proliferation of online threats."

"In general, the solution currently fails to provide a summary to its users."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is an expensive solution."

"When we first bought it, it was a bit expensive, but it was worth it. The licensing was straightforward."

"The pricing is a little bit on the expensive side."

"The pricing is a little high. It is per user per year."

"The solution has one subscription for endpoint protection and one subscription for detection and response. The two licenses combined give you the BRO version."

"The price was fine."

"The tool's price is moderate."

"Every customer has to pay for a license because it doesn't work with what you get from a managed services provider."

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"It is on a yearly basis. For our own company, for about 250 users, it was 16,000 euros a year."

"It is a reasonably priced solution."

"Rapid7 InsightIDR's pricing is reasonable but we have challenges with the Minimum Order Quantity. It is not reasonable for customers who have less than one hundred devices. If they can reduce Minimum Order Quantity, it is good. You have to pay around 5000-6000 dollars per year for the product. The pricing includes maintenance and support costs."

"The pricing and licensing are competitive."

"The team is very willing to work with companies. My suggestion is to call the Rapid7 sales department and see how they can help."

"The pricing is good, and it is not very expensive."

"Rapid7 InsightIDR charges us based on the endpoints we connect to."

"The pricing of the solution depends on the user. But there is a yearly licensing cost."

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"Red Canary MDR I use is an open-source tool."

"I have not compared Red Canary to other solutions to know if the price is high or low. However, I have found the price of this solution fair and reasonable, it cost approximately $100 per year, per device. If they could provide the solution for $50 per year, per device, it would be better."

"The solution could vary in price depending on how many endpoints a company has."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

12%

Construction Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

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Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	20
Large Enterprise	49

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Small Business	21
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	6

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Small Business	6
Large Enterprise	2

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

InsightIDR

Red Canary Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks

Rapid7 InsightIDR is a cloud-based security information and event management solution known for its user behavior analytics, offering rapid detection and response capabilities while facilitating seamless integration across systems.

Rapid7 InsightIDR is designed to enhance threat detection and investigation through its efficient user behavior analytics and advanced threat intelligence framework. The platform's cloud-based deployment ensures rapid setup and comprehensive event monitoring across diverse IT environments, including endpoints and Office 365. Its intuitive interface supports seamless data collection, honing in on threat detection through honeypot utilization and intelligent alerting. However, it is noted for lacking some customization features and better integration, especially with Microsoft and ITSMs.

What are the key features of Rapid7 InsightIDR?

User Behavior Analytics: Detects threats by analyzing patterns and anomalies.
Cloud Deployment: Enables quick setup and scalability.
Comprehensive Monitoring: Monitors events across systems and platforms like Office 365.
Honeypots and Alerting: Utilizes honeypots to reduce false positives and alert fatigue.
Threat Intelligence Framework: Supports effective threat hunting and remediation.

What benefits should users consider in reviews when evaluating Rapid7 InsightIDR?

Enhanced Detection: Improves threat detection with user behavior analysis.
Easy Integration: Integrates across systems for a streamlined security approach.
Rapid Response: Facilitates quick action against identified threats.
Operational Efficiency: Offers a cohesive view of security operations.

Rapid7 InsightIDR is prominently used in security operation centers to manage events, detect threats, and respond effectively. Industries apply it for network behavior monitoring, compliance, and vulnerability management. Companies integrate it with security tools to boost threat investigation, ensuring full SIEM functionalities and robust log management capacities. Its application spans behavioral and intrusion analytics, aiding in monitoring and addressing malicious activities.

Rapid7

Red Canary Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offers robust threat detection, rapid response capabilities, continuous security monitoring, and seamless integration with existing tools. Valued for its actionable reporting and proactive threat intelligence, it streamlines operations and enhances organizational efficiency and security.

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