Rapid7

rapid7.com
Cybersecurity
Few Days

Cybersecurity solutions for vulnerability management and incident response.

How to Replace Rapid7

Overview

Rapid7 provides cloud-based security analytics and automation platforms for vulnerability management, incident detection and response, and application security. The company serves enterprises and mid-market organizations with integrated security intelligence solutions.

Features

42 features across 12 categories

Application Security(5)

API Security TestingAIPremium

Automated testing and vulnerability scanning for REST and GraphQL APIs.

Container SecurityAIPremium

Vulnerability scanning and security assessment for containerized applications.

InsightAppSecAIPremium

Automated dynamic application security testing for web and mobile applications.

Mobile App SecurityAIPremium

Security testing for iOS and Android applications in development pipelines.

Secure Code ReviewAIPremium

Static analysis for source code vulnerability detection and secure coding practices.

Asset Management(1)

Asset Discovery

Discover and inventory all assets across cloud and on-premises environments.

Cloud Security(1)

Cloud Security PosturePremium

Monitor and manage security posture across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

Compliance(2)

Compliance AutomationAIPremium

Automated compliance checks and evidence collection for audit requirements.

Compliance Reporting

Automated compliance reporting for PCI-DSS, HIPAA, CIS, and other frameworks.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Detection and Response(14)

Advanced Hunting QueriesPremium

Pre-built and custom query language for advanced threat hunting investigations.

Alert Fatigue ReductionAIPremium

ML-based alert deduplication and correlation to reduce false positives.

Database Activity MonitoringPremium

Monitor and audit database access and queries for security and compliance.

EDR CapabilitiesAIPremium

Endpoint detection and response with behavior-based threat detection.

Forensic AnalysisPremium

Post-incident forensic tools and timeline analysis for investigation.

Incident Response AutomationAIPremium

Automated playbooks and orchestration for faster threat response and remediation.

Incident TimelineAIPremium

Automated timeline reconstruction of security incidents for investigation.

InsightIDRAIPremium

Cloud-native SIEM and MDR solution for threat detection and investigation.

Lateral Movement DetectionAIPremium

Identify and alert on suspicious lateral movement within the network.

Log ManagementPremium

Centralized log collection, storage, and analysis across enterprise systems.

Malware DetectionAIPremium

AI-powered detection of malware, ransomware, and suspicious file behavior.

SOAR IntegrationAIPremium

Security orchestration, automation, and response capabilities for workflow efficiency.

Threat HuntingAIPremium

Proactive threat hunting tools with advanced search and investigation capabilities.

User Behavior AnalyticsAIPremium

Monitor and analyze user behavior to detect insider threats and compromised accounts.

Also in: SentinelOne

Managed Services(1)

Managed ServicesPremium

Professional managed detection and response services for 24/7 monitoring.

Network Security(1)

Network AnalysisAIPremium

Network traffic analysis and monitoring for anomaly detection.

Also in: Okta, SentinelOne, Wiz

Penetration Testing(1)

Penetration Testing ToolsPremium

Metasploit framework and pen testing utilities for security assessments.

Reporting(2)

Custom Dashboards

Customizable dashboards for security metrics, KPIs, and real-time visibility.

Risk Dashboard

Executive risk dashboard showing security posture and key metrics.

Risk Management(1)

Third-Party Risk ManagementPremium

Monitor and assess security posture of third-party vendors and suppliers.

Threat Intelligence(2)

Credential Exposure MonitoringAIPremium

Monitor dark web and public sources for exposed credentials and data.

Threat IntelligenceAIPremium

Real-time threat data and intelligence feeds integrated across all platforms.

Vulnerability Management(11)

Attack Surface ManagementAIPremium

Continuous monitoring and management of external attack surface.

Automated RemediationAIPremium

Trigger automatic remediation workflows and patch deployment for critical vulnerabilities.

Configuration Assessment

Scan and assess system configurations against security baselines and standards.

CVSS/Risk ScoringAIPremium

Contextual risk scoring combining CVSS with threat intelligence and asset importance.

InsightVMAIPremium

Risk-based vulnerability management platform with real-time threat intelligence.

Patch Management Integration

Integration with patch management systems to track remediation progress.

Priority ScoringAIPremium

AI-driven risk scoring to prioritize remediation based on business context.

Remediation Guidance

Detailed remediation steps and prioritized recommendations for each vulnerability.

Vulnerability Assessment

Scheduled and on-demand scans with detailed findings and recommendations.

Vulnerability CorrelationAIPremium

Link vulnerabilities to threat intelligence and active exploits in the wild.

Vulnerability ManagementAI

Scan, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities across your entire attack surface.

Pricing

Foundation

$2995/mo
  • Basic vulnerability scanning and asset discovery

Professional

Popular
$4995/mo
  • Advanced vulnerability management with threat intelligence

Enterprise

$9995/mo
  • Full platform with InsightIDR and InsightAppSec

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Rapid7

Monthly$2995/mo
Yearly$35.9k/yr
5-Year Total$179.7k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~5 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyEasy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $35.7k
SaaS
$35.9k
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $107.1k
SaaS
$107.8k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $178.5k
SaaS
$179.7k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 42 features at easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Rapid7 alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 42 features.

Buy Rapid7

Monthly cost$29,950/mo
3-year total$1,078,200
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Better Value
Development cost$36,000
Maintenance$540/mo
3-year total$55,440
Dev time~3 months

Building could save ~$1,022,760 over 3 years.

Estimates based on 42 features and a BuildScore of 4/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

30 known integrations