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Qualys Web Application Scanning Reviews

Vendor: Qualys
3.8 out of 5

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Qualys Web Application Scanning mindshare

As of March 2026, the mindshare of Qualys Web Application Scanning in the Application Security Tools category stands at 1.8%, down from 1.9% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Application Security Tools Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Qualys Web Application Scanning1.8%
SonarQube16.3%
Checkmarx One9.9%
Other72.0%
Application Security Tools

PeerResearch reports based on Qualys Web Application Scanning reviews

TypeTitleDate
CategoryApplication Security ToolsMar 28, 2026Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersMar 28, 2026Download
ComparisonQualys Web Application Scanning vs SonarQubeMar 28, 2026Download
ComparisonQualys Web Application Scanning vs Checkmarx OneMar 28, 2026Download
ComparisonQualys Web Application Scanning vs VeracodeMar 28, 2026Download
Suggested products
TitleRatingMindshareRecommending
SonarQube4.016.3%83%135 interviewsAdd to research
Snyk4.15.5%100%51 interviewsAdd to research
 
 
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Review data by company size

By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business7
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise24
By reviewers
By visitors reading reviews
Company SizeCount
Small Business175
Midsize Enterprise91
Large Enterprise368
By visitors reading reviews

Top industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Computer Software Company
9%
Comms Service Provider
6%
Government
6%
Insurance Company
5%
University
4%
Performing Arts
4%
Healthcare Company
4%
Media Company
4%
Marketing Services Firm
3%
Wholesaler/Distributor
3%
Retailer
3%
Educational Organization
3%
Real Estate/Law Firm
2%
Outsourcing Company
2%
Construction Company
2%
Energy/Utilities Company
2%
Transportation Company
2%
Non Profit
2%
Consumer Goods Company
1%
Logistics Company
1%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%
Hospitality Company
1%
Legal Firm
1%
Wellness & Fitness Company
1%

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Qualys Web Application Scanning Reviews Summary
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Security Officer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees2.5I use Qualys Web Application Scanning mainly for vulnerability management; it's easy to set up with a user-friendly dashboard, though it lacks deep crawling and often flags false positives, requiring manual checks for real impact.
Senior Security Engineer at Charter Communications3.5I use Qualys Web Application Scanning for compliance, focusing on host-based scanning and PCI compliance. Its robust interface and quick detection of vulnerabilities like the OWASP Top 10 stand out. However, false positives need reduction. I prefer it over CrowdStrike, Kenna, and Contrast.
Team Lead, Cyber Security at Uridium Technologies4.0I use Qualys Web Application Scanning for both internal and external asset vulnerability scanning. It's user-friendly and effective, especially with credential scanning. While it's a bit pricey compared to Tenable Nessus, it meets most of our web application needs.
Security Engnr at Infoseck2k4.0I find Qualys WAS impressive for its fast, automated scans, integrated modules, and ease of setup, making it a cost-effective solution. However, it needs improvement in vulnerability discovery, authenticated scans, and UI compared to other tools.
Associate Principal, Software Engineering at LTI - Larsen & Toubro Infotech4.0I use Qualys Web Application Scanning for accurate and flexible application scans, integrating it into our CI/CD pipeline. While it minimizes false positives and offers scalability, adding LLM-based features is necessary as AI reliance grows.
Head of Operations, Supply Chain at Lyreco Deutschland GmbH3.5I use Qualys Web Application Scanning as part of our vulnerability management strategy, focusing on web application, container, and infrastructure vulnerabilities. However, building automation is challenging, and it isn't integrated into our SDLC process, limiting its effectiveness. We use AWS.
Cyber security specialist at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees4.0We use Qualys Web Application Scanning for vulnerability management, appreciating its fast crawling, reduced false positives, and responsive support. While the new UI could be more user-friendly, the solution saves time with automation and improves web application reliability.
Security Consultant at Cognizant4.5I use Qualys Web Application Scanning for vulnerability and web application scanning because it provides features like threat protection and container security. It's complex to navigate compared to Tenable and Rapid7, but scalable with visible ROI and no extra installation costs.