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Vendor: Tenable
4.2 out of 5
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Tenable Nessus mindshare

As of March 2026, the mindshare of Tenable Nessus in the Vulnerability Management category stands at 5.0%, down from 10.2% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Vulnerability Management Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Tenable Nessus5.0%
Wiz6.4%
Qualys VMDR4.9%
Other83.7%
Vulnerability Management

PeerResearch reports based on Tenable Nessus reviews

TypeTitleDate
CategoryVulnerability ManagementMar 9, 2026Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersMar 9, 2026Download
ComparisonTenable Nessus vs WizMar 9, 2026Download
ComparisonTenable Nessus vs Qualys VMDRMar 9, 2026Download
ComparisonTenable Nessus vs SentinelOne Singularity Cloud SecurityMar 9, 2026Download
Suggested products
TitleRatingMindshareRecommending
Wiz4.46.4%97%37 interviewsAdd to research
SentinelOne Singularity Cloud Security4.32.4%99%118 interviewsAdd to research
 
 
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Review data by company size

By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business35
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise30
By reviewers
By visitors reading reviews
Company SizeCount
Small Business495
Midsize Enterprise269
Large Enterprise914
By visitors reading reviews

Top industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Government
10%
Computer Software Company
9%
University
5%
Comms Service Provider
5%
Retailer
4%
Healthcare Company
4%
Educational Organization
4%
Energy/Utilities Company
4%
Real Estate/Law Firm
3%
Insurance Company
3%
Media Company
3%
Construction Company
3%
Outsourcing Company
3%
Transportation Company
2%
Performing Arts
2%
Marketing Services Firm
2%
Non Profit
2%
Wholesaler/Distributor
2%
Recreational Facilities/Services Company
1%
Legal Firm
1%
Hospitality Company
1%
Aerospace/Defense Firm
1%
Consumer Goods Company
1%
Logistics Company
1%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%
Wellness & Fitness Company
1%

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Tenable Nessus Reviews Summary
Author infoRatingReview Summary
Founder at Cipheroot4.5I've used Tenable Nessus for five years due to its powerful scanning, accurate results, and easy integration, though it's pricey. Its configuration audits and low false positives make it my top choice for comprehensive vulnerability assessments.
Security Center Coordinator at a comms service provider with 1-10 employees4.0We use Tenable Nessus primarily for compliance and testing known vulnerabilities on specific servers, valuing its ease of use and integration. However, increased pricing has been challenging, and we are considering alternatives like Qualys and Rapid7.
Co-Founder at RSU Consultancy5.0I've used Tenable Nessus Professional for over ten years; it's stable, easy to use, and saves time and costs, though recent limitations in integration and scalability reduce its appeal. I’d rate it seven out of ten.
Freelancer And CEO at a tech vendor with 1-10 employees4.5I’ve implemented Tenable Nessus for customers for 4–5 years; it’s easy to deploy, integrates well with SIEMs, and fits existing security policies. Support is adequate. Pricing is higher with 6–7% annual increases, yet ROI remains acceptable.
Senior Security Consultant at ITSEC Asia4.0I’ve used Tenable Nessus for over 10 years mainly as a white-box scanner. It's reliable, integrates well, and has great reports but needs faster scanning. Setup is easier than others, though licensing can be complex.
SOC Engineer at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees4.0I use Tenable Nessus primarily for scanning endpoints and servers for vulnerabilities. The scanning and reporting features are invaluable, but the user interface feels outdated. Despite this, Nessus offers a strong return on investment by enhancing visibility and threat management.
CIO at a insurance company with 201-500 employees4.0I use Tenable Nessus for web security and vulnerability assessment; it offers strong reporting but lacks detailed remediation guidance. Deployment was smooth, support is responsive, and while not fully integrated, it meets our current needs effectively.
Cyber Security Officer at Gudu5.0I've used Tenable Nessus for vulnerability management and found it effective, especially for automated scans and reporting. It improved our incident response and system visibility, though the interface could be better. Setup was straightforward, and support was excellent.