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CucumberStudio vs HCL AppScan comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 13, 2024

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

CucumberStudio
Ranking in Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
7th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
12
Ranking in other categories
Rapid Application Development Software (28th)
HCL AppScan
Ranking in Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
1st
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
43
Ranking in other categories
Application Security Tools (14th), Static Application Security Testing (SAST) (10th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) category, the mindshare of CucumberStudio is 0.6%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of HCL AppScan is 15.3%, down from 26.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
 

Featured Reviews

Walter Wirch - PeerSpot reviewer
Facilitates integration of test scenarios while needing modernization of components
CucumberStudio is primarily used for designing test scenarios and automating testing. We have implemented it in conjunction with our own routines for integration into our infrastructure CucumberStudio aligns with our strategy for data-driven testing. It supports our product owners in designing…
Rishi Anupam - PeerSpot reviewer
A stable and scalable scanning solution with good reporting feature
The solution is used for the vulnerabilities scan on the network side The reporting part is the most valuable feature. The penetration testing feature should be included. I have been using the solution for four years. It is a stable solution. I rate it seven out of ten. It is a scalable…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"CucumberStudio aligns with our strategy for data-driven testing."
"The URL is very useful, and it has a very good UI for deploying information of the scenarios created."
"The solution is stable."
"The data table that helps in converting a single script to multiple test cases is very helpful."
"The most valuable feature of CucumberStudio is its use of action words, which allows me to avoid writing test cases from scratch for the most common scenarios."
"The best thing is that a person without knowledge about the program can easily understand what happened in our testing process."
"CucumberStudio has a very user-friendly interface."
"CucumberStudio aligns with our strategy for data-driven testing."
"The product is useful, particularly in its sensitivity and scanning capabilities."
"The UI was very intuitive."
"The reporting part is the most valuable feature."
"Technical support is helpful."
"It highlights, with several grades of severity, the types of vulnerabilities, so we can focus on the most severe security vulnerabilities in the code."
"We use it as a security testing application."
"For me, as a manager, it was the ease of use. Inserting security into the development process is not normally an easy project to do. The ability for the developer to actually use it and get results and focuses, that's what counted."
"You can easily find particular features and functions through the UI."
 

Cons

"Another kind of deployment might be useful, perhaps an option to install the tool in a local deployment."
"A key area for improvement is to revamp outdated components such as HipTest publisher."
"I think it would be better if we could also do the reporting with CucumberStudio."
"I would like to see better customer support."
"A key area for improvement is to revamp outdated components such as HipTest publisher."
"The reporting needs to be improved."
"CucumberStudio's API integration could be improved both in terms of reliability and design."
"HCL AppScan needs to improve security."
"There is room for improvement in the pricing model."
"In future releases, I would like to see more aggressive reports. I would also like to see less false positives."
"We have experienced challenges when trying to integrate this solution with other products. When you compare it with the other SecOps products, the quality of the output is too low. It is not a new-age product. It is very outdated."
"Visibility is an issue for us. Our partners do not know we have integrations with some of IBM products."
"IBM Security AppScan needs to add performance optimization for quickly scanning the target web applications."
"Many silly false positives are produced."
"Scans become slow on large websites."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The product is moderately priced, though it's an investment due to extensive code analysis needs."
"The price is very expensive."
"Our clients are willing to pay the extra money. It is expensive."
"The price of HCL AppScan is okay, in my opinion. You just buy HCL AppScan and don't pay anything anymore, meaning it is just a one-time purchase."
"Pricing was the main reason that we went ahead with this solution as they were the lowest in the market."
"The tool was expensive."
"AppScan is a little bit expensive. IBM needs to work a little bit on the pricing model, decreasing the license cost."
"HCL AppScan is expensive."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Government
11%
Manufacturing Company
9%
 

Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Hiptest?
The best thing is that a person without knowledge about the program can easily understand what happened in our testing process.
What needs improvement with Hiptest?
A key area for improvement is to revamp outdated components such as HipTest publisher. Introducing modern technology could improve the platform. API-based solutions are present but could benefit fr...
What is your primary use case for Hiptest?
CucumberStudio is primarily used for designing test scenarios and automating testing. We have implemented it in conjunction with our own routines for integration into our infrastructure.
What do you like most about HCL AppScan?
The most valuable feature of HCL AppScan is its integration with the SDLC, particularly during the coding phase.
What needs improvement with HCL AppScan?
AppScan needs to improve its handling of false positives. It also requires enhancements in customer support, similar to what Veracode provides. Regularly scheduling calls with clients to discuss fe...
What is your primary use case for HCL AppScan?
The primary use case for AppScan is for security purposes. I compare AppScan with other tools such as Veracode. We use AppScan for vulnerability detection and auto-remediation of vulnerabilities wi...
 

Also Known As

Hiptest
IBM Security AppScan, Rational AppScan, AppScan
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Cisco, Cardinal Health, Intuit, Smartbox, Accenture, Deliveroo
Essex Technology Group Inc., Cisco, West Virginia University, APIS IT
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