Cybersixgill vs IBM X-Force Exchange comparison

Cybersixgill and IBM are both solutions in the Threat Intelligence Platforms category. Cybersixgill is ranked #21, while IBM is ranked #12 with an average rating of 9.0. Cybersixgill holds a 2.2% mindshare in TIPT, compared to IBM’s 1.6% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Cybersixgill users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of IBM users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 11, 2024

Cybersixgill and IBM X-Force Exchange are both strong contenders in the cybersecurity market. Users find that while Cybersixgill offers commendable pricing and support, IBM X-Force Exchange edges out in terms of comprehensive features, justifying its cost.

What features are offered by Cybersixgill in comparison to IBM X-Force Exchange?

Cybersixgill provides advanced threat intelligence, real-time monitoring, and is highly valued for these services. IBM X-Force Exchange is praised for its extensive database, integration capabilities, and more robust offerings.

What areas of improvement can be found in Cybersixgill in comparison to IBM X-Force Exchange?

Cybersixgill could enhance its alert accuracy and data enrichment, with opportunities in precision. IBM X-Force Exchange users suggest improvements in data granularity and more frequent updates, focusing on data detail and update frequency.

How is the ease of deployment and customer service of Cybersixgill in comparison to IBM X-Force Exchange?

Cybersixgill users appreciate the straightforward deployment and responsive customer service. IBM X-Force Exchange is noted for its seamless integration, though some users feel customer support could be more prompt.

What setup costs and ROI can be seen with Cybersixgill in comparison to IBM X-Force Exchange?

Cybersixgill is frequently commended for its cost-effectiveness and satisfactory ROI. IBM X-Force Exchange, although pricier, is regarded as offering good value through its extensive feature set.

To learn more, read our detailed Cybersixgill vs. IBM X-Force Exchange Report (Updated: June 2025).

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Categories and Ranking

Cybersixgill

Ranking in Threat Intelligence Platforms

21st

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Vulnerability Management (66th), Digital Risk Protection (6th), Attack Surface Management (ASM) (29th)

IBM X-Force Exchange

Ranking in Threat Intelligence Platforms

12th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

8.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2025, in the Threat Intelligence Platforms category, the mindshare of Cybersixgill is 2.2%, down from 2.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM X-Force Exchange is 1.6%, down from 2.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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reviewer1528356

Lead Cyber Threat-Intelligence Analyst at a educational organization with 10,001+ employees

Provides early detection of imminent attacks, and speeds up addressing of vulnerabilities internally because it makes them real

They're a newer company, so they're working on their UI a lot. Sometimes the UI is a little glitchy. They're working on different things and making efforts, so that's totally forgivable. But regarding their scraping abilities, things could be solidified. There are definitely improvements that could be made on the specificity for setting certain queries. Step-by-step videos would be useful, instead of a book of instructions, because they're a new tool. They're now getting to the point where video training would be useful, or even live training. More digestible video instructions or opportunities for training, so that you actually learn hands-on, would help.

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JohnTamakloe

Solutions Architect at a tech services company with 51-200 employees

A threat intelligence platform aiming to enhance its intelligence

It falls under the category of AI-embedded threat intelligence, which makes detection more efficient by reducing the rate of false positives and improving the overall detection rate. When the threat intelligence alone doesn’t provide enough information, we use other methods to verify the threat. For example, IBM has its threat intelligence team and tools. If the threat intelligence doesn’t yield much information, the tool has a framework that can identify suspicious activity. We then use our judgment and experience to implement compensating controls, whether for a potentially malicious patch, IP address, or any other threat. Customers benefit from it, even if they’re not directly integrating it. Through our service, they receive the benefits of the integration. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

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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

"To be diligent for the customer, we usually go into Cybersixgill Investigative Portal to analyze and search things. The solution tells us the reputation of cyber threat actors. So, if someone has a reputation of one, it is a really bad idea to care about what that person is saying. However, if you find someone with a reputation of nine, then there is a high probability that we need to address the problem. You can get information about these type of actors in Cybersixgill Investigative Portal. They have a huge collection, which is like having the rules/goals of the dark web and deep web without having to go there. Our analysts avoid going dark web because they have Cybersixgill Investigative Portal and can get the news from their browser, searching wherever they want."

"The advanced analysis has made our security operations more efficient. It has also potentially given us quicker access to data that we might not have otherwise located."

"They also provide some of the greatest notification capabilities. I put in a customer's company name and domain names, or sometimes I put in their IP addresses as a keyword. Once Sixgill collects information that includes those keywords, they then provide us email notifications. That means we can catch information related to our customers as soon as possible."

"The solution’s approach of using limited open source intelligence and focusing, instead, on the Deep Web and Dark Web is what seals the deal. That is why I like them. I have other tools that I can aggregate all the open source intelligence from. I value Cybersixgill because it provides access to things that no one else does."

"This product has helped to increase staff productivity."

"The most valuable feature is you have the expertise of human experience directly involved. There is a team of experts."

"It's quite integratable so you can actually integrate and get IP malware and URL information. It also gives you some form of intelligence into what you're trying to investigate or what you're trying to understand."

Cons

"We need real-time updated information. If we could have this, it would be amazing. For example, if someone was posting something, then ten second later, it was on the platform. Sometimes, it takes a minute or hours right now, depending on the forum."

"Sixgill has strong capabilities based on search queries, but there is some difficulty in using Sixgill. Their querying is very powerful but it can be difficult. It's not hugely complex but you need some skill to use Sixgill querying."

"Regarding their scraping abilities, things could be solidified. There are definitely improvements that could be made on the specificity for setting certain queries."

"The breadth of access to data is good, but there are gaps. More data would be my suggestion because the platform is good and I have no complaints about the system. I think it is just a case of always trying to get more data sources."

"We would like to have more AI capabilities to detect threats and improve its productivity from a cybersecurity standpoint."

"I would like to see better integration with other systems, solutions, and vendors."

"You have to look for the new information from X-Force. X-Force will provide it but you have to look for it. We need clearer visibility."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing and licensing are good. It is expensive for us because the US dollar is quite strong compared to our dollar. Otherwise, it is quite reasonable for what it is. All the tools in the market are around the same price from my experience."

"The pricing is cheap compared with Recorded Future. Sixgill's cost-effectiveness is very good."

"Sometimes, Cybersixgill Investigative Portal is cheaper than its competitors."

"Cost is clearly a consideration, but the important thing is what we do with the data and how we protect it."

"One of the fastest ways to cut costs is reducing staff, and this product can reduce staff by 70 percent."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

15%

Manufacturing Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Educational Organization

Financial Services Firm

24%

Computer Software Company

16%

Healthcare Company

Educational Organization

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What needs improvement with IBM X-Force?

It is very expensive.

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What is your primary use case for IBM X-Force?

It's a threat intelligence platform, and we aim to enhance its intelligence by integrating additional security solutions.

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Overview

Cybersixgill empowers organizations with cyber intelligence by monitoring open sources and dark web activities, tracking threat exposure, and assessing risks without on-premises infrastructure.

Cybersixgill enables powerful intelligence gathering by providing access to a comprehensive data lake of deep and dark web activity, identifying trends in malware, and analyzing underground markets. Organizations can monitor illegal activities like credit card sales and conduct searches on hacker forums using its API and Investigative Portal. Automatic translations and alerts enhance threat detection, making it a vital tool for real-time cybersecurity management. Users have expressed a desire for better real-time updates and improved data source coverage along with more user-friendly query specificity and training materials.

What are the key features of Cybersixgill?

Investigative Portal: Empowers teams with contextual, actionable alerts and covert investigation capabilities.
Data Lake: Leverages the largest collection of deep and dark web activity for comprehensive threat analysis.
Advanced Search: Utilizes operators for specific queries and tracking leaked credentials efficiently.
Real-time Alerts: Provides instant notifications customized to organizational needs.
Threat Actor Profiling: Examines profiles, methods, and histories to understand risks comprehensively.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Time Savings: Streamlined information gathering reduces the need for multiple analysts.
Risk Mitigation: Identifying threats early lowers potential impacts and enhances security posture.
Enhanced Coverage: Broad access to deep and dark web data enriches intelligence capabilities.
Return on Investment: Effective threat detection and response minimize potential losses.

Cybersixgill's cybersecurity solutions are critical in sectors like finance, healthcare, and retail where sensitive data protection is paramount. Organizations leverage the platform to proactively detect threats and safeguard customer information, significantly reducing the risk of data breaches and fraud while maintaining industry compliance.

Cybersixgill

IBM X-Force Exchange is a cloud-based threat intelligence sharing platform enabling users to rapidly research the latest security threats, aggregate actionable intelligence and collaborate with peers. IBM X-Force Exchange is supported by human- and machine-generated intelligence leveraging the scale of IBM X-Force.

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Current customers include large enterprises, financial services, manufacturing, GSIs, MSSPs, government and law enforcement entities.

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