HackerOne vs Virsec Security Platform comparison

HackerOne and Virsec Systems are both solutions in the Application Security Tools category. HackerOne is ranked #29 with an average rating of 8.3, while Virsec Systems is ranked #34 with an average rating of 7.0. HackerOne holds a 0.2% mindshare in AS, compared to Virsec Systems’s 0.2% mindshare. Additionally, 85% of HackerOne users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Virsec Systems users who would recommend it.

HackerOne

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85% willing to recommend

Virsec Security Platform

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 15, 2025

HackerOne and Virsec Security Platform are key players in cybersecurity. Based on feature set and advanced threat protection, Virsec holds an edge due to its robust defense capabilities against sophisticated threats. However, when considering pricing and customer support, HackerOne offers a more budget-friendly and customer-responsive option.

Features: HackerOne provides a bug bounty platform, community engagement, and proactive vulnerability identification. Virsec Security Platform ensures real-time protection, advanced memory protection, and application security through runtime visibility.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: HackerOne benefits from an easy cloud-based setup allowing quick user onboarding. Virsec requires an on-premises or hybrid installation, offering customized security configurations. HackerOne is supported by a responsive support team, while Virsec guarantees robust post-deployment service tailored to enterprise needs.

Pricing and ROI: HackerOne's flexible pricing models are often seen as economical, favoring organizations that need efficient vulnerability management. Virsec Security Platform, although demanding a higher initial investment, provides considerable ROI by mitigating advanced threats effectively.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

HackerOne

Ranking in Application Security Tools

29th

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Vulnerability Management (40th), Bug Bounty Platforms (1st), Penetration Testing Services (1st), Attack Surface Management (ASM) (15th)

Virsec Security Platform

Ranking in Application Security Tools

34th

Average Rating

7.0

Reviews Sentiment

5.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (56th), Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP) (25th)

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Application Security Tools category, the mindshare of HackerOne is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Virsec Security Platform is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Faizan Nehal

dApp Auditor at Hacken

Platform supports skill development with effective vulnerability reporting

Everything has become slower on HackerOne. I have noticed that older researchers receive all the private invites while newer ones receive fewer. The same goes for real-life events, where the same people are invited repeatedly. There are no clear guidelines for being invited to programs and conferences, and the process for receiving invitations appears arbitrary.

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KevinMcCarthy

Security Manager at Klearnow

Helps with Zero-day protection

We use the solution for Zero-day protection. The solution stops any kind of remote code execution. The tool's dashboard needs to load since it is not responsive and takes time to load. I have been using the product for a year. I would rate the tool's stability a six out of ten. I would…

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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

"HackerOne is larger than WebCloud and has a better reputation than BugCloud, which results in a smoother process."

"It helps me to get new sales, profits, and other benefits."

"HackerOne is larger than WebCloud and has a better reputation than BugCloud, which results in a smoother process."

"The most valuable feature of HackerOne is its variety of programs. These programs provide depth into various areas, such as mobile, API, and websites."

"Apart from getting all the bug bounty opportunities, we also get the chance to practice in a safe environment, like a demo setup. These features are great for beginners who want to explore bug bounties in the future."

"We use the solution for Zero-day protection."

Cons

"One issue I've experienced is traffic. Many people try to participate when an opportunity with a bounty of around 1,000-15,000 dollars comes up. In this case, the first person to report the vulnerability gets the bounty. If a second person reports the same vulnerability, they are marked as duplicated instead of receiving some recognition. The second person also invested time finding the issue, so I think this can be improved."

"Everything has become slower on HackerOne. I have noticed that older researchers receive all the private invites while newer ones receive fewer."

"Response time can be improved. The HackerOne Trust team can be slow to respond sometimes. They're not using AI, which could help reduce the number of duplicate reports."

"Everything has become slower on HackerOne."

"The ability to view the conversation between the triagers and the programs will be really good."

"The tool's dashboard needs to load since it is not responsive and takes time to load."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool is open-source and free for bug bounty hunters."

"The solution is free."

"I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

13%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Healthcare Company

24%

Manufacturing Company

24%

Financial Services Firm

University

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HackerOne?

The cost is rated as one since there is no need to pay anything, not even a fee or commission.

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What needs improvement with HackerOne?

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What is your primary use case for HackerOne?

My use case is similar to DuckTron. The processes I use for DuckTron are exactly the same for HackerOne. Therefore, there isn't much of a difference. I use HackerOne for finding vulnerabilities and...

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What do you like most about Virsec Security Platform?

We use the solution for Zero-day protection.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Virsec Security Platform?

I would rate the solution's pricing an eight out of ten.

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What needs improvement with Virsec Security Platform?

The tool's dashboard needs to load since it is not responsive and takes time to load.

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Also Known As

HackerOne Assets, HackerOne Pentesting Services, HackerOne Security Assessments, HackerOne Vulnerability Management

Virsec

Overview

HackerOne becomes your partner who executes all aspects of your bug bounty program, including triage, bounty pricing, and hacker relations, allowing you to fully focus on fixing vulnerabilities.

HackerOne

Virsec Security Platform (VSP) is an enterprise cybersecurity solution that continuously protects application, web and host workloads against advanced cyber threats and neutralizes zero-day exploits with zero dwell time (milliseconds). The Virsec Security Platform (VSP) aligns with Zero Trust Architectural approaches and presents a portfolio of compensating security controls that automate the enforcement of runtime execution of authorized processes, scripts, libraries and dependencies that harden Windows and Linux Host OS (Operating System) server, application, and web workloads at runtime.

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Sample Customers

Zenefits, Adobe, Yelp

Broadcom, Allstate, Department of Homeland Security

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