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HexaTier vs IBM Security Guardium Data Protection comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

HexaTier
Ranking in Database Security
15th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
IBM Security Guardium Data ...
Ranking in Database Security
1st
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
79
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Database Security category, the mindshare of HexaTier is 1.7%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of IBM Security Guardium Data Protection is 26.4%, down from 33.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Database Security Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
IBM Security Guardium Data Protection26.4%
HexaTier1.7%
Other71.9%
Database Security
 

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DP
Chief Executive Officer at Kipustec
Ensures data security and compliance with reliable alerts and protections
The manuals should be clearer. There needs to be an online course or tutorial for faster management training. The maintenance was slightly complicated. I had to read the manuals carefully and even failed the Guardium certification exam due to insufficient information or time. Improving the tool learning process would be beneficial.
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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm
26%
Computer Software Company
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Insurance Company
6%
 

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Company SizeCount
Small Business28
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise45
 

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How does IBM Guardium Data Protection compare with Imperva SecureSphere Database Security?
IBM Security Guardium Data Protection is a solution for database security from IBM that gives complete visibility, control, and analysis to secure sensitive data and comply with regulations. IBM S...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Guardium Data Protection?
I don't remember the exact prices, but Guardium is an expensive tool because it is targeted towards corporate enterprises.
What do you like most about IBM Security Guardium Data Protection?
The features I like are the robust policies, which allow us to create customized monitoring based on specific activities.
 

Also Known As

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InfoSphere Guardium, Guardium, IBM Guardium
 

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Sample Customers

Banco Do Brasil, RSA Security, EA, Scientific Games, ClickSoftware, Zendesk, LoanLogics
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