IBM Security QRadar vs LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] comparison

IBM and Exabeam are both solutions in the User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) category. Additionally, 91% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 60% of Exabeam users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 3, 2026

IBM Security QRadar and LogRhythm UEBA compete in the security information and event management category. QRadar appears to have the upper hand due to its advanced integration and correlation capabilities.

Features: IBM Security QRadar offers comprehensive threat detection and analysis, real-time alerting, integration with various security tools, and support for user behavior analytics. LogRhythm UEBA is known for strong risk scoring and behavioral analysis, providing insights into risky behaviors and prioritizing high-severity threats.

Room for Improvement: IBM Security QRadar users have reported challenges with system updates, limited integrations, and costly licensing fees, with enhancements needed in customization and real-time notifications. LogRhythm UEBA could improve in dashboard flexibility, model transparency, and integrating with more data sources.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IBM Security QRadar supports deployment across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments, with mixed feedback on support responsiveness. LogRhythm UEBA is typically deployed on-premises, with consistent support, but lacks QRadar's deployment flexibility.

Pricing and ROI: IBM Security QRadar is considered expensive due to event-per-second licensing, yet offers strong ROI through comprehensive security features. LogRhythm UEBA provides more budget-friendly options, particularly appealing to smaller businesses, and efficiently reduces response times and lowers false positives.

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Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Net...

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ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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HarshBhardiya

SOC Engineer at a outsourcing company with 10,001+ employees

Have managed daily asset and alert monitoring effectively but have encountered limitations with manual processes and interface usability

It's still very manual and doesn't work on its own. It's still in an early stage and not on par where we can consider it a really successful detection system. The accuracy is not there. The UI could be better when compared to Sentinels where we can use flags and tagging. It could be much more user-friendly. IBM Security QRadar has all features and is fully competitive with other SIEM tools, but when it comes to user-friendliness, a new user takes time to get used to it. More intuitive, user-friendly interfaces and more helpful documentation would be beneficial. The query searching and data fetching could be faster. In large to very large organizations with around 5,000 or 6,000 assets or beyond, even with proper configurations and RAM and hardware backing up, the query is fairly slow.

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Venda E

Cloud Option Engineer at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Behavior analytics has improved insider threat detection and reduces false positives for our team

The best features LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] offers are its behavioral balancing, baselining, risk scoring, and correlation with SIEM events, and what stands out most is risk scoring, which gives clear visibility into which user behaviors are genuinely risky and helps our team to focus on the highest priority threats without drowning in noise. Risk scoring helps us to quickly identify which users' activity needs immediate attention by clearly ranking threats based on impact and likelihood; it changes our day-to-day operations by reducing time spent on low-risk alerts and allowing the team to prioritize investigations and response actions more effectively and consistently. LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] has positively impacted our organization by improving our ability to detect insider threats and compromised accounts earlier, resulting in better security visibility, reduced false positives, and faster investigations and response times, which helped the team operate more effectively with greater confidence. I observed a noticeable reduction in false positive alert volume, which shortened the investigation time per incident, improving the mean time to detect and respond, and helping identify high-risk user activities earlier, which prevented potential security incidents from escalating.

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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

"The anti-exploit is impenetrable."

"Cortex is a very good total solution on the endpoints."

"We have a complete overview of all our PCs and it's very easy to handle and to use the interface. It has a lot of benefits for us."

"It collects and caches and the knowledge of machine learning from different customers to take to the cloud, it makes it better to use for everybody, it allows for quick learning and updates and can, therefore, offer zero-day malware security, and this sharing of metadata helps make the solution very safe."

"The product's most valuable features are massive user and feature intelligence exploit detection."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is easy to use and does not consume a lot of hardware resources."

"We can use Cortex XDR to get the entire graph of the incidents from source to destination, and we can take remedial action."

"We've had a significant increase in blocking with a decrease in false positives, because it's looking at how the files work, not just a list of files that it's been told to look for."

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"We run 65 servers globally with just two people: an engineering person and me."

"It is a scalable solution."

"For small and medium enterprises, QRadar is the best solution, due to its price and performance."

"The user interface is really great and it simplifies the task of monitoring your environment."

"It's user-friendly when compared to other products."

"The scalability is awesome, because QRadar includes other solutions in the same console."

"The product helps increase development speed, and the customization is very good, as are the dashboards and the security."

"The vulnerability management aspect is the most valuable feature."

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"I typically use the product for reducing cyber risk, and I can investigate attacks more quickly using machine learning tools."

"What I like most about LogRhythm UEBA is that it allows you to identify and analyze end-user behaviors and suspicious activities within the systems."

"The solution is useful for privilege accounts and super admin accounts. It is beneficial from a security perspective. The tool uses machine learning rather than threshold-based alerts. For instance, it can detect unusual user logins, such as a user logging in from a new browser or location."

"The most valuable features are file activity monitoring and registry activity monitoring."

"It is easy to monitor users and that is how the solution is adding value to our firm."

"The capability of pinpointing specific cyber incidents is a valuable feature for us."

"Licensing is on a yearly basis, and it's not expensive compared to its competitors."

"The solution's most valuable features are the graphical user interface and the reporting."

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Cons

"The solution eats memory of the computer, unlike anything I've ever seen."

"It is not very strong in terms of endpoint management. It should have additional features like DLP, encryption, or advanced device control. Currently, Cortex is good in terms of the security of the endpoints, but it is not as good as other vendors in terms of the management of the endpoint."

"There are some default policies which sometimes affect our applications and cause them to run around."

"The solution could improve by providing better integration with their own products and others."

"In general, the price could be more competitive."

"Fine-tuning the detection policy requires experience because the policy is very complex in Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, and we get high false positive alerts."

"The configuration could be simplified. I would like to see better protection, specifically to protect email applications."

"The GUI could be improved."

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"There are many limitations in using SAP, EBS, or Micro-Dynamics; a lot of things that are happening in those platforms could also be monitored and allowed from the cybersecurity risks perspective."

"QRadar log integration of various applications can be a tough job at times."

"There are several vulnerabilities that IBM is working with us on."

"QRadar needs to be more specialized, along the lines of what other SIEM solutions are. It needs to be more detailed."

"The solution is highly used here in Pakistan and in many sectors, they could improve it by having more SIEM connectors."

"IMB should reduce the pricing, or reduce some of the features for a more economical solution for the customer."

"I would like to see a more user-friendly product. At this stage, you need to use a lot of widgets to do your searches."

"We've used technical support and it hasn't been great."

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"Better dashboarding. At the moment, the dashboard only has an hour."

"LogRhythm UEBA's data aggregation needs to be improved. Open-source users do not have much documentation available. Documentation is available only for enterprise users."

"The cloud version is lacking and not up to par."

"The solution is very expensive. There are also costs beyond the standard licensing fee."

"The only problem is that the agents consume too much memory and system resources; the memory and resource consumption is high."

"The search feature needs to be improved."

"The product could be user-friendly for someone who doesn’t have any prior experience working with it."

"It should have better mitigation with other solutions and be tightly integrated with other solutions. It has to be improved."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Traps pays for itself within the first 16 months of a three-year subscription. This is attributed to OPEX savings, as security teams spent less time trying to identify and isolate malware for analysis as a result of a reduction in malware incidents, false positives, and breach avoidance."

"Compared to CrowdStrike, Cortex XDR is an expensive solution."

"The price of the solution is high for the license and in general."

"The pricing is okay, although direct support can be expensive."

"Our customers have expressed that the price is high."

"The solution is expensive. It's pricing is on a yearly-basis."

"Its pricing is kind of in line with its competitors and everybody else out there."

"Every customer has to pay for a license because it doesn't work with what you get from a managed services provider."

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"found other solutions, with more features at the same cost or less. You don’t have to leave the Gartner Magic Quadrant to beat their price."

"Go through a vulnerability assessment review for price breaks. A virtualized solution will also cut down on cost."

"IBM's Qradar is not for small companie. Unfortunately, it would be 'overkill' to place it plainly. The pricing would be too much."

"As for licensing costs, I haven't seen the exact figures, but it is considered somewhat costly. On a scale from one to ten, where one is very expensive and ten is very cheap, I would rate it a six—it’s costly but worth the money."

"It is a perpetual license that we have for the event collector. The licensing is done based on the number of events and flows that you receive on this particular device. These are perpetual licenses, which means once you purchase them, they don't expire, which means that the support to IBM is definitely renewed after every one year. We have an enterprise agreement with IBM, which puts the cost in a totally different category as compared to someone who is not an IBM partner and is approaching IBM for this solution. We were able to get massive discounts. To give you an idea, we recently purchased 30,000 event licenses, and it costs around $480,000. It is definitely not a cheap product. We have licenses for about 270,000 events per second and 3 million flows per second. All the appliances and their events and flows are basically clubbed together and charged or rather calculated through a single source. The console receives all the details from all the event processes that we have globally. So, the license that we have is a single license for 270,000 events per second and 3 million flows per second, but that can be managed centrally. I was only part of the secondary purchase, which was 30,000 events per second for about $480,000. You can calculate how much we paid for 270,000 events. Reducing its price would be a compromise. We have already used a lower-priced product in the form of NNT, but we had to get rid of it because it was not doing the job that we actually wanted to do. You get what you pay for."

"IBM has subscriptions plans that run for one year."

"There are additional costs, such as the cost associated with the different hardware required for implementation and deployment. Along with the add-on apps, these are all additional costs, and they require licensing as well."

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"As LogRhythm UEBA is pretty expensive, I'd give its pricing a seven out of ten."

"The pricing is nice when compared to other products in the industry."

"LogRhythm UEBA's pricing is affordable for small and medium businesses."

"It is quite a budget-friendly product."

"Licensing is on a yearly basis. It's not expensive compared to its competitors."

"I rate the product's pricing a three out of ten. However, the cloud version is expensive. You need to hire professional services for deployment and migrations, which can be expensive."

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Top Industries

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Construction Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

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Computer Software Company

10%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Retailer

11%

Construction Company

10%

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Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	52

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Small Business	92
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Large Enterprise	107

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

IBM QRadar, QRadar SIEM, QRadar UBA, QRadar on Cloud, IBM QRadar Advisor with Watson

LogRhythm UserXDR, LogRhythm Enterprise UEBA

Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

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IBM Security QRadar offers real-time threat detection, data correlation, and integration with third-party solutions, providing a user-friendly interface, scalability, and extensive reporting capabilities for SIEM needs.

IBM Security QRadar is designed for comprehensive security monitoring in diverse environments, aiding sectors like telecom and finance with advanced threat detection and breach management. It aggregates data and analyzes user behavior, while its customizable and out-of-the-box rules deliver robust security insights and vulnerability management. The platform seeks enhancements in integration, performance, and user interface, with a focus on AI and cloud service compatibility.

What are the most important features of IBM Security QRadar?

Real-time Threat Detection: Monitors and alerts on security incidents as they happen.
Data Correlation: Aggregates and connects disparate data sources for cohesive analysis.
Third-party Integration: Supports seamless interaction with other security tools.
Scalability: Grows with organizational needs without sacrificing performance.
Customizable Rules: Allows tailored security settings for specific requirements.

What benefits and ROI should be expected?

Enhanced Security Insights: Offers comprehensive coverage across environments.
Reduced False Positives: Minimizes unnecessary alerts, improving efficiency.
User-friendly Interface: Simplifies navigation and analysis tasks.
Extensive Reporting Capabilities: Provides detailed insights for informed decision-making.
Compliance Focus: Assists in meeting regulatory standards effectively.

Telecom, finance, and cloud-based industries implement IBM Security QRadar for threat detection, compliance, and security monitoring. It is deployed for log collection and correlation, user behavior analytics, and ensuring secure data transfer and incident management, focusing on compliance and anomaly detection.

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LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] offers advanced threat detection with an intuitive interface, utilizing correlation, behavior analysis, and machine learning to monitor server threats and privileged accounts effectively.

LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] provides comprehensive user behavior analytics and threat hunting capabilities, making use of customizable dashboards, reporting tools, file and registry monitoring. CloudAI adds depth by identifying unknown activities, enhancing network visibility and cyber risk reduction through constant monitoring. Users in Sri Lanka find it valuable for network stability, while other users leverage it for improved user monitoring and quick attack investigation. Despite its strong features, enhancements in integration, pricing in Asia, and documentation could improve its adoption.

What are the key features of LogRhythm UEBA [EOL]?

Intuitive Graphical Interface: Provides a user-friendly experience tailored to cybersecurity needs.
Customizable Dashboards: Offers personalized monitoring views and reporting capabilities.
Effective Reporting Tools: Enhances incident analysis and decision-making with detailed insights.
Machine Learning: Identifies patterns in user behavior, detecting anomalies efficiently.
CloudAI: Detects unknown activities, improving threat identification accuracy.

What benefits can users expect from LogRhythm UEBA [EOL]?

Enhanced Threat Detection: Increases network safety through comprehensive monitoring.
Improved Network Visibility: Facilitates better management of cybersecurity resources.
Quick Attack Investigation: Reduces time to detect and respond to threats.
Cyber Risk Reduction: Employs machine learning to address potential security gaps proactively.

In the financial sector, LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] is implemented to monitor privileged accounts and identify suspicious transactions swiftly. Healthcare organizations use it to safeguard sensitive patient data through behavior analysis. Manufacturing firms apply it to protect intellectual property and ensure compliance with industry regulations. Across these industries, the adaptability and analytics of LogRhythm UEBA [EOL] offer a strategic approach to cybersecurity management.

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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

Clients across multiple industries, such as energy, financial, retail, healthcare, government, communications, and education use QRadar.

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