IBM Watson for Cyber Security vs Netwrix Auditor comparison

IBM and Netwrix are both solutions in the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) category. IBM is ranked #58, while Netwrix is ranked #27 with an average rating of 9.5. IBM holds a 0.4% mindshare in SIEM, compared to Netwrix’s 0.6% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Netwrix users who would recommend it.

IBM Watson for Cyber Security

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IBM Watson for Cyber Security

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Sep 18, 2024

IBM Watson for Cyber Security and Netwrix Auditor offer robust solutions in the cybersecurity category. Netwrix Auditor often emerges as the preferred choice due to its comprehensive feature set and ease of use.

Features: Users highlight IBM Watson's advanced threat detection, AI capabilities, and machine learning. In contrast, Netwrix Auditor is praised for its extensive auditing tools, ease of reporting, and user-friendly interface.

Room for Improvement: Users report IBM Watson could benefit from more intuitive navigation, better integration with third-party tools, and simplified user interface. Netwrix Auditor has feedback suggesting enhancements in scalability for larger enterprises, improved data visualization, and faster report generation.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: IBM Watson's deployment model is complex and often requires specialized assistance. Netwrix Auditor is noted for its straightforward setup process and responsive customer service.

Pricing and ROI: IBM Watson's setup costs are higher, reflecting its advanced technology. Users find Netwrix Auditor more cost-effective with quicker ROI due to its lower initial investment and beneficial auditing results.

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Watson for Cyber Security

Ranking in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

58th

Average Rating

8.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Netwrix Auditor

Ranking in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

27th

Average Rating

9.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.2

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

GRC (11th), Identity and Access Management as a Service (IDaaS) (IAMaaS) (16th), Active Directory Management (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) category, the mindshare of IBM Watson for Cyber Security is 0.4%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Netwrix Auditor is 0.6%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Netwrix Auditor	0.6%
IBM Watson for Cyber Security	0.4%
Other	99.0%

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Featured Reviews

Elena Stefanovska

Sales Account Manager at InTec System

Knowledgeable support, reliable, and useful compliance policies

IBM Watson for Cyber Security can be deployed on-premise or in the cloud and it is used as a SIEM solution The most valuable features of IBM Watson for Cyber Security are ease of use and out-of-the-box reports and compliance policies. Additionally, if there are aspects that are missing IBM add…

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RishiPandit

Lead - Technical Services at Impetus

Optimizing time and effort through comprehensive auditing features

Netwrix Auditor doesn't have many competitors at the level in which it is placed. All other companies provide auditing solutions but not up to the feature list; it is very broad and robust. The best features include flexibility to interact directly with MS-SQL. Real-time alerts help identify potential security threats. The ability to streamline audits with insights into configuration states is helpful, as the access reviews and audit reports are really insightful. This is a good tool. The search functionality is available, but comparative to other vendors, this is a bit slower. Reports are effective; the compliance reports and all the reports are very insightful. That is good.

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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 most valuable features of IBM Watson for Cyber Security are ease of use and out-of-the-box reports and compliance policies. Additionally, if there are aspects that are missing IBM add them in the next release."

"The most valuable feature of this product is innovation, where the research and upgrading of technology never ends."

"IBM Watson for Cyber Security is very stable."

"The customer support is very good."

"Netwrix provides features that no other solution on the market does."

"Netwrix Auditor doesn't have many competitors at the level in which it is placed; all other companies provide auditing solutions but not up to the feature list—it is very broad and robust."

"I am impressed with the tool's reporting feature and notifications."

"It maintains audit logs for the duration of time that you wish, as long as you have the storage capacity to do so."

"The most valuable features of Netwrix Auditor are its affordability compared to similar products and its comprehensive monitoring of admin activities."

"I have found user behavior analysis and the ability to run risk assessments important features. Additionally, the interface and online documentation are very good."

"The most valuable feature is the real-time monitoring."

"What I find the most valuable about Netwrix Auditor is the way it shows risk. The reports are very clear."

Cons

"This is an expensive product, so making it more cost-effective would be an improvement."

"They need to continue to build the AI capabilities."

"The dashboard could improve in IBM Watson for Cyber Security."

"In the future, I would like to see threat intelligence included."

"There is room for improvements when it comes to the licensing."

"An improvement would be if there was an another way to manage the logs besides email because it's not so practical."

"I expect usability features to become more refined over time. I'm interested to see how it evolves and continues to improve."

"In the UI, we have to adjust and resize our console many times, and sometimes it appears, sometimes you have to close and open it, and sometimes it does not give a scroll bar to navigate."

"There is room for improvement with the introduction of AI functionality."

"The Linux compatibility of this solution could be improved."

"The solution lacks self-service on password reset. It also needs to improve its scalability."

"When there are issues I would like remediation to be in one place."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of this solution should be lower, although I understand why IBM charges a premium price."

"IBM Watson for Cyber Security is very simple to license and is priced well."

"There is a license for this solution and we are on an annual license. The price is reasonable."

"This solution is reasonably priced. I would rate it a nine out of ten."

"The tool's price is fair."

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Government

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Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	4

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What do you like most about Netwrix Auditor?

The most valuable features of Netwrix Auditor are its affordability compared to similar products and its comprehensive monitoring of admin activities.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Netwrix Auditor?

I don't know about the pricing of this, but it is good at this price point because our organization has purchased it, which means it was in budget. We usually do not buy expensive solutions, so the...

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What needs improvement with Netwrix Auditor?

The areas of improvement include the front end, as the UI should be more intuitive and there should be fewer bugs. In the UI, we have to adjust and resize our console many times, and sometimes it a...

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Overview

Watson for cyber security can draw security intelligence from millions of security blogs, online forums and white papers - so you can see threats unseen by other systems.

IBM

Netwrix Auditor is a security-focused solution that monitors IT environments by tracking changes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing visibility into user activities. It offers detailed auditing, real-time alerts, and robust reporting tools. Its intuitive interface and comprehensive features boost efficiency, productivity, and organizational growth.

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AT&T, SanDisk, Siemens, Verizon, Electrolux, Allianz, Societe Generale

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