Mirantis Container Cloud vs Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks comparison

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Mirantis and Palo Alto Networks are both solutions in the Container Security category. Mirantis is ranked #33 with an average rating of 8.0, while Palo Alto Networks is ranked #3 with an average rating of 9.0. Mirantis holds a 0.6% mindshare in Container Security, compared to Palo Alto Networks’s 7.3% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Mirantis users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 98% of Palo Alto Networks users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 1, 2026

Mirantis Container Cloud and Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks compete in cloud management. Prisma Cloud seems to have an upper hand due to its comprehensive security features and integration capabilities, while Mirantis is recognized for its pricing structure and support satisfaction.

Features: Mirantis Container Cloud offers multi-cloud management capabilities, providing a unified experience across platforms, seamless cloud orchestration, and cost-effective solutions. Prisma Cloud excels in robust security features, including threat detection and compliance management, making it suitable for security-focused needs. It also integrates well with various DevOps tools, enhancing operational efficiency.

Room for Improvement: Mirantis Container Cloud could enhance its security features by integrating more advanced threat detection capabilities and improving scalability options for large-scale deployments. Documentation could also be more detailed to facilitate easier troubleshooting. Prisma Cloud could focus on reducing its pricing model to make it more affordable for smaller businesses and enhance the user interface for easier navigation. Additionally, the deployment processes could be simplified to reduce setup times further.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Prisma Cloud provides a straightforward deployment model prioritizing security integration, with responsive and knowledgeable customer service. Mirantis Container Cloud offers customizable deployment experiences and dedicated support teams that enhance customer service, although users might find its deployment less straightforward than Prisma Cloud.

Pricing and ROI: Mirantis Container Cloud offers competitive pricing models with a substantial ROI derived from operational efficiency. In contrast, Prisma Cloud's pricing, although higher, is justified by its extensive security features and delivers greater ROI in security-enhanced environments. Both products have their respective strengths in pricing strategies and ROI delivery.

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Qualys TotalCloud

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Container Security category, the mindshare of Qualys TotalCloud is 1.8%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Mirantis Container Cloud is 0.6%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks is 7.3%, down from 10.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Container Security Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks	7.3%
Qualys TotalCloud	1.8%
Mirantis Container Cloud	0.6%
Other	90.3%

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reviewer2859021

Sr Security Engineer at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees

Risk-based triage has transformed container security and now prioritizes high-impact threats

The best features Qualys TotalCloud offers currently include managing cloud infrastructure and container security while facing major challenges such as alert fatigue. Traditional vulnerability scanners flag hundreds of CVEs on short-lived Kubernetes containers, some of which have no internet exposure or are gone before we can even triage them. I leverage Qualys TotalCloud to move beyond static CVSS. I use it to implement runtime exposure, correlation risk reprioritization, and shift-left integration. This notifies developers to fix a base image upstream rather than patching live ephemeral instances. In my work with cloud and container security, the biggest operational hurdle was alert fatigue. I use Qualys to shift left from static CVSS severity to context-aware risk prioritization. I correlated raw vulnerability data with real-time risk factors such as public network exposure, active runtime execution, or overly permissive IAM roles. This allows us to immediately drop the priority of isolated containers and escalate lower-severity CVEs that sit on an exposed, high-risk path. We can map these findings directly back to our CI/CD pipelines so developers can patch the root base images upstream. We have drastically cut down the signal-to-noise ratio, saved a lot of manual hours doing triage work, and ensured engineering effort goes directly towards high-impact risk reduction.

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Hitesh D

Senior Manager at pnb metlife

High availability and self-healing mechanisms ensure seamless production builds

The most useful feature of Mirantis Container Cloud for our container management is Kubernetes. It provides a cluster, high availability, and a self-healing mechanism. Its multi-cluster management capability enhances our operational efficiency as it is easy to use, and every deployment is from the CI/CD, which automatically builds and deploys without human interference, reducing our deployment time to a few seconds.

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reviewer2776578

Cyber Security Architect at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees

Image scanning has supported consistent security practices during cloud deployment

On a scale of ten, we would say people are happy with Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks for the part we use. People are okay with it. We probably would give an eight. We don't give ten because if we don't use the other parts of Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks, it's because it was difficult to implement from an operational point of view. We could have deployed the runtime monitoring with Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks, but within our organization at our company, it was very difficult to find who would be the owner for the alerts. People have other tools and in the end, we don't use the full capabilities of a product that we pay for. It's partially related to the difficulty to integrate Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks runtime in our company's support process. We don't use the real-time monitoring part of Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks. We don't know about the automated remediation feature of Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks.

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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

"Its excellent graphical interface makes the scanning process simple."

"The platform's unified view of the organization proves particularly valuable for leadership team meetings."

"The best features in Qualys TotalCloud include the total asset management of the cloud environment. It is very easy to export the report and see the vulnerabilities related to the cloud specifically."

"Generally, Qualys is very good at detections, whether on cloud or on-prem, and the agent allows deployment on both infrastructures, providing continuous monitoring of your assets, which is a key selling point for us."

"Qualys TotalCloud's most valuable feature is its ability to link clusters of assets, providing a clear model of deployments, vulnerabilities, and statuses."

"Qualys TotalCloud has significantly reduced our workload in terms of managing risks, helping us to be more efficient and save substantial resources."

"Once it is set up, Qualys has proved to be one of our greatest assets."

"If someone were to ask me to review Qualys TotalCloud, I would summarize it as an end-to-end solution for cloud security with visibility and governance-grade controls without needing to manage multiple disconnected tools."

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"The solution has enhanced the security and compliance management of container environments which reduces operational overhead and costs."

"The commissioning is very fast."

"The most useful feature of Mirantis Container Cloud for our container management is Kubernetes. It provides a cluster, high availability, and a self-healing mechanism."

"Mirantis Container Cloud operates similarly to how we interact with databases. It provides a comprehensive platform for deploying and managing containerized applications across cloud environments."

"Using this solution for a production environment that should be working 24/7 is the biggest proof of stability."

"The solution is scalable and we have plans to increase usage in the future."

"One of the most valuable feature is its scalability because it is easy to work with. Even though I haven't fully removed it before, it's simple to get started and develop further. It's comparable to working with languages like C++ and Python. Python. It is easy to understand and more user-friendly."

"The solution containerizes software."

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"The most valuable feature of Prisma Cloud for our clients is CSPM, as it helps clients gain visibility into all the assets with their cloud providers."

"In addition to that, I can get a snapshot of what I deemed were the priority vulnerabilities, whether it was identity access management, key rotation, or secrets management. Whatever you deem to be a priority for mitigating threats for your environment, you can get that as a snapshot."

"It provides good visibility and control regardless of the complexity."

"We haven't had an issue with the product for over a year."

"The two most valuable features are container security and the capability to discover workloads."

"Prisma Cloud has enabled us to take a very strong preventive approach to cloud security."

"It has a feature for customized security policy. I implement it in banking, health insurance, and other sectors, and every organization has its own customized policies and procedures. In Prisma Cloud, you can customize policies, and based on that, you can do monitoring."

"It also provides us with a single tool to manage our entire cloud architecture. In fact, we are using a multi-account strategy with our AWS organization. We use Prisma as a single source of truth to identify high- or medium-severity threats inside our organization."

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Cons

"With the growing integration of AI, I would like Qualys to enhance its service offerings to better accommodate AI-related risks."

"TotalCloud could improve its scanning of niche devices like Wi-Fi dongles and USB modems because they are often untested. It covers everything else, like laptops, mobile devices, and Bluetooth IoT devices. They can improve on the small IoT devices because hackers and testers use these."

"There is a lack of data segregation according to criticality or inventory."

"The main area needing improvement is integration. Although the team is strengthening TotalCloud, integration can be enhanced with SIEM, SOAR, ITSM, and other sources."

"From a downside perspective, the UI is not user-friendly and feels dated compared to other tools like Prisma Cloud."

"Their support could be improved."

"The cloud licensing unit system is unclear, especially since "units" aren't well-defined."

"An area for improvement would be to focus on risks related to AI, such as large language models and potential data leakage."

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"More integrations with other platforms would be beneficial."

"The solution would benefit in improvements made to the storage, cleaning up information from the disk, and reading logs."

"The solution's stability could be improved."

"The only problem is that they are too complicated for what we are trying to accomplish."

"The initial setup was quite complex."

"It would be very nice to have a GUI that can be used by any administrator, and not just people who have experience with Docker."

"On the MacBook, it was a little difficult, probably because of the version that my company is using."

"Docker's technical support is a struggling area."

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"We are encountering issues with the new permissions required for AWS integration with Prisma."

"They are missing some compatibility details in their documentation."

"The access controls for our bank roles were not granular enough. We needed specific people to do particular actions, and we often had to give some people way too much access for them to be able to do what they needed in Prisma. They couldn't do their jobs if they didn't have that level of access, so other people had to do that part for them. It would help to have more granular role-based access controls."

"We would like it to have more features from the risk and compliance perspectives."

"Prisma Cloud's enterprise reporting needs significant improvement."

"I don't have any specific notes for improvement; however, if they could continue to focus more on giving users the ability to create custom policies and configurations, that would be ideal."

"The area for improvement is less about the product and more about the upsell. If we've already agreed that we'd like your product x, y, or z, don't try to add fries to my burger. I don't need it."

"The security automation capabilities are average."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It isn't cheap, but it's reasonable. It helps us to manage things with very few resources."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers good pricing that is affordable and competitive with the market. Our partnership also provides us with additional benefits."

"Although Qualys TotalCloud is relatively expensive due to its unique automation features, its cost-effectiveness is rated an eight out of ten, with ten being the most costly."

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive."

"As a middle management member, I do not have direct pricing knowledge, but based on the knowledge from our meetings, its pricing is competitive."

"TotalCloud's price is about right where I would expect it to be."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers cost-effective licensing flexibility."

"Its price seems higher compared to other tools, but it is worth it. If they could adjust the pricing and make it comparable with other tools, that would be great."

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"Docker is a free solution."

"The solution is open-source and free to try."

"Its licensing is on a yearly basis."

"It is more costly than other products, but it is worth every penny."

"We use the free version of this solution."

"This solution is free."

"I rate the product price an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one means low price and ten means high price."

"The product is not expensive."

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"One thing we're very pleased about is how the licensing model for Prisma is based on work resources. You buy a certain amount of work resources and then, as they enable new capabilities within Prisma, it just takes those work resource units and applies them to new features. This enables us to test and use the new features without having to go back and ask for and procure a whole new product, which could require going through weeks, and maybe months, of a procurement process."

"The purchasing process was easy and quick. It is a very economical solution."

"Prisma Cloud is a high-end enterprise solution, making it quite expensive."

"Its price is reasonable as compared to other products. The main challenge is explaining the licensing model to customers. It isn't a problem related to Palo Alto. Commonly, people don't understand cloud licensing or security licensing. When they have fixed virtual machines, they know what they are going to be charged, but when it comes to cloud automation, it is hard for them to get clarity in case of high workloads or when they have enabled auto-scaling, etc. It would be helpful if Palo Alto can educate people on their licensing programs."

"Prisma Cloud's licensing system functions as expected with a solid licensing infrastructure."

"In general, Prisma Cloud is much cheaper than cloud-native services."

"You can expect a premium price because it is a premium quality product by a leading supplier."

"The pricing and the licensing are both very fair... The biggest advice I would give in terms of costs would be to try to understand what the growth is going to look like. That's really been our biggest struggle, that we don't have an idea of what our future growth is going to be on the platform. We go from X number of licenses to Y number of licenses without a plan on how we're going to get from A to B, and a lot of that comes as a bit of a surprise. It can make budgeting a real challenge for it."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

18%

Outsourcing Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Construction Company

25%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

13%

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Large Enterprise

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Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	39

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Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	17

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Small Business	38
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	58

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Qualys TotalCloud?

We purchased Qualys TotalCloud for GCP and Azure as well. It is comparatively better than others regarding pricing. T...

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What needs improvement with Qualys TotalCloud?

I am unsure about how Qualys TotalCloud can be improved. I do not have anything else to add about the needed improvem...

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What is your primary use case for Qualys TotalCloud?

My main use case for Qualys TotalCloud is telemetry, although I am unsure about the specifics. A quick specific examp...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Mirantis Container Cloud?

Regarding the cost, Mirantis Container Cloud is cheaper than other solutions like Red Hat. The license costs around 1...

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What needs improvement with Mirantis Container Cloud?

Mirantis Container Cloud should have AI integration tools, which are not available right now. These tools should assi...

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What is your primary use case for Mirantis Container Cloud?

We are using Mirantis Container Cloud ( /products/mirantis-container-cloud-reviews ) for production builds. It is int...

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What is your primary use case for Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks?

Prisma Cloud helps support DevSecOps methodologies, making those responsibilities easier to manage.

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Also Known As

Qualys TotalCloud with FlexScan

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Prisma Public Cloud, RedLock Cloud 360, RedLock, Twistlock, Aporeto

Overview

Qualys TotalCloud enhances security posture across cloud environments with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and risk visualization, ensuring efficient threat assessment and automated remediation for improved cyber risk reduction.

Qualys TotalCloud offers a robust suite of security tools essential for organizations managing multi-cloud infrastructures. By integrating cloud accounts and automating workflows, it supports AWS, Azure, and GCP, offering comprehensive vulnerability management and zero-day detection. The platform's user-friendly design, combined with its extensive risk management and unified threat assessment capabilities, enables organizations to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities effectively. TruRisk Insights provides clear insights on cyber risks, while the automation options streamline patch management and scanning processes. API integration across IaaS and SaaS environments further enhances resource allocation efficiency and saves time, addressing misconfigurations across cloud environments.

What are the most important features of Qualys TotalCloud?

Accurate Vulnerability Reports: Delivers precise and actionable insights for risk mitigation.
Zero-Day Detection: Identifies and addresses zero-day vulnerabilities proactively.
Unified Threat Assessment: Offers comprehensive evaluation of threats across the environment.
Extensive Risk Management: Manages risks effectively with advanced insights and prioritization.
Continuous Monitoring: Provides non-stop surveillance for vulnerabilities and threats.
Cloud-Native Automation: Streamlines processes and reduces manual efforts using automation.
FlexScan for Internet-Facing VMs: Scans external VMs efficiently to detect vulnerabilities.
Dashboard Risk Visualization: Clear visualization helps prioritize vulnerabilities.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Improved Security Posture: Enhances threat detection and response across clouds.
Time Savings: Automation reduces time spent on manual vulnerability management.
Resource Efficiency: Better allocation of resources through streamlined workflows.
Enhanced Risk Prioritization: Focus on critical vulnerabilities for effective mitigation.
Integrated Cloud Accounts: Facilitates seamless cloud management and security.

Qualys TotalCloud is deployed in sectors needing rigorous vulnerability management, such as finance and healthcare. Companies utilize it to secure multi-cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and GCP, focus on compliance, and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines to detect and remedy threats pre-deployment.

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Mirantis Container Cloud provides rapid deployment and scalability with easy-to-use systems. It is designed for efficient cloud management through automation and robust Kubernetes integration, aiding various industries in effective container management.

Mirantis Container Cloud delivers a comprehensive platform for managing application architectures, electronic commerce, and cybersecurity with seamless multi-cluster management. It integrates real-time vulnerability scanning and centralized microservices configuration. Significantly enhancing cloud performance, it simplifies workflows for businesses by ensuring straightforward billing and identity provider integration. While known for ease of use across multi-cloud environments, it continues to evolve in GUI enhancements and better legacy system integration. Improved documentation and AI integration tools further expand its capabilities.

What are Mirantis Container Cloud's key features?

Rapid Deployment: Quick and efficient setup.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies cloud management.
Scalability: Supports growing business needs seamlessly.
Multi-Cluster Management: Enhances operational efficiency.
Automation: Streamlines application workflows.

What benefits and ROI should users expect?

Improved Efficiency: Reduces operational complexities.
Enhanced Security: Protects sensitive data effectively.
Cost Management: Provides a clear and straightforward billing system.
Expanded Multi-Cloud Support: Increases flexibility and agility.

Mirantis Container Cloud is instrumental in various industries like e-commerce and cybersecurity by enabling containerization for streamlined operations. It supports hybrid cloud setups and facilitates AI-driven solutions, offering a reliable framework for managing deployment environments and production builds.

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Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks provides essential cloud security posture management with advanced automation and threat detection for enhanced infrastructure control.

Prisma Cloud by Palo Alto Networks offers robust multi-cloud capabilities, allowing users to manage security across AWS, Azure, and GCP. It integrates security controls into CI/CD pipelines for improved threat detection. With real-time alerting and runtime protection, it assists in maintaining strong security postures and operational efficiency. While its Cloud Workload Protection Platform secures workloads, improvements are needed in integration with third-party apps, role-based access, and API security. Enhancements in automation, reporting, and false positive management are also sought after.

What are the key features of Prisma Cloud?

Cloud Security Posture Management: Identifies misconfigurations and ensures compliance across cloud environments.
Multi-Cloud Capabilities: Provides comprehensive security across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
Runtime Protection: Enhances threat detection by integrating security controls within CI/CD pipelines.
Real-Time Alerting: Delivers instant notifications for proactive security management.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Integration: Supports security in code development stages.

What benefits should users seek in reviews?

Enhanced Visibility and Control: Offers comprehensive infrastructure insights.
Operational Efficiency: Improves cloud governance through streamlined management.
Threat Detection and Compliance: Integrates robust security measures for continuous compliance.
Automation Features: Reduces manual tasks through advanced automation capabilities.

In industries like finance and healthcare, Prisma Cloud is frequently implemented to meet strict regulatory standards, providing the necessary infrastructure protection and compliance. Organizations often utilize its vulnerability monitoring across diverse cloud environments to maintain security integrity while addressing specific sector regulations.

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Sample Customers

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illumina, Groupon, PayPal, ebay, ING, New Relic

Amgen, Genpact, Western Asset, Zipongo, Proofpoint, NerdWallet, Axfood, 21st Century Fox, Veeva Systems, Reinsurance Group of America

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