Parasoft SOAtest vs Rapid7 AppSpider comparison

Parasoft and Rapid7 are both solutions in the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) category. Parasoft is ranked #27 with an average rating of 8.5, while Rapid7 is ranked #29 with an average rating of 8.0. Parasoft holds a 0.5% mindshare in SAST, compared to Rapid7’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 92% of Parasoft users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Rapid7 users who would recommend it.

Parasoft SOAtest

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100% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Oct 8, 2024

Parasoft SOAtest and Rapid7 AppSpider compete in software testing and security analysis. Parasoft SOAtest holds the upper hand in testing capabilities, whereas Rapid7 AppSpider stands out in security features.

Features: Parasoft SOAtest offers comprehensive testing across multiple environments, detailed test case management, and robust test automation. Rapid7 AppSpider provides powerful vulnerability scanning, seamless integration with security tools, and thorough application security testing.

Room for Improvement: Parasoft SOAtest could enhance integration with third-party tools, streamline its testing process, and increase flexibility. Rapid7 AppSpider users wish for more frequent updates, enhanced reporting functionality, and optimized user experience.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Parasoft SOAtest is praised for straightforward deployment and responsive support. Rapid7 AppSpider is easy to deploy, with efficient customer service. Both have competitive deployment and support, with Parasoft noted for initial deployment simplicity.

Pricing and ROI: Parasoft SOAtest users cite upfront costs as a concern but recognize a strong ROI from its testing capabilities. Rapid7 AppSpider is viewed as offering good value, particularly for its security features, being a worthwhile investment for those prioritizing security.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Parasoft SOAtest

Ranking in Static Application Security Testing (SAST)

27th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Functional Testing Tools (19th), API Testing Tools (11th), Test Automation Tools (19th)

Rapid7 AppSpider

Ranking in Static Application Security Testing (SAST)

29th

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Static Application Security Testing (SAST) category, the mindshare of Parasoft SOAtest is 0.5%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Rapid7 AppSpider is 0.5%, down from 0.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Static Application Security Testing (SAST)

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Ajit Kumar Rout

Sr Quality Assurance Engineer at Wabtec Industrial

Good API testing and RIT feature; clarity could be improved

In general, this is a hassle free, user friendly tool and it doesn't require much knowledge if you're using the manual testing. Automated testing is also good but requires some knowledge in that field. It has some great features. It's a good tool compared to some of the other paid tools; input and output can be stored before extension and there is also a verification assessment that can be implemented by using some different methodologies inside the tool. If the licensing cost is suitable then I recommend this solution. If you have automation people with in-depth knowledge in coding that will be helpful. I rate this solution a seven out of 10.

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Andrei Bigdan

Executive Manager at B2B-Solutions LLC

Useful vulnerability reporting data, flexible, and simple implementation

I have had some stability problems but it could be the Microsoft Windows operating system. I found that closing other applications helps with stability. It is helpful to have as much memory as possible, such as eight gigabytes. The more pages being processed the more resources you need. I rate the stability of Rapid7 AppSpider a nine out of ten.

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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

"If you want something that’s not provided out of the box, then you can write it yourself and integrate it with SOAtest."

"They have a feature where they can record traffic and create tests on the report traffic."

"Every imaginable source in the entire world of information technology can be accessed and used."

"The testing time is shortened because we generate test data automatically with SOAtest."

"One of the most valuable features I found in Parasoft SOAtest is its ability to extend the product."

"We do a lot of web services testing and REST services testing. That is the focus of this product."

"Good write and read files which save execution inputs and outputs and can be stored locally."

"Parasoft SOAtest has improved the quality of our automated web services, which can be easily implemented through service chaining and service virtualization."

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"AppSpider's most valuable feature is reporting - everything is stored in the local database so it can be sent to other machines."

"I would say that it is stable, as I am not aware of any major issues."

"The entire solution is interactive and has a point-and-click user experience, which makes it easy to find items or drill down on information. You don't need specialized skills to use the product."

"The most valuable feature is the reporting, which is compliant with international standards."

"What I like most about AppSpider is that it's easy to use and its automated scan gives me all the details I need to know when it comes to vulnerabilities and their solutions."

"The setup is usually straightforward."

"The solution is highly stable, rated at ten out of ten."

"It scans all the components developed within a web application."

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Cons

"Compatibility with HTTP 1.1 and TLS 1.2 needs to be improved."

"One area that could use improvement is the cryptography capabilities in Parasoft SOAtest. It did not support enough of the protocols or cryptography formats we needed, which led us to create our own solutions."

"Tuning the tool takes time because it gives quite a long list of warnings."

"From an automation point of view, it should have better clarity and be more user friendly."

"The performance could be a bit better."

"Enabling/disabling an optional element of an XML request is only possible if a data source (e.g., Excel sheet) is connected to the test. Otherwise, the option is not available at all in the drop-down menu."

"The product is very slow to start up, and that is a bit of a problem, actually."

"Reports could be customized and more descriptive according to the user's or company's requirements."

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"AppSpider has some problems with the RAM needed while scanning."

"The dashboard and interface are crucial and they need some improvement."

"It needs better integration with mobile applications."

"The performance of the solution could improve. When I compare the speed it is slower than others on the market. There are some tricks we use to help speed up the solution."

"The product needs to be able to scale for large companies, like ours. We have millions of IP addresses that need to be scanned, and the scalability is not great."

"This price of this solution is a little bit expensive."

"The solution is too slow. It could take a full day to scan. Competitors are much faster."

"The enterprise interface is too simple. It should be more customizable."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We are completed satisfied with Parasoft SOAtest. The ROI is more than 95%."

"The cost of Parasoft seems to have gotten higher with a projection that wasn't really stipulated for our company. They've done a tremendous job at negotiating those deals."

"The license price is a little expensive, but it provides a better outcome in terms of the end-to-end automation process."

"From what I understand, Parasoft SOAtest isn't the cheapest option. But it has a lot to offer."

"I think it would be a great step to decrease the price of the licenses."

"They do have a confusing licensing structure."

"The price is around $5,000 USD."

"It is an expensive product, so think carefully about whether it fits your purposes and is the right tool for you."

"It is expensive if you want to buy the Enterprise version that is able to scan multiple applications at once."

"The licensing cost depends on the number of users."

"The price of Rapid7 AppSpider cost 9,000 annually but there is limited usage. Large companies are able to negotiate a better price or a better deal for the usage with the vendor."

"AppSpider is closed-source software and you need to acquire a license in order to use it."

"The price is pretty fair."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

24%

Manufacturing Company

16%

Computer Software Company

11%

University

Financial Services Firm

18%

Computer Software Company

13%

Healthcare Company

Manufacturing Company

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By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Parasoft SOAtest?

Since the solution has both command line and automation options, it generates good reports.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Parasoft SOAtest?

Parasoft SOAtest is expensive, but it was acquired because the company was dissatisfied with Quick Test Pro. The new management does not want subscription tools around, aiming for scripted tests us...

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What needs improvement with Parasoft SOAtest?

One area that could use improvement is the cryptography capabilities in Parasoft SOAtest. It did not support enough of the protocols or cryptography formats we needed, which led us to create our ow...

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What do you like most about Rapid7 AppSpider?

The most valuable feature of Rapid7 AppSpider is the vulnerability reporting data. Additionally, the data is reported in a convenient way rather than seeing them as a PDF. We are able to generate a...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Rapid7 AppSpider?

The price is not high, but for Japanese customers, localization may incur additional costs.

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What needs improvement with Rapid7 AppSpider?

For Japanese customers, localization is needed. The product should offer a GUI in Japanese and provide Japanese reports for end-users.

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Also Known As

SOAtest

AppSpider

Overview

Parasoft SOAtest delivers fully integrated API and web service testing capabilities that automate end-to-end functional API testing. Streamline automated testing with advanced codeless test creation for applications with multiple interfaces (REST & SOAP APIs, microservices, databases, and more).

SOAtest reduces the risk of security breaches and performance outages by transforming functional testing artifacts into security and load equivalents. Such reuse, along with continuous monitoring of APIs for change, allows faster and more efficient testing.

Parasoft

SPAs, APIs, mobile—the evolution of application technology is measured in months, not years. Is your web application security testing tool designed to keep up? AppSpider lets you collect all the information needed to test all the apps so that you aren’t left with gaping application risks.

Our dynamic application security testing (DAST) solution crawls to the deepest, darkest corners of even the most modern and complex apps to effectively test for risk and get you the insight you need to remediate faster. With AppSpider on your side (or, rather, all of your sides), you’ll be able to scan all the apps today and always be ready for whatever comes next.

Rapid7

Sample Customers

Charter Communications, Sabre, Caesars Entertainment, Charles Schwab, ING, Intel, Northbridge Financial, Capital Services, WoodmenLife

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