ProcessUnity vs Qualys VMDR comparison

ProcessUnity and Qualys are both solutions in the Vulnerability Management category. ProcessUnity is ranked #101, while Qualys is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.5. ProcessUnity holds a 0.4% mindshare in VM, compared to Qualys’s 3.8% mindshare. Additionally, 94% of Qualys users are willing to recommend the solution.

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Mindshare comparison

As of August 2026, in the Vulnerability Management category, the mindshare of Qualys TotalCloud is 1.2%, up from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ProcessUnity is 0.4%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Qualys VMDR is 3.8%, down from 7.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Vulnerability Management Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Qualys VMDR	3.8%
Qualys TotalCloud	1.2%
ProcessUnity	0.4%
Other	94.6%

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Featured Reviews

Robert Orłowski

IT Security Expert at Alior Bank S.A.

Unified risk scoring has improved our cloud visibility and simplifies remediation priorities

Qualys TotalCloud provides unified vulnerability and threat assessment across both IAS and SaaS. This solution provides a single prioritized view of risk, which helps reduce the work I would have to do. We are no longer based on CVSS; we are based on Qualys risk scoring, which is based on CVSS plus internal findings made by Qualys, and then assigns its own score. The TruRisk insight feature has found a small number of assets with high vulnerability scores, though I am cautious since some information is classified. Qualys TotalCloud has positively impacted our bank's performance, and we have definitely seen benefits after implementing this solution.

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reviewer1007568

Solutions Architect and TL Presales Consultant at a tech services company with 201-500 employees

Scales well and technical support is good, but it is expensive

The majority of our customers nowadays are looking forward to having cloud-based control models. However, some of our clients have to keep their data in their own data center in order to satisfy compliance. In summary, compared to the other products that are available in India, technical support and scalability are good. Overall, it is a very good product. That said, there are other tools that meet the feature requirements and are more cost-effective. I would rate this solution a six out of ten.

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Vaibhav Ghule

Soc Lead & Edr Administration at Persistent Systems

Continuous risk-based monitoring has strengthened incident response and vulnerability prioritization

I haven't explored Qualys VMDR's vulnerability lifecycle automation yet. One of my analysts mentioned that queries lack grouping operators in Qualys VMDR. From my experience, I would appreciate improvements in the query options in Qualys VMDR, specifically in the query-building process where I would need more features and operators. Additionally, we have been facing issues with Qualys on the cloud level. We cannot download the configuration profile from the cloud agent, and it is showing a pending action for download. During 2025, we noticed outages of Qualys a couple of times. I want to mention that there is an issue with receiving timely RCA deliveries. While this is not necessarily about the tool, it relates to support. The support has not been very responsive, and we are receiving RCAs a little delayed whenever we raise support cases or communicate with the TAMs. Additionally, the UI has a slight latency, which I and my team have experienced. They have also reported this latency issue when navigating through different pages.

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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

"Vulnerability and threat detection and assessment of the criticality of the vulnerabilities exposed are most valuable."

"Qualys TotalCloud fulfills all these needs."

"The most valuable feature is extensibility."

"One of the most valuable features of Qualys TotalCloud is FlexScan, which is specifically for internet-facing VMs. We found this feature to be very useful. It was a key differentiator for us."

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

"The best feature would be the ability to create policies. It is easy to control and update policies as required."

"It is a cloud-native app that integrates with both IaaS and SaaS. It seamlessly integrates with other platforms."

"I would definitely recommend Qualys TotalCloud to other users."

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"The interface is simple to use."

"In summary, compared to the other products that are available in India, technical support and scalability are good."

"The product's patch management is excellent for keeping our critical servers and third-party applications updated efficiently."

"The customer service level is very high."

"The advantage with Qualys is that you get a lot of features because it has been a market leader for quite a long time."

"Almost all of the features are great."

"Performs automated, regular scans in the network."

"I find Qualys VM very robust, and it's very useful for vulnerability management and patch management. The value that it brings to my environment is economies of scale. There is no limitation on adding any endpoints. You go by the rule, and it's added once another endpoint is added to our environment. It's automatically installed, and it's less work from our end. It frees up my license automatically if I don't need an endpoint or if my machine is decommissioned. I like the dashboard displays because I don't see any duplication. The most important part is vulnerability management and prioritization. Unlike Symantec, it shows the kind of vulnerability I would want to patch first. It provides a holistic view of the kind of vulnerabilities and the ones I should remediate first. I don't have to do a scan; it just brings up those critical kinds of vulnerabilities like zero-day vulnerabilities and tells me to prioritize them. You have to prioritize these vulnerabilities first and go on with the rest. The dashboard shows me the ones that have been fixed, so I don't have to complete an aging report. The user experience and the graphical interface are good. As it's user-friendly and understandable on an executive level, it brings real value. We also use this solution because it's robust and flexibile."

"The prioritization mechanism is the most valuable aspect of the solution."

"Overall, the solution is highly rated because of its simplicity and efficiency."

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Cons

"We would like to see Windows-based sensors available in Qualys, as this would make the platform more versatile and support a broader range of environments."

"In TotalCloud, I would suggest improvements in policy checks to cater to various inventory types like VPCs, subnets, S3 buckets, or IAMs. There is a lack of data segregation according to criticality or inventory."

"The patching process with Qualys Patch Management, which is part of TotalCloud, does not cover installing certain prerequisites on the servers or workstations. This shortcoming means we must rely on SCCM when any service stack updates or additional prerequisites are needed."

"I sometimes have difficulty detecting or uninstalling certain versions of applications, which I have to do manually."

"There is room for improvement in the support."

"Although TotalCloud is a helpful tool, some of its advanced features are still under development."

"To be honest, I would move out from this tool because it does not give a full view of vulnerability."

"Regarding technical support from Qualys, they respond, but the response time can be too long. Sometimes we need to wait weeks for solutions to simple questions."

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"Compared to similar products by other vendors, this is an expensive one."

"There are not many partners for this product in India, which makes the OEM very difficult to reach."

"I do not like that all of the data is stored on the cloud."

"The reporting section needs improvement as running reports can take several hours."

"When tested on Zero day, there were errors."

"There seems to be a lack of easy onboarding into Qualys."

"Some of the older features could be polished instead of focusing on releasing new features."

"Improve the user interface."

"The reporting and the GUI need improvements. Tenable dominated in these two areas: reporting and graphical user interface."

"The solution is a bit expensive if you do not have access to discounts."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

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

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive."

"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."

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

"Qualys TotalCloud offers competitive pricing given its comprehensive suite of features, including integration, assessment, remediation, and detection capabilities, all within a single platform."

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

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"Compared to similar products by other vendors, this is an expensive one."

"Qualys Virtual Scanner Appliance isn't expensive right now. But the price for their product bundles could be better."

"The solution is expensive."

"The pricing is very competitive."

"Usually every implementation is different and the quote is in function of number of assets."

"An annual license for a single scanner costs around $3,000."

"In Nigerian Naira, we spend about roughly four to five million to use this solution and this is expensive compared to solutions like Nessus."

"Qualys VM is reasonably priced."

"They have recently changed the pricing model, which is now better than it was before."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Financial Services Firm

17%

Manufacturing Company

Healthcare Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

15%

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

Computer Software Company

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	30

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	20
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	70

Questions from the Community

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

The price is very expensive, actually.

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Also Known As

Qualys TotalCloud with FlexScan

CyberGRX

Qualys VM, QualysGuard VM, Qualys Asset Inventory, Qualys Container Security

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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ProcessUnity is a leading provider of cloud-based risk and compliance management solutions. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to help organizations automate, measure, and manage their risk and compliance programs effectively. ProcessUnity's platform is highly customizable, making it suitable for various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing.

ProcessUnity's risk management solutions are built to handle a wide range of risk scenarios, from third-party risk management to policy and procedure management. The platform enables businesses to centralize their risk data, streamline their processes, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. With robust reporting and analytics features, users can gain deep insights into their risk posture and make informed decisions. The platform's user-friendly interface and flexible configuration options make it accessible for both small and large organizations.

What are the critical features of ProcessUnity?

Third-Party Risk Management: Manages and monitors risks associated with third-party vendors and partners.
Policy and Procedure Management: Helps create, manage, and distribute corporate policies and procedures.
Risk and Control Assessments: Conducts thorough assessments of various risks and controls within the organization.
Incident Management: Tracks and manages incidents to ensure timely resolution and mitigation.
Reporting and Analytics: Provides detailed reports and analytics to support risk-informed decision-making.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to industry-specific regulations and standards.

What benefits or ROI items should users look for in reviews when evaluating ProcessUnity?

Improved Efficiency: Automation of risk and compliance processes leads to significant time savings.
Enhanced Visibility: Centralized data and comprehensive reporting provide better visibility into risk and compliance status.
Reduced Risk: Effective management of third-party risks and internal controls minimizes overall risk exposure.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, reducing the risk of penalties.
Cost Savings: Streamlined processes and risk mitigation can result in lower operational costs.

ProcessUnity's solutions are implemented across various industries to address specific risk management needs. In financial services, it is used to manage regulatory compliance and vendor risks. Healthcare organizations leverage it to ensure patient data privacy and regulatory adherence. Manufacturing companies use it to monitor supply chain risks and compliance with safety standards.

Pricing and licensing for ProcessUnity are typically based on the number of users and the specific modules required. Customer support is offered through various channels, including phone, email, and an online help center, ensuring users have access to assistance when needed.

ProcessUnity offers a robust and flexible risk and compliance management platform that helps organizations efficiently manage their risk exposure and regulatory requirements.

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Qualys VMDR is a comprehensive cybersecurity tool offering vulnerability management, patch management, and continuous monitoring with real-time asset discovery. It delivers scalable, cloud-based solutions that enhance security operations without additional infrastructure.

Qualys VMDR provides a robust platform for enterprise security, integrating vulnerability management, compliance, and asset inventory for full visibility across cloud and on-premises environments. It features a comprehensive dashboard with threat intelligence-driven prioritization and remediation capabilities. Users benefit from accurate assessments via agent-based scanning and appreciate the intuitive, customizable scanning and reporting interface. However, there's room for improvement in false positive reduction, UI simplification, and integration capabilities, along with enhancements in asset management for large-scale deployments and the vulnerability database. Enhancing technical support speed, patch management, compliance standards, and inter-module navigation would further enrich user experience.

What are the key features of Qualys VMDR?

Vulnerability Management: Identifies and manages security vulnerabilities across environments.
Patch Management: Ensures systems are updated with the latest patches.
Continuous Monitoring: Offers real-time insights into security posture.
Asset Discovery: Provides up-to-date asset inventory and visibility.
Threat Intelligence: Enhances prioritization and remediation processes.
Customizable Dashboard: Facilitates easier scanning and reporting through an intuitive interface.

What benefits can users expect when evaluating Qualys VMDR?

Scalability: Cloud-based deployment offers easy, cost-effective expansion.
Accurate Assessment: Agent-based scanning keeps security data current.
Enhanced Security Operations: Comprehensive features streamline vulnerability management.
Advanced Reporting: Facilitates detailed insights for better security decision-making.

Qualys VMDR is widely used in industries needing stringent security and compliance measures, offering comprehensive vulnerability and compliance management. It is deployed to secure web applications, servers, and crucial assets, supporting a wide range of sectors by ensuring policy adherence and vulnerability tracking through its powerful cloud platform.

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ICON, Abercrombie & Fitch, Live Nation, VyStar Credit Union, FHLBank Topeka

Agrokor Group, American Specialty Health, American State Bank, Arval, Life:), Axway, Bank of the West, Blueport Commerce, BSkyB, Brinks, CaixaBank, Cartagena, Catholic Health System, CEC Bank, Cegedim, CIGNA, Clickability, Colby-Sawyer College, Commercial Bank of Dubai, University of Utah, eBay Inc., ING Singapore, National Theatre, OTP Bank, Sodexo, WebEx

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