Rapid7 InsightIDR vs SmartEvent Event Management comparison

Rapid7 InsightIDR vs. SmartEvent Event Management

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Categories and Ranking

Rapid7 InsightIDR

Ranking in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

21st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (10th), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) (34th), Threat Deception Platforms (8th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (20th)

SmartEvent Event Management

Ranking in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

58th

Average Rating

5.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2026, in the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) category, the mindshare of Rapid7 InsightIDR is 2.1%, down from 2.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SmartEvent Event Management is 0.3%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Rapid7 InsightIDR	2.1%
SmartEvent Event Management	0.3%
Other	97.6%

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

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SohailHyder

Head Of Cyber Security at Super Secure

Has supported compliance needs for mid-sized organizations but lacks customization and advanced integration

If we pitch Rapid7 InsightIDR against solutions such as SIEMs from Splunk or LogRhythm, it is not as customizable as a SIEM solution is. This is where it can improve if we keep in front the feature sets of a complete SIEM solution. Most common in the market is QRadar, but it is depleting now. It has been taken over by some other products such as Splunk and LogRhythm. If we compare these things with Rapid7 InsightIDR, then there are definitely some gaps that need to be filled. Data retention is also one concern because Rapid7 InsightIDR is cloud-based and operates on a subscription model. Whatever data you want to retain, it has to be paid for separately or it has a cost. Other solutions that are on-premises can have their own infrastructure or they provide some data retention for a month or in some capacity-wise, they provide that solution to them which makes them more attractive.

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Adhi Wahyu

Network Engineer at RSUP Dr. Sardjito

Transparent and offers real-time analysis but needs more documentation

The solution provides us with transparency to give us information about what happens in the network. With this information, the administrator can see a lot of things. They can see hacking attempts from the internet that target our servers, and, with that information, they can check the security settings in the server to see if it is strong enough or not, and make sure the servers is safe. They also can see attacks directed to the endpoint. We know which endpoint got infected so we can take action to clean it. The software also has good reporting capabilities. We can create custom reports according to our needs.

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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

"Previously, when something happened, such as when a hacker was attacking one of our customers, we were always behind, or we did not know that we were hacked until the ransomware started, but with the Rapid7 solution, at every step, we could online see what a person was doing, and we could prevent ransomware."

"The UI is very good."

"The alerting to drive investigations and remediation has been its most valuable feature."

"Very intuitive and easy to set up."

"Great coverage of all systems within our network from endpoint to firewall."

"I've used other products such as QRadar and other SIEM solutions and I find this solution is much more simplified and user-friendly."

"Another very important part of insightIDR is the ability to collect data from endpoint devices via agent software. With a large remote workforce, this allows visibility into the endpoints that are connected to the internet, but not to the corporate network."

"The biggest reason why we chose Rapid7 was to gain value in a really quick time. Its deployment doesn't take months. It just takes a few days."

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"The capability of real-time analysis of security events is useful."

"SmartEvent Event Management is a solid platform overall, and I would definitely recommend it."

Cons

"I would like the ability to adjust the threshold of certain existing alerts. Currently the only option is to change the notifications or create my own alert."

"There is a future in AI with Rapid7, however, it is not fully operated. There are certain limitations with Rapid7 that I am working on."

"Inability to get access to compliance reports within the solution."

"The dashboard is an area that could be simplified."

"Cloud risk assessment is one area where I think they need a lot of improvement."

"I would like to see more development in InsightIDR towards building their SIEM solution and converting it to XDR."

"One thing that springs to mind is easier API integration with ITSMs. We are evaluating a new ITSM and I would like to have InsightIDR create a ticket when an attack is identified, and the ticket would be closed in InsightIDR when the ITSM resolution is completed. This would take out the "single point of failure" we currently have, if the email recipient is somehow absent, in recording the risk appetite for the incident and the actions taken to mitigate or not."

"The integration capabilities of the solution have certain shortcomings where improvements are required."

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"They should provide easy to access guides or manuals, maybe videos, about how to manage or use the software effectively and efficiently, to maximize its features."

"The only downside I've encountered with SmartEvent Event Management is occasional lag during video calls, especially with a lot of participants."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Rapid7 InsightIDR's pricing is reasonable but we have challenges with the Minimum Order Quantity. It is not reasonable for customers who have less than one hundred devices. If they can reduce Minimum Order Quantity, it is good. You have to pay around 5000-6000 dollars per year for the product. The pricing includes maintenance and support costs."

"It is on a yearly basis. For our own company, for about 250 users, it was 16,000 euros a year."

"Accurately predict your licensing counts as this is a subscription based product."

"The solution has a mid-range price point in the market"

"Licensing is by endpoint and amount of retention time (at least ours is). Default retention was one year, but we are able to push the retention further if needed. There's also a provide-your-own-S3 option for longer retention if you don't want to pay for the additional retention years in your Rapid7 agreement."

"Rapid7 InsightIDR is priced very well and is cost-effective."

"The pricing is good, and it is not very expensive."

"Rapid7 InsightIDR charges us based on the endpoints we connect to."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

10%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Government

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Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	20
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	6

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Questions from the Community

What SOC product do you recommend?

For tools I’d recommend: -SIEM- LogRhythm -SOAR- Palo Alto XSOAR Doing commercial w/o both (or at least an XDR) is asking to miss details that are critical, and ending up a statistic. Also, rememb...

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

The product pricing is very cheap.

What needs improvement with Rapid7 InsightIDR?

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SmartEvent Event Management?

The product has annual licensing; make sure you really use it well to help you secure the network so you don't waste the license cost.

What needs improvement with SmartEvent Event Management?

The only downside I've encountered with SmartEvent Event Management ( /categories/event-monitoring ) is occasional lag during video calls, especially with a lot of participants. Although it is not ...

What is your primary use case for SmartEvent Event Management?

Our primary use case involves utilizing SmartEvent Event Management ( /products/smartevent-event-management-reviews ) for video conferencing, file sharing, and integration with other productivity t...

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Also Known As

InsightIDR

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Overview

Parsing hundreds of trivial alerts. Managing a mountain of data. Manually forwarding info from your endpoints. Forget that. InsightIDR instantly arms you with the insight you need to make better decisions across the incident detection and response lifecycle, faster.

Rapid7

SmartEvent Event Management offers advanced tools for monitoring, analyzing, and managing security events, providing real-time threat detection and simplified incident response.

This platform enhances control over security operations through its robust reporting and analytics capabilities. SmartEvent Event Management centralizes event correlation and monitoring, leading to higher efficiency in security tasks. It helps users stay compliant with regulations and supports real-time threat investigation. With intuitive event scheduling, the software elevates event planning and execution through seamless integration and customization options.

What are the key features of SmartEvent Event Management?

Real-time threat detection: Identify and respond to security threats as they occur
Compliance management: Ensure adherence to necessary regulations
Centralized monitoring: Maintain complete oversight of security events
Event scheduling: Plan and organize events efficiently
Customizable reporting: Tailor reports to meet specific needs
Integration capabilities: Seamlessly connect with other platforms
Performance tracking: Monitor the effectiveness of security measures

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Enhanced visibility: Improved control over security operations
Increased efficiency: Streamlined security tasks through automation
Reliable performance: Consistent and dependable operation
Better communication: Effective coordination within teams

In specific industries, SmartEvent Event Management can be implemented to streamline security operations, ensuring real-time threat detection and compliance with industry regulations. Its customization options and integration capabilities make it adaptable for various sectors, enhancing event planning and execution in finance, healthcare, and more.

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Sample Customers

Liberty Wines, Pioneer Telephone, Visier

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Rapid7 InsightIDR vs. SmartEvent Event Management