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    reviewer2775840

Manages vulnerabilities effectively over time but needs improvement in web coverage and dashboard flexibility

  • November 11, 2025
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

Rapid7 InsightVM's primary use case for us is to check the vulnerability and the exposure of our internal system.

Remediation is not done by the VM tool; we communicate internally with system owners and handle it in that manner. The system itself has not remediated the vulnerability; we more use it to identify and discover the vulnerabilities on each asset we manage.

What is most valuable?

Rapid7 InsightVM is an on-premise type product that has helped us manage potential vulnerabilities effectively.

The dashboard is excellent as it helps in visualizing our vulnerability management data. We are able to see the historical data in the dashboard, the assets, and the vulnerability in parallel. We can also see each site and manage both per-site as well as the grand information for all sites in the first dashboard.

What needs improvement?

Most of the dynamic asset tagging we use is manual, not dynamic. To manage the assets, we employed the manual approach because we have a limitation regarding the license, so we don't use the dynamic approach much.

I don't know how the configuration assessment has assisted with meeting compliance standards. The product that we use is the on-premise solution where we configure assets and dynamically scan them. However, we use the default policies more, the template, so Rapid7 InsightVM on-premise version is not that effective in the web-related systems. However, it is best on the OS to identify and discover the OS-related vulnerabilities, more of open ports and the discovery of vulnerable ports or services.

It would be better to improve Rapid7 InsightVM by including or working better to add web-related templates because it's not that effective in regard to web. I don't know if they may have a separate product regarding the web, but for the on-premise type, they are not strong in this area.

I would prefer to see web-related templates in addition to improving the dashboard-related things because the dashboard has been constant for a very long time. It would be better to see various kinds of, perhaps a flexible type of dashboard. If it's not customizable at all, I would want to see the risk and asset over time with more flexibility. The current dashboard is not flexible in this regard; I have to dig down every day, so they should work on this as well, in addition to the web.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have worked with Rapid7 InsightVM for the past three or four years.

How are customer service and support?

For the technical support by Rapid7, I would give a six out of ten because our web-related systems are very important to identify the vulnerabilities. I believe it would be better to work on the web-related issues and include those kinds of templates in their product.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

What other advice do I have?

We have utilized the predictive analytics feature.

The pricing of Rapid7 is not cheap; I would say it's medium. It's not very expensive; it's not cheap, but if they included the web and addressed the comments I made, the price would not be that expensive. For now, it is expensive.

Our overall review rating for this product is six out of ten.


    tali k.

InsightVM’s Actionable Risk Scoring and Live Dashboards Impress

  • November 06, 2025
  • Review provided by G2

What do you like best about the product?
I like InsightVM’s clear, actionable risk scoring and live dashboards that keep asset exposure prioritized and up to date.
What do you dislike about the product?
Some scans and dashboards can feel heavy at scale, and custom reporting and tagging rules sometimes require extra tuning to get right.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
InsightVM helps continuously identify and prioritize vulnerabilities across our hybrid environment, turning scan results into clear, ticketed remediation work that shortens risk exposure windows and streamlines coordination with ops.


    Anusha Sadasivani

Rapid deployment and user-friendly architecture streamline vulnerability management but customer support response needs improvement

  • May 22, 2025
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

We are still using Rapid7 InsightVM.

I personally still use Rapid7 InsightVM.

We use Rapid7 InsightVM for vulnerability scanning. It supports both agent-based and agentless scanning, which is part of our vulnerability management strategy.

What is most valuable?

The agentless scan in Rapid7 InsightVM is effective and represents the functionality I primarily work with. The risk scoring system in Rapid7 InsightVM is another valuable feature. When comparing to the main competitor QualysGuard, Rapid7 InsightVM is more preferable for me.

What needs improvement?

Customer support in Rapid7 InsightVM could be improved. The response time needs improvement.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have performed scans and explored the components of the product over the last three to four years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I would rate the stability of Rapid7 InsightVM as seven out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Rapid7 InsightVM rates approximately 8.5 for scalability. Rapid7 InsightVM is recommended for large-scale companies with more than 30,000 users.

How are customer service and support?

The response time for customer service needs improvement.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

My first tool was QualysGuard, which had more than 100,000 users. QualysGuard is more technical and problematic when implementing things, making it not as easy to use as Rapid7 InsightVM.

How was the initial setup?

Setup for Rapid7 InsightVM was simple. It was not complex because I had previous experience with Rapid7 when it was Nexpose.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I would rate the pricing for Rapid7 InsightVM as eight out of ten.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

QualysGuard is more challenging if you are not proficient in technical or environmental aspects, making deployment difficult. With Rapid7 InsightVM, the deployment process is more user-friendly.

What other advice do I have?

I would recommend Rapid7 InsightVM for large-scale companies. I can recommend it to other users. Overall, I rate Rapid7 InsightVM eight out of ten.


    FurqanLatif

Offers robust compliance features but needs improved automation in remediation

  • May 12, 2025
  • Review from a verified AWS customer

What is our primary use case?

The main use case is the vulnerability assessment of their assets. Assets include Windows or Linux platforms. This is the only use case. They want to highlight and identify vulnerabilities in their platform to remediate them. For the remediation part, they want to integrate their IT teams with the Rapid7 InsightVM platform so their IT team can get insights into the vulnerabilities, remediate them, and update over the same platform. These are the functionalities of their Rapid7 InsightVM solution.

What is most valuable?

The most valuable feature of the Rapid7 InsightVM solution is the Live Risk Score. It provides dynamic Live Risk Scoring of the assets. Vulnerabilities can be classified between most critical and less critical vulnerabilities, which are dynamically updated in their dashboard. This is the most interesting and valuable feature from my perspective.

It provides different compliance reports regarding PCI DSS, GDPR, and HIPAA. For compliance, it is a good solution for customers, and in this domain there is no improvement required for Rapid7 InsightVM.

What needs improvement?

The automation capability remediation needs improvement. The current process requires manually telling IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities, and then they update the status of these vulnerabilities in the platform. This basic feature that Rapid7 calls an automated remediation process is actually manual. We can update the status of vulnerabilities in the Rapid7 InsightVM platform and collectively see how many vulnerabilities we have identified and how many are remediated by our IT team.

More automation in the remediation feature is a basic demand from many customers. The remediation part and vulnerability identification of network devices or rigid devices are not currently supported by Rapid7 InsightVM. More integration and automation are the two areas Rapid7 needs to improve in their product.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with Rapid7 InsightVM for about one and a half years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

This is a very stable solution. I rate it around eight because I have faced only one problem in the Rapid7 InsightVM solution when configuring it for a customer due to a malfunction or bug.

Other than that, there have been no specific issues ever recorded or noticed by my team or myself. Rapid7 continuously updates it, which is why I rate it eight out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

This is a very scalable solution that I would rate eight out of ten. Scalability in the Rapid7 InsightVM solution is straightforward. We just need to deploy multiple scanning engines for scanning the assets. If we exceed assets from 5,000 to 10,000, we need to deploy more scanning engines to scan the solutions and assets. We simply need to deploy another scan engine to make it scalable.

How are customer service and support?

I cannot comment specifically regarding the support part because I have never needed Rapid7 support for the InsightVM solution as it is very stable. There were no bugs or specific problems that required raising a support ticket. Their support appears good, and some of their representatives are in direct contact with me through phone numbers. Their support seems good, but I cannot provide a specific rating.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

In the Pakistan region, there are multiple customers using Rapid7 InsightVM solution, including Rapid7 Nexpose. Nexpose and InsightVM are the same solution, with the difference being cloud versus on-premises versions. The on-premises version is called Nexpose, and the cloud version is called Rapid7 InsightVM solution. Their functionalities are almost the same. In Pakistan, I have deployed this solution in more than 15 organizations, and approximately 30 plus organizations are using this solution in total.

How was the initial setup?

Initial setup is very easy as this is a cloud solution. We just need to create the account and use it for integration with other assets. I would rate the initial setup nine out of ten.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The customers are mostly SMBs, though some enterprise organizations have also deployed the solution. This is neither a cheap nor the most expensive solution. Qualys and some other vendors are more expensive than Rapid7 InsightVM.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I have experience with the Rapid7 VMDR solution - not with other solutions. I am exploring the differences between these solutions for customer pitches.

What other advice do I have?

Currently, there is no AI embedded in the solution available on the website. According to Rapid7, they are working on the Sonar project and will soon launch this project to enhance their AI capability in the solution.

My overall rating for Rapid7 InsightVM is seven out of ten.


    SohailHyder

Enhancing cybersecurity while resolving technical challenges

  • April 09, 2025
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

We are resellers of Rapid7 InsightVM in this market. We typically recommend it to banks and manufacturing groups interested in enhancing their cybersecurity.

What is most valuable?

We started with a couple of Rapid7 products, including Rapid7 InsightVM, and it runs quite fine with our customers. Although some customers raised issues, we resolved them with our technical team. Customers are interested in this product as it helps heighten their cybersecurity posture. Aside from technical challenges, the products offer comparable packages and services to other vendors in the market, such as Tenable.

What needs improvement?

The major improvement needed is prompt support. When issues arise, the customer's satisfaction is tied to how quickly they receive a response and a resolution. There have been delays, particularly when technical issues needed escalation, and we had to coordinate with business personnel to address them. Improving this area would be beneficial for Rapid7 InsightVM.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been dealing with Rapid7 InsightVM for about three to four years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

There have been some challenges, especially with support response times, which affect stability. However, the product itself runs fine.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Integration with other tools has been fine, with no major issues reported. We did not face any specific equipment or device that could not be integrated.

How are customer service and support?

Customer service needs significant improvement. There are delays in support response times, and support is not available promptly, especially when issues are escalated to another region.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Negative

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was straightforward. We train our technical team before undertaking deployment, ensuring smoother setups.

What was our ROI?

The return on investment is something the customers evaluate themselves. Since it is a subscription-based service, they do not own hardware, and it fits within their budgetary requirements.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Pricing is reasonable and competitive compared to other solutions in the market. Customers are generally satisfied and do not ask for drastic price reductions during renewals.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

Tenable and Invicti are also doing good work here. The market is active with various players.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate Rapid7 InsightVM a six out of ten. Improvements in support responsiveness are crucial. Customers like Habib Bank faced delays, leading them to switch to other vendors. Addressing these support issues could enhance the product's effectiveness.


    Mahmoud Elhamaymy

Reliable scanning and integration strengthen security infrastructure

  • December 30, 2024
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

We are working in a region where all the regulations require security solutions to be implemented as on-premises solutions. We cannot use any cloud providers or vendors proposing services in a SaaS model. We use InsightVM as an on-premises solution for vulnerability management practices.

How has it helped my organization?

InsightVM provides a reliable and efficient solution with a very organized GUI, excellent ease of use, and reliable vulnerability scanning. The credential scan is a reliable feature, and everything about the product works well.

What is most valuable?

InsightVM has a very organized GUI with ease of use. The vulnerability scans are reliable, and the credential scan is a beneficial feature. The solution is efficient and trustworthy. It's based on the CVSS risk scoring system, which is well-recognized and effective. The integration capabilities through APIs allow easy integration with existing security infrastructure.

What needs improvement?

The product's documentation could be enhanced with clearer and more detailed instructions. Having the ability to build our own audit file, similar to a feature in Tenable, would be beneficial. This would provide a significant advantage for users.

For how long have I used the solution?

We have been using InsightVM for approximately four to five years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

InsightVM is a very stable product. We have not faced any issues with stability, and I would rate it a nine out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is very scalable. According to the environment requirements, we can scale the solution as needed.

How are customer service and support?

The customer service deserves an eight out of ten rating. The only issue is the response time, likely due to the time region differences. Sometimes support requests coincide with holidays in their support region, causing slight delays.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was very simple and straightforward.

What about the implementation team?

Our customers usually come to our company to purchase the solution, and we communicate with the vendor as one of the largest local partners. We provide the solution and professional services to customers.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I also work with Tenable. In my opinion, Tenable is preferable because it offers fast updates in terms of its vulnerability database and allows for extensive customization. The ability to customize audit files is a significant benefit.

What other advice do I have?

I rate InsightVM an overall eight out of ten. It is a reliable product, and I can recommend it to other users. The integration with existing infrastructure is achievable, and with a little talent in coding, you can achieve the integration easily.


    reviewer2026317

Seamless integration for enhanced vulnerability management while offering good reliability

  • December 17, 2024
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

I find Rapid7 InsightVM pretty useful since we are running it on every asset our company has. We are conducting authenticated scans. This is not just getting exposure from outside, but understanding vulnerabilities internally.

What is most valuable?

The connectivity provided by Rapid7 InsightVM is valuable. We have integrated our SIEM solutions and antivirus with each other through Rapid7. It allows for a lifecycle connection among different solutions. We are using it with CMDB for tagging critical devices. However, the primary purpose remains running vulnerability scans.

What needs improvement?

The platform could be more intuitive and user-friendly. I cannot comment on technical specifics as it's like a black box, but improvements in user experience would be beneficial.

For how long have I used the solution?

I joined my current company two and a half years ago, and they already had this solution.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The stability of Rapid7 InsightVM is excellent. I would rate it as a ten out of ten.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

Rapid7 InsightVM is suitable for large enterprises and scales well for companies with over 1,000 users.

How are customer service and support?

I haven't interacted with Rapid7's technical support.It is crucial for tech support to resolve issues as quickly as possible, ideally available 24/7. Even if the support is good, there's always room for improvement, so I would rate them around a five because every company can improve.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have recommended Tenable Nessus, which I used at Bitdefender and in previous roles. Tenable Nessus offered a pay-per-asset option that I found economical.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup can be simple or complex, depending on whether you're conducting authenticated or unauthenticated scans.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Rapid7 InsightVM is expensive, possibly one of the highest in pricing among similar products.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I have experience with Tenable Nessus and have recommended it for its cost-effectiveness.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I would recommend Rapid7 InsightVM to other users.


    Rajat-Srivastava

A high-performing solution that collects real-time data, is capable of more detections, and allows you to use the Scheduled Forensics feature

  • July 31, 2024
  • Review from a verified AWS customer

What is our primary use case?

We mainly use it for vulnerability management, generating monthly reports to address and resolve vulnerabilities. The main use cases involve receiving alerts based on predefined settings by Rapid7, investigating these alerts to understand their causes, and performing fine-tuning activities.

What is most valuable?

The most valuable features of Rapid7 InsightVM for me are creating dynamic asset tags, generating reports, and deploying the agent. The agent scans assets every four hours, providing real-time data on any devices. Although there weren't any significant new features compared to our previous tool, having both SIEM and vulnerability management handled by one tool made things easier. We could gather logs from different devices and cloud sources, and perform detailed investigations without switching tools.

I haven't worked with the automation capabilities of InsightVM. For remediation prioritization, we check the vulnerability, search for solutions on open platforms, and work with different teams to apply patches after proper testing. Currently, we don’t have any AI or ASM projects assisted by InsightVM

What needs improvement?

I’d like to see Rapid7 InsightVM improve by adding a knowledge base similar to what Qualys offers. This would help us easily check and search for vulnerabilities using Rapid7 IDs associated with CVs or CVSS.

From a features perspective, everything was fine at the time, and the security features of Rapid7 InsightVM were effective.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been working with Rapid7 InsightVM since December.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I would recommend Rapid7 InsightVM to others. My advice would be to first understand your requirements and infrastructure before implementing the product. I would rate InsightVM as an eight.


    Chamindu Pramodya

Gives reliable information, risk management, including prioritization

  • July 26, 2024
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

We'll use Rapid7 InsightVM for on-premises scanning and the virtual machine option for cloud-based environments.

How has it helped my organization?

It is a good tool for comprehensive risk management, including prioritization and remediation.

What is most valuable?

It is a great endpoint agent. It gives you reliable information about that infrastructure and offers strong accuracy for risk management. However, unlike other management tools that have improved precision testing, InsightVM requires an additional purchase for full access to some of its advanced features.

What needs improvement?

Other solutions, like Cisco, have strengths, but Rapid7 InsightVM has some solid features, such as the RapidServer Active Response, the ability to create endpoint agents, and a live dashboard. However, the main concern is the system's reliability. For instance, during a scan on an Ubuntu machine, the system mistakenly identified the OS as Windows. This kind of inaccuracy is problematic.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Rapid7 InsightVM for a year.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?


How are customer service and support?

The response takes some time.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Neutral

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Rapid7 is a bit expensive.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

Tenable has 20% lower pricing and includes built-in web application testing, which gives it an advantage over Rapid7 InsightVM.

What other advice do I have?

I recommend Tennable for small and Rapid for big enterprises.

Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.


    reviewer2510463

Has a good user interface, but its threat intelligence could be improved

  • July 22, 2024
  • Review provided by PeerSpot

What is our primary use case?

We use the solution mainly for servers and vulnerability management.

What is most valuable?

The solution's user interface is good and has some vulnerability prioritization. Rapid7 InsightVM has good integrations with ServiceNow and its own remediation project creation options.

What needs improvement?

Rapid7 InsightVM is not PCI certified, which didn't help us in the London office because of the Cyber Essentials Plus certification, which is mandatory there. We had to outsource the vulnerability management for the London office.

One of the most important things for a vulnerability management tool is the identification of vulnerabilities. When it comes to Rapid7 InsightVM, the vulnerabilities are not updated within its database. This is one of the major things that should be changed in Rapid7 when it comes to customer reliability. If the database is not updated, it could jeopardize the customer's servers and data.

The solution's support staff does not reply on time, which should be improved. Rapid7 InsightVM should improve its threat intelligence.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Rapid7 InsightVM for the last few years.

How was the initial setup?

The solution's initial setup is good.

What other advice do I have?

Overall, I rate the solution a six out of ten.