Apache JMeter vs HCL AppScan comparison

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The compared Apache and HCLSoftware solutions aren't in the same category. Apache is ranked #2 in PTT , with an average rating of 8.1, and holds a 8.9% mindshare in the category. HCLSoftware is ranked #23 in AS , with an average rating of 7.0, and holds a 2.2% mindshare. Additionally, 88% of Apache users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 84% of HCLSoftware users who would recommend it.

Apache JMeter

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88% willing to recommend

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5,511 Comparison Views

84% willing to recommend

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

ROI

Sentiment score

5.9

Apache JMeter offers cost-effectiveness and efficiency over expensive alternatives, enhancing ROI through reduced maintenance and testing capabilities.

Sentiment score

1.7

HCL AppScan enhances architecture with fewer errors and improved security, achieving 50% return and 20% cost savings.

With Apache JMeter, I have gained great statistics for performance and server metrics.

WaqarTufail

Automation Architect at Aion Digital

I have not seen a return on investment right now, as there is no improvement in Apache JMeter and reduction in cost, but I save time and reduce costs with Apache JMeter.

Abhishek-Verma

Principal Performance Test Engineer at KiwiTech LLC

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Customer Service

Sentiment score

6.2

Apache JMeter relies on community support, offering vast online resources and efficient user collaboration despite no official customer support.

Sentiment score

5.6

HCL AppScan's support is responsive with mixed reviews, facing regional challenges and lagging behind competitors like Veracode.

With AI models ChatGPT, troubleshooting issues has become very easy for us.

Raja Rao Malkari

Principal Performance Architect at Tecnotree Corporation

The support for Apache JMeter is excellent.

Shiva Сhandan

Software QA Engineer at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

Apache JMeter has strong support through its vast Java-based community on platforms like Stack Overflow.

WaqarTufail

Automation Architect at Aion Digital

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Veracode provides excellent assistance and regularly scheduled calls to address customer concerns and updates.

MukeshSaha

Associate Principal, Software Engineering at LTI - Larsen & Toubro Infotech

There is still room for improvement when it comes to the speed of response.

Ravi Khanchandani

Founder Director at Techsa Services

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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score

6.6

Apache JMeter is scalable but faces challenges with high loads, manual work, and configuration, affecting user experience ratings.

Sentiment score

3.9

HCL AppScan is scalable yet varies by license, integration issues, infrastructure compatibility, and CI/CD pipeline design effectiveness.

We do have some methods where we can distribute the complete load between multiple systems and then try to do our testing.

TusharShankar

QA Manager at Synechron

JMeter is highly scalable, easily handling increased loads through the use of multiple servers.

Shiva Сhandan

Software QA Engineer at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

This restricts the number of users and necessitates increasing load agents or distributing the script across multiple machines.

Sadish Kumar

Senior Solution Architect at HCLSoftware

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Stability Issues

Sentiment score

7.2

Apache JMeter is stable but may face issues with high loads, requiring adjustments and expertise for optimal performance.

Sentiment score

7.2

HCL AppScan is stable and reliable, with minor hardware issues, improved by recent upgrades enhancing performance and stability.

JMeter performs exceptionally well, especially in non-GUI mode, which supports high loads efficiently.

Shiva Сhandan

Software QA Engineer at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

Several necessary features still need improvements, specifically in terms of reports and additional functionalities compared to other commercial tools.

Sadish Kumar

Senior Solution Architect at HCLSoftware

Previous versions of Apache JMeter were a little unstable, but the new versions are very stable.

Raja Rao Malkari

Principal Performance Architect at Tecnotree Corporation

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Since we've been using HCL AppScan for about three months, we really have not encountered a false positive.

Ravi Khanchandani

Founder Director at Techsa Services

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Room For Improvement

Apache JMeter struggles with load handling, UI issues, automation, scripting, integration, report generation, documentation, and user support.

HCL AppScan requires improvements in vulnerability detection, usability, integration, performance, support, pricing, and language/codebase compatibility to stay competitive.

With AI becoming more prominent, they can implement features where it can generate code by itself based on the results or provide suggestions.

Raja Rao Malkari

Principal Performance Architect at Tecnotree Corporation

Currently, we need to use multiple separate JMeter instances to simulate reductions in load, which isn't ideal.

Shiva Сhandan

Software QA Engineer at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

The tool needs improvements related to client-side metrics, integrating with tools like YSlow or HTTP Watch, and enhancing mobile testing capabilities.

Sadish Kumar

Senior Solution Architect at HCLSoftware

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If I'm scanning a web application, it shows me the various components being used. It tells me whether I have Java libraries, .NET frameworks, or other log management libraries such as Log4j, and what versions of those specific components are present.

Ravi Khanchandani

Founder Director at Techsa Services

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Setup Cost

Apache JMeter is a free, open-source tool ideal for budget-conscious enterprises compared to pricier commercial solutions.

HCL AppScan is considered expensive but cost-effective, with varied pricing opinions influenced by its premium features and discounts.

Using JMeter helps us avoid additional costs for high-load testing since it is open-source and allows for unlimited virtual users at no extra cost.

Shiva Сhandan

Software QA Engineer at a consultancy with 10,001+ employees

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that the cost and license are free because Apache JMeter is open source.

Abhishek-Verma

Principal Performance Test Engineer at KiwiTech LLC

It's a cost-effective solution.

Sadish Kumar

Senior Solution Architect at HCLSoftware

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Companies often choose based on budget constraints, with Veracode being on the higher end cost-wise.

MukeshSaha

Associate Principal, Software Engineering at LTI - Larsen & Toubro Infotech

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Valuable Features

Apache JMeter is a flexible, open-source tool for performance testing, valued for its GUI, plugin support, and community.

HCL AppScan detects vulnerabilities, integrates with agile processes, offers scalability, user-friendly features, and AI-enhanced rapid scanning for security.

JMeter facilitates scripting capabilities, which include options for Groovy scripts.

Sadish Kumar

Senior Solution Architect at HCLSoftware

It's useful for both the person conducting the test and the higher management, like project managers or senior executives, who may not know about the test.

Swetha Mahasivbhattu

Performance Test Engineer at CEI

Despite being open source, it offers features comparable to paid tools.

Sreenivasula Mukkamalla

Sr.Engineer csit Quality Assurance at Verizon

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AppScan's most valuable features include its ability to identify vulnerabilities accurately, provide detailed remediation steps, and the newly introduced AI-powered features that enhance its functionality further.

MukeshSaha

Associate Principal, Software Engineering at LTI - Larsen & Toubro Infotech

I have utilized its interactive application security testing, as well as both static application security testing, dynamic application security testing, and IAST.

Ravi Khanchandani

Founder Director at Techsa Services

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Categories and Ranking

Apache JMeter

Average Rating

7.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Performance Testing Tools (2nd), Load Testing Tools (1st), API Testing Tools (4th)

HCL AppScan

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

5.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Application Security Tools (23rd), Static Application Security Testing (SAST) (20th), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) (7th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Quality Assurance solutions, they serve different purposes. Apache JMeter is designed for Performance Testing Tools and holds a mindshare of 8.9%, down 16.4% compared to last year.
HCL AppScan, on the other hand, focuses on Application Security Tools, holds 2.2% mindshare, down 2.5% since last year.

Performance Testing Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Apache JMeter	8.9%
OpenText Professional Performance Engineering (LoadRunner Professional)	15.6%
Tricentis NeoLoad	13.0%
Other	62.5%

Performance Testing Tools

Application Security Tools Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
HCL AppScan	2.2%
SonarQube	10.8%
Checkmarx One	7.3%
Other	79.7%

Application Security Tools

Featured Reviews

Raja Rao Malkari

Principal Performance Architect at Tecnotree Corporation

Have built custom performance test scripts and integrated them into automated pipelines seamlessly

Apache JMeter has its own pros and cons when compared to other tools. It is easy to use the tool and it has open-source capability so we can build our custom scripts and execute them. It provides other capabilities, such as integrating a database and connecting to other application servers for monitoring and related functions. We use dynamic HTML reporting, which helps us in testing analysis by pinpointing the bottlenecks based on the reports. We can identify the specific areas that need attention, troubleshoot them, and report to the development team. The user-friendly GUI for creating and managing tests makes it very easy to drag and drop samplers. For example, if you want the HTTP sampler, you can drag and drop it and use it. For configurations, we have other samplers. For results, we have the view results samplers that we can also drag and drop. The UI is good in comparison with other tools. Regarding integration with CI/CD pipelines, we can create Apache JMeter scripts and use the Docker image. From the image, whatever scripting we have done can be connected. We can use the CI/CD pipelines and connect them with Jenkins tools and GitHub. Then we can create the pipelines and automate the end-to-end flow. For connecting Jenkins to Apache JMeter, JMeter plugins are available, and we have used them. Apache JMeter also has some third-party plugins, which are not native samplers. If we want to use custom test executions, we definitely use all the different plugins available in Apache JMeter. The capability to simulate users has impacted testing resources and outcomes as Apache JMeter is based on Java, which has a limit to the users in a particular load generator. Apache JMeter provides distributed load testing where you can connect multiple PCs in a master and slave concept, allowing you to pump the load with any number of users. In the past, I have done load testing with 10,000 users by connecting the Apache JMeter distributed network in BlazeMeter. There is a cloud version available, the updated BlazeMeter, and I used that. It is very easy to launch load generators in BlazeMeter, and then we can run the test, scaling up beyond 10,000 users.

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Ravi Khanchandani

Founder Director at Techsa Services

Has improved identification of encryption and authentication issues across cloud and on-prem applications

During the learning curve of onboarding HCL AppScan, we learned that HCL has altered the portfolio and now offers HCL AppScan 360, which has a much better look and feel with an improved user interface. However, there is one feature called SCA, which stands for Software Composition Analysis, that could be improved. When I'm doing an application scan, HCL AppScan has the ability to generate information about what components are in use. For example, if I'm scanning a web application, it shows me the various components being used. It tells me whether I have Java libraries, .NET frameworks, or other log management libraries such as Log4j, and what versions of those specific components are present. I would like to see more detailed reports from the tool. Currently, you can find out the components belonging to a specific software, but if detailed reporting became available, you would be in a better position to identify vulnerabilities. For instance, I could identify that I had the Log4j vulnerability and know that I need to fix my application accordingly. If they add the features I'm describing, I would consider giving them a higher rating. However, I've only been experienced with the product for three months.

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

13%

Construction Company

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

Construction Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	27
Midsize Enterprise	24
Large Enterprise	61

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	14
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	31

Questions from the Community

How does Postman compare with Apache JMeter?

Postman lets you easily define variables, which then get updated automatically. This is a huge time-saver and makes processes very efficient. We can also export the test cases we create and share t...

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How does BlazeMeter compare with Apache JMeter?

Blazemeter is a continuous testing platform that provides scriptless test automation. It unifies functional and performance testing, enabling users to monitor and test public and private APIs. We ...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Apache JMeter?

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that the cost and license are free because Apache JMeter is open source.

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What needs improvement with HCL AppScan?

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What is your primary use case for HCL AppScan?

I'm currently working with BigFix and HCL AppScan. At least three people in my company are using HCL AppScan. Since we are a reseller, we run it in both lab environments and live production applica...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for HCL AppScan?

AppScan is considered more cost-effective than Veracode, although I have not updated the exact pricing details. Companies often choose based on budget constraints, with Veracode being on the higher...

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Comparisons

Tricentis NeoLoad vs Apache JMeter

Compared 10% of the time

BlazeMeter vs Apache JMeter

Compared 6% of the time

Postman Enterprise vs Apache JMeter

Compared 6% of the time

OpenText Professional Performance Engineering (LoadRunner Professional) vs Apache JMeter

Compared 5% of the time

OpenText Core Performance Engineering (LoadRunner Cloud) vs Apache JMeter

Compared 5% of the time

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Veracode vs HCL AppScan

Compared 7% of the time

Checkmarx One vs HCL AppScan

Compared 7% of the time

PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional vs HCL AppScan

Compared 6% of the time

SonarQube vs HCL AppScan

Compared 5% of the time

Acunetix vs HCL AppScan

Compared 5% of the time

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Also Known As

JMeter

IBM Security AppScan, Rational AppScan, AppScan

Overview

Apache JMeter is a versatile, open-source tool designed for performance and load testing, widely recognized for its user-friendly interface and robust test automation capabilities. It supports a range of protocols and integrates seamlessly into various environments, making it ideal for high-load scenarios.

Apache JMeter stands out in performance testing for its ability to handle high transactions per second and perform distributed load testing effectively. Its open-source nature and cost-effectiveness are enhanced by its user-friendly GUI, which simplifies the testing process. Despite memory consumption concerns, Apache JMeter remains a top choice due to its large community support, comprehensive scripting capabilities, and easy integration with CI/CD pipelines, allowing for continuous automated testing. Its robust protocol support meets diverse testing needs.

What are Apache JMeter's key features?

User-Friendly GUI: Simplifies test creation and management.
Open-Source: Offers flexibility and community support.
Protocol Support: Handles multiple protocols effectively.
Integration: Works seamlessly with tools like Jenkins.
Scripting: Extensive scripting abilities for custom tests.
Platform Independence: Operates on various operating systems.

Which benefits should users consider in reviews?

Cost-Effectiveness: No licensing fees due to open-source status.
Community Support: Access to a large user base for help and updates.
Scalability: Effective in high-load scenarios with distributed testing capabilities.
Automation: Integration with CI/CD for continuous testing.
Comprehensive Reporting: Provides detailed performance insights.

In industries like finance and banking, Apache JMeter is used extensively for performance validation to ensure system robustness under heavy user loads. It's integrated into CI/CD pipelines for automated testing processes, allowing organizations to simulate real-world scenarios and ensure high-performance standards.

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HCL AppScan offers quick vulnerability detection with effective SDLC integration and is known for its user-friendly interface and seamless security integration.

HCL AppScan provides dynamic and static scanning to identify vulnerabilities like XSS and SQL injection. It integrates well into CI/CD pipelines, supports multiple languages, and offers web and dynamic scanning, helping businesses ensure security across development lifecycles. Users benefit from API coverage, Postman integration, and its ability to function in cloud and on-premise environments, facilitating a shift from DevOps to DevSecOps practices.

What features define HCL AppScan?

User-friendly interface: Simplifies navigation and usage.
Vulnerability detection: Quickly identifies issues like XSS and SQL injection.
Integration with SDLC: Seamlessly blends with development processes.
Dynamic scanning: Offers comprehensive security evaluations.
Multiple language support: Supports diverse programming environments.

What benefits should users consider?

Scalability: Adapts to growing needs and projects.
Low false-positive rates: Delivers accurate and reliable results.
Detailed reporting: Provides comprehensive vulnerability insights.
Effective integration: Enhances CI/CD pipeline security.

HCL AppScan is leveraged in sectors requiring rigorous security checks, such as finance and healthcare, where it conducts comprehensive scans and offers insights into potential vulnerabilities. Its robust scanning capabilities aid companies in maintaining compliance and security standards.

HCLSoftware

Sample Customers

AOL, Orbitz, Innopath Software, PrepMe, Sapient, Corporate Express Australia, CSIRO, Ephibian, Talis, DATACOM, ALALOOP, eFusion, Panter, Sourcepole, University of Western Cape

Essex Technology Group Inc., Cisco, West Virginia University, APIS IT

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