CrowdStrike Falcon vs Rapid7 InsightIDR comparison

CrowdStrike and Rapid7 are both solutions in the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) category. CrowdStrike is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.6, while Rapid7 is ranked #15 with an average rating of 7.8. CrowdStrike holds a 3.3% mindshare in SIEM, compared to Rapid7’s 2.2% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of CrowdStrike users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of Rapid7 users who would recommend it.

CrowdStrike Falcon

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96% willing to recommend

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 18, 2025

CrowdStrike Falcon and Rapid7 InsightIDR are leading solutions in the cybersecurity space. CrowdStrike Falcon typically stands out for its robust endpoint protection and scalability, while Rapid7 InsightIDR is noted for its comprehensive SIEM capabilities and user behavior analytics.

Features: CrowdStrike Falcon offers advanced threat detection, endpoint visibility, and seamless integration with AI-powered real-time response. Its lightweight agent and cloud-native design allow for flexible, always-on protection. Rapid7 InsightIDR is known for easy integration with security tools and user behavioral analytics, which can identify unusual activities and support quick investigations.

Room for Improvement: CrowdStrike Falcon could improve integration with on-premises solutions and enhance its reporting capabilities, including a more detailed forensic feature set. Rapid7 InsightIDR may benefit from refining its search functions, expanding integration capabilities, and simplifying AI and data retention features.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: CrowdStrike Falcon provides deployment options for public, private, and hybrid clouds, which users find flexible, although technical support experiences vary. Rapid7 InsightIDR is mainly deployed in public clouds with straightforward setup; customer feedback on service is generally positive but highlights some room for faster response times.

Pricing and ROI: CrowdStrike Falcon might be seen as expensive, but offers compelling ROI by minimizing threats and improving productivity. Rapid7 InsightIDR offers attractive endpoint-based pricing, providing cost-effectiveness and notable ROI through enhanced security insights and reduced operational costs.

To learn more, read our detailed CrowdStrike Falcon vs. Rapid7 InsightIDR Report (Updated: December 2025).

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Categories and Ranking

CrowdStrike Falcon

Ranking in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

6th

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

1st

Ranking in Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

1st

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

7.3

Number of Reviews

136

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (1st), Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIP) (1st), Attack Surface Management (ASM) (1st), Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) (1st), AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platforms (1st)

Rapid7 InsightIDR

Ranking in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

15th

Ranking in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

22nd

Ranking in Extended Detection and Response (XDR)

16th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) (7th), Threat Deception Platforms (4th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) category, the mindshare of CrowdStrike Falcon is 3.3%, down from 4.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Rapid7 InsightIDR is 2.2%, down from 2.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
CrowdStrike Falcon	3.3%
Rapid7 InsightIDR	2.2%
Other	94.5%

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Featured Reviews

Waleed Omar

Information Security Specialist at Arab Open University

Provides effective real-time threat detection with potential for cost optimization

Some features such as device control, firewall management, and file analysis are standalone products that we need to purchase separately. If these features came out of the box within the product, it would be much more beneficial for us. Other providers such as SentinelOne include these features in their base product. We attended a CrowdStrike Falcon event where they discussed some shallow AI features, but we cannot see these in our panel yet. We work with different solutions such as Darktrace and SocRadar, where AI features are automatically displayed in our dashboards after release. However, for CrowdStrike Falcon, we cannot see these features.

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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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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The UI is simple and self-explanatory. Everything is easy to understand."

"I like Falcon's threat detection and endpoint investigation features. It's a user-friendly solution."

"It has good features for threat detection."

"The anomaly detection is the most valuable feature."

"The features we showcase to potential customers are prevention, malware protection, zero-day protection, and application scripting. Vulnerability assessment is another valuable feature."

"EDR is effective in CrowdStrike."

"Scalability is good. We have had no issues with it."

"The detection and response console is the most valuable feature."

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"InsightIDR has allowed us to find potential security issues that we did not know existed, and get remediation quickly."

"Rapid7 is easy to use and deploy. It is a simple solution and has easy data pulling."

"The solution's initial setup is easy."

"Intelligent alerting to avoid the common problem of alert fatigue associated with traditional SIEMs."

"It improved my organization by building a security alerting program."

"During simulations or demonstrations, the tool generates alerts, providing details such as the specific application, its origin, and potential threats. For instance, it can identify if an application belongs to a known ransomware group. The system rates the threat, offering a clear detection ratio, such as 97 out of 100. It not only identifies threats but also illustrates the associated behaviors, helping us understand the potential risk to a particular endpoint."

"The solution is easy to use, and the interface is intuitive."

"I like that it's a cloud-based solution."

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Cons

"The technical support team often just replies to an issue with a link to an article rather than actually calling back and talking to someone and making sure the problem is solved. To me, that's kind of weak."

"The solution could improve the policies themselves."

"Basically, they don't cover legacy OS or applications. That's the only issue we're concerned about"

"Some policies in the tool need to be fine-tuned. Customized IOCs need to be improved since they have certain shortcomings."

"The UI is not efficient."

"In a future release, I would like to see more integrations for data breaches and security features."

"I believe nothing can be done to make CrowdStrike Falcon a ten out of ten, as I think it's one of the best solutions in the market. However, rating it a ten overall would imply there's no scope for improvement, but to survive in the market, changes must be made every day."

"The solution needs to have integration with on-premises security devices and security facilities. That means all the security products, including the perimeter firewall, the DMZ."

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

"I feel it would greatly benefit from more supported log sources."

"Tenable Nessus is easier to deal with. It's more efficient and accurate. InsightIDR is heavier than Tenable in terms of performance and scanning. Rapid7 would be much easier to use if it had a network connector like Tenable. Tenable's connector allows continuous monitoring over the B caps."

"Needs a better ability to customize the check within the console."

"They should add more configuration and security features to it."

"The product allows us to make only 30 custom rules."

"Lacks a mobile application."

"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."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"With respect to pricing, my suggestion to others is to evaluate the environment and purchase what you need."

"Years ago, when we bought CrowdStrike, you got everything it had. I was a little concerned when they broke this out into a la carte modules where you can buy EDR, Spotlight, etc., picking and choosing off the menu. I was a little worried that the solution would get watered down. However, I realized in my previous organization when we had the full suite that there were a bunch of features in it that we didn't have time to operationalize. So, I warmed up to it. I get the whole, "Look, you can pick and choose. Okay, everybody buys a steak, but do you want mashed potatoes, or do you want lobster mac and cheese?" So, you can pick the sides that you want, so you can buy the solution that you want and operationalize versus paying a lot of money and getting a bunch of things, but not using 60 percent of the tools in the box."

"Crowdstrike Falcon is relatively cheap."

"There are approximately a hundred different modules you have to purchase, depending on what you want to do. I have most of the modules. How it works is you buy the portfolio, you have to decide all the components you want in it, and then they price out a bundle for you. I have almost all of the package features in my bundle. You only need to pay for the modules you want."

"The cost of CrowdStrike Falcon in Latin America seems high relative to the economic conditions in the region."

"The tool is a little bit expensive compared to other products, but I think it's okay owing to its quality."

"It is an expensive product, but I think it is well worth the investment."

"The more endpoints an organization adds the cheaper the cost."

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"It is more reasonably priced than other vendors."

"The team is very willing to work with companies. My suggestion is to call the Rapid7 sales department and see how they can help."

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

"Licensing is straightforward. If, for some reason, you don’t meet the minimum licensing requirements, there is a third-party managed service that can help."

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

"I rate Rapid7 InsightIDR's price a four on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive."

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

"It is a reasonably priced solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

Government

Computer Software Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	34
Large Enterprise	62

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

Questions from the Community

Comparing CrowdStrike Falcon to Cortex XDR (Palo Alto)

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto vs. CrowdStrike Falcon Both Cortex XDR and Crowd Strike Falcon offer cloud-based solutions that are very scalable, secure, and user-friendly. Cortex XDR by Palo Alto offers ...

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How does Crowdstrike Falcon compare with Darktrace?

Both of these products perform similarly and have many outstanding attributes. CrowdStrike Falcon offers an amazing user interface that makes setup easy and seamless. CrowdStrike Falcon offers a cl...

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How does Microsoft Defender for Endpoint compare with Crowdstrike Falcon?

The CrowdStrike solution delivers a lot of information about incidents. It has a very light sensor that will never push your machine hardware to "test", you don't have the usual "scan now" feature ...

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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...

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What do you like most about Rapid7 InsightIDR?

During simulations or demonstrations, the tool generates alerts, providing details such as the specific application, its origin, and potential threats. For instance, it can identify if an applicati...

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

The product pricing is very cheap.

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Also Known As

CrowdStrike Falcon, CrowdStrike Falcon XDR, CrowdStrike Falcon Threat Intelligence, CrowdStrike Identity Protection, CrowdStrike Falcon Surface, CrowdStrike Falcon Platform

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Overview

CrowdStrike Falcon offers robust endpoint protection and threat detection, leveraging cloud-native architecture and AI-driven capabilities for advanced security. Its design ensures minimal system impact, making it a preferred choice for organizations seeking efficient protection solutions.

CrowdStrike Falcon provides comprehensive security features, including endpoint detection and response, real-time threat insights, and advanced AI-driven detection mechanisms. Its cloud-native architecture facilitates effortless scalability and seamless integration with cloud services, securing endpoints, servers, and roaming users. While Falcon delivers strong threat intelligence and automated detection, it faces challenges in operating system compatibility, reports require enhancements, and integration with some technologies is limited. High pricing and occasional false positives are noted areas for improvement, along with expanded support for older systems.

What are the key features of CrowdStrike Falcon?

Endpoint Detection and Response: Offers real-time threat tracking and quick reaction capabilities.
AI-Driven Threat Detection: Utilizes machine learning for identifying sophisticated threats.
Cloud-Native Architecture: Ensures seamless scalability and integration with cloud platforms.
Lightweight Design: Minimizes impact on system performance for efficient operation.
Remote Access and Isolation: Facilitates remote endpoint management and network protection.

What benefits or ROI should users look for?

Comprehensive Dashboards: Provides detailed insights for informed decision-making.
Scalability: Handles expansion effortlessly as organizational needs grow.
Threat Intelligence: Enhances security strategies with robust data.
Reduced Resource Consumption: Operates efficiently, saving on system resources.

In industries requiring fortified cybersecurity measures, CrowdStrike Falcon is deployed for endpoint protection and incident response. It offers advanced threat defense and integrates well with cloud services, making it a suitable replacement for traditional antivirus solutions. For sectors engaging in forensic investigations and real-time malware defense, Falcon's capabilities align with their security demands, serving industries from healthcare to finance.

CrowdStrike

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.

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Sample Customers

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Liberty Wines, Pioneer Telephone, Visier

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