OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing vs PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional comparison

The compared OpenText and PortSwigger solutions aren't in the same category. OpenText is ranked #3 in DAST , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 22.2% mindshare in the category. PortSwigger is ranked #11 in AS , with an average rating of 8.7, and holds a 2.2% mindshare. Additionally, 82% of OpenText users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 98% of PortSwigger users who would recommend it.

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing and PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing vs. PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional Report (Updated: May 2022).

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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:

Categories and Ranking

OpenText Dynamic Applicatio...

Average Rating

7.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) (3rd), DevSecOps (10th)

PortSwigger Burp Suite Prof...

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Application Security Tools (11th), Static Application Security Testing (SAST) (6th), Fuzz Testing Tools (1st)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Application Lifecycle Management solutions, they serve different purposes. OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing is designed for Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) and holds a mindshare of 22.2%, down 30.5% compared to last year.
PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional, on the other hand, focuses on Application Security Tools, holds 2.2% mindshare, up 1.8% since last year.

Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)

Application Security Tools

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Navin N

Global ISO 27001 Program Lead at DXC Technology

Effective scanning of diverse file extensions with fast reporting and issue resolution

We develop software packages for clients, and these clients are mostly in the BFSI sector. The packages need to be scanned, and we engage Fortify WebInspect for this. Customers typically perform their own application pen tests, but in some cases, we have engagements where customers want us to scan…

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Anuradha.Kapoor Kapoor

Head - Quality Control at Net Solutions

Offers efficient scanning of entire websites but presence of false positive bugs, leading to time-consuming efforts in distinguishing real bugs from false alarms

We have found that so many times, false positive bugs are there, and then we spend a lot of time basically separating them from real bugs. So that's the reason we are looking for some other tool. So we were in discussion with Acunetix. Therefore, the false positive rate is, like, something that we would like to improve. What we are looking for is if this false positive rate goes down because we were OWASP Zap tool users, which was free anyway. But there were a lot of false positives there, and we used to spend a lot of time, like, for security reasons, reproducing those bugs for the development team to fix it. So then we thought, okay, why not we go with the tool? Even if it is not very expensive. But still, every year, we have to renew the license. And we got this tool. Again, we found that in this tool also, even if it is less, there are still a lot of false positive bugs out there. So we again have to spend so much time. So we hired a security tester, who was basically using Acunetix in his previous company for almost three years, and then you said that in that scanning is very slow. The scanning is also slow. Like, sometimes the site scan takes eight hours, six to eight hours. Yeah. And whereas in Acunetix, it took three to four hours. And plus, there are no false positives. I'm not saying none but there's very little. But here, the rate sometimes is very high. These are the two features I think we would like to improve further.

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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 transaction recorder within WebInspect is easy to use, which is valuable for our team."

"When we are integrating it with SSC, we're able to scan and trace and see all of the vulnerabilities. Comparison is easy in SSC."

"Technical support has been good."

"It's a well-known platform for doing dynamic application scanning."

"The solution is able to detect a wide range of vulnerabilities. It's better at it than other products."

"The tool provides comprehensive vulnerability assessments which help ensure our deliverables are as free from vulnerabilities as possible. It has also streamlined our web application vulnerability assessments, assisting us in delivering secure applications to our clients."

"There are lots of small settings and tools, like an HTTP editor, that are very useful."

"The user interface is ok and it is very simple to use."

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"The active scanner, which does an automated search of any web vulnerabilities."

"It offers flexibility, macros, and features to reduce the effort required for authenticated sessions."

"With the Extender Tab, if you know how to code then you can create a plugin and add it to Burp."

"The feature that we have found most valuable is that it comes with pre-set configurations. They have a set of predefined options where you can pick one and start scanning. We also have the option of creating our own configurations, like how often do the applications need to be scanned."

"PortSwigger Burp Suite does not hamper the node of the server, and it does not shut down the server if it is running."

"The technical support from PortSwigger is excellent, managing response time and quality efficiently without any issues."

"You can scan any number of applications and it updates its database."

"The solution has a great user interface."

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Cons

"It requires improvement in terms of scanning. The application scan heavily utilizes the resources of an on-premise server. 32 GB RAM is very high for an enterprise web application."

"Not sufficiently compatible with some of our systems."

"The initial setup was complex."

"The scanner could be better."

"Our biggest complaint about this product is that it freezes up, and literally doesn't work for us."

"The installation could be a bit easier. Usually it's simple to use, but the installation is painful and a bit laborious and complex."

"We have had a problem with authentification."

"The main area for improvement in Fortify WebInspect is the price, as it is too high compared to the market rate."

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"The solution’s pricing could be improved."

"The solution doesn't offer very good scalability."

"The Iran market does not have after-sales support. PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional needs to provide after-sales support."

"In the Professional version, we cannot link it with the CI/CD process."

"The Auto Scanning features should be updated more frequently and should include the latest attack vectors."

"There needs to be better documentation provided. Currently, we need to buy books, or we need to review online some use cases from other professionals who have been using the solution to find out their experience. It is not easy to find out how to properly do a security assessment."

"The solution lacks sufficient stability."

"Integration is a big problem."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Fortify WebInspect is a very expensive product."

"The price is okay."

"It’s a fair price for the solution."

"This solution is very expensive."

"Our licensing is such that you can only run one scan at a time, which is inconvenient."

"The pricing is not clear and while it is not high, it is difficult to understand."

"Its price is almost similar to the price of AppScan. Both of them are very costly. Its price could be reduced because it can be very costly for unlimited IT scans, etc. I'm not sure, but it can go up to $40,000 to $50,000 or more than that."

"We have one license. The price is very nominal."

"The cost is approximately $500 for a single license, and there are no additional costs beyond the standard licensing fees."

"It is expensive for us in Brazil because the currency exchange rate from a dollar to a Brazilian Real is quite steep."

"PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional is an expensive solution."

"Licensing costs are about $450/year for one use. For larger organizations, they're able to test against multiple applications while simultaneously others might have multiple versions of applications which needs to be tested which is why we have the enterprise edition."

"There is no setup cost and the cost of licensing is affordable."

"The pricing of the solution is reasonable. We only need to pay for the annual subscription. I rate the pricing five out of ten."

"The pricing of the solution is cost-effective and is best suited for small and medium-sized businesses."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

15%

Government

15%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Computer Software Company

10%

Computer Software Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Government

11%

Manufacturing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Fortify WebInspect?

The solution's technical support was very helpful.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortify WebInspect?

The price of Fortify WebInspect is high, with the cost depending on the number of virtual users. It is approximately 25% higher than other solutions.

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What needs improvement with Fortify WebInspect?

The main area for improvement in Fortify WebInspect is the price, as it is too high compared to the market rate. The cost of the license depends on the number of virtual users and, in comparison to...

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Is OWASP Zap better than PortSwigger Burp Suite Pro?

OWASP Zap and PortSwigger Burp Suite Pro have many similar features. OWASP Zap has web application scanning available with basic security vulnerabilities while Burp Suite Pro has it available with ...

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What do you like most about PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional?

The solution helped us discover vulnerabilities in our applications.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional?

The cost of PortSwigger Burp Suite Professional is reasonable at approximately $500 per year per user.

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 17% of the time

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Compared 10% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Also Known As

Micro Focus WebInspect, WebInspect

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Overview

OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing offers robust scalability, ease of use, and high accuracy in scanning, making it a valuable tool for enterprises.

This security testing platform is known for its centralized dashboard, guided scans, and comprehensive reporting. It integrates seamlessly with tools like Fortify code scanner and supports extensive vulnerability detection and analysis, enhancing efficiency in security management. Despite its strengths, users suggest improvements in cloud integration, cost-effectiveness, and installation processes. Faster scans, reduced false positives, and improved mobile testing features are also desired.

What are the key features of OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing?

Scalability: Easily adapts to changing enterprise needs.
Ease of Use: User-friendly interface with guided scans.
Comprehensive Reporting: Detailed vulnerability analysis and reporting.
Integration Capabilities: Works with Fortify code scanner and user authentication scanning.
Wide Vulnerability Detection: Identifies extensive security vulnerabilities.

What benefits should users expect from reviews?

Efficient Vulnerability Management: Streamlines security management in development environments.
Detailed Analysis: Provides in-depth insights into security issues.
Quick Setup: Easy to deploy within existing systems.
Enterprise Preference: Supports enterprise environments efficiently.

In industries like BFSI, OpenText Dynamic Application Security Testing is employed for performance network application testing, dynamic and static application security testing, and code checks. Security and QA teams use it in development processes to ensure application security prior to release, proving integral in both enterprise and testing environments.

OpenText

Burp Suite Professional, by PortSwigger, is the world’s leading toolkit for web security testing. Over 52,000 users worldwide, across all industries and organization sizes, trust Burp Suite Professional to find more vulnerabilities, faster. With expertly-engineered manual and automated tooling, you're able to test smarter - not harder.

PortSwigger is the web security company that is enabling the world to secure the web. Over 50,000 security engineers rely on our software and expertise to secure their world.

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Sample Customers

Aaron's

Google, Amazon, NASA, FedEx, P&G, Salesforce

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