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HCL AppScan vs IBM Rational Software Analyzer comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

HCL AppScan
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
43
Ranking in other categories
Application Security Tools (14th), Static Application Security Testing (SAST) (10th), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) (1st)
IBM Rational Software Analyzer
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
Debugging (13th)
 

Mindshare comparison

HCL AppScan and IBM Rational Software Analyzer aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. HCL AppScan is designed for Application Security Tools and holds a mindshare of 2.6%, down 2.7% compared to last year.
IBM Rational Software Analyzer, on the other hand, focuses on Debugging, holds 1.2% mindshare, up 0.4% since last year.
Application Security Tools
Debugging
 

Featured Reviews

Rishi Anupam - PeerSpot reviewer
A stable and scalable scanning solution with good reporting feature
The solution is used for the vulnerabilities scan on the network side The reporting part is the most valuable feature. The penetration testing feature should be included. I have been using the solution for four years. It is a stable solution. I rate it seven out of ten. It is a scalable…
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
18%
Financial Services Firm
14%
Government
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about HCL AppScan?
The most valuable feature of HCL AppScan is its integration with the SDLC, particularly during the coding phase.
What needs improvement with HCL AppScan?
AppScan needs to improve its handling of false positives. It also requires enhancements in customer support, similar to what Veracode provides. Regularly scheduling calls with clients to discuss fe...
What is your primary use case for HCL AppScan?
The primary use case for AppScan is for security purposes. I compare AppScan with other tools such as Veracode. We use AppScan for vulnerability detection and auto-remediation of vulnerabilities wi...
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Also Known As

IBM Security AppScan, Rational AppScan, AppScan
Rational Software Analyzer
 

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Sample Customers

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