comparison
Invicti vs. HostedScan
Invicti (formerly Netsparker) is a web application security scanner built for enterprise teams. HostedScan covers more ground at a fraction of the cost.
Feature
Extensive risk detection built on open-source vulnerability definitions
Powered by Greenbone, Nuclei, and OWASP ZAP
Proprietary DAST engine only (no open-source coverage)
Scales to scanning and re-scanning thousands of targets on demand
Unlimited scans, automated scheduling
Scans capped at 48 hours; volume depends on contract
Track risks over time with reports and dashboards
Full remediation history and executive reports
Reporting available, no published compliance templates
Latest risk and vulnerability definitions updated daily
Always current, no manual updates needed
Relies on proof-based validation rather than definition feeds
More accessible and cost effective for small and medium sized companies
Transparent plans, no sales call required
Every evaluation starts with a sales call and a custom quote
Customizable reporting to meet compliance and your organization’s needs
ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and TPN ready
OWASP Top 10, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 reports
Our Customers
5,000+ MSPs and IT teams who move faster
Speed and power,
without the complexity
The world's leading vulnerability scanners, all in one platform.