Intruder Alternative
Panoptic Scans Versus Intruder
Deeper Context,
Better Value
Get the same ease of use you love about Intruder with richer vulnerability context, attack narratives, and more affordable pricing.
Comparison
Panoptic Scans vs Intruder
Intruder is a popular cloud-based vulnerability scanner known for its simplicity and noise reduction features. Panoptic Scans shares that commitment to usability while adding detailed attack narratives that explain how vulnerabilities can be exploited, authenticated DAST scanning, and more affordable pricing starting at $25/month.
Why Choose Panoptic Scans?
1. Context-Rich Attack Narratives
Panoptic Scans provides detailed attack narratives that explain how each vulnerability can be exploited, giving your team actionable intelligence to prioritize remediation effectively.
2. More Affordable Pricing
Intruder's plans start at $108/month for limited targets. Panoptic Scans starts at just $25/month with transparent, self-serve pricing and no per-target surcharges.
3. Authenticated DAST Scanning
Test behind login pages with authenticated DAST scanning powered by OWASP ZAP. Identify vulnerabilities in protected areas of your web applications that standard surface scans miss.
4. Compliance-Ready Reports
Purpose-built reports aligned with SOC 2, HIPAA, and other compliance frameworks. Export as PDF, CSV, or HTML - ready for auditors, executives, and stakeholders without additional formatting.
5. 100% Cloud-Native, Zero Setup
No agents to install, no infrastructure to maintain. Sign up, add your targets, and start scanning in minutes. Panoptic Scans handles everything in the cloud so you can focus on fixing vulnerabilities.
6. Industry-Trusted Open-Source Scanners
Powered by OpenVAS, ZAP, Nmap, and Nuclei - orchestrated through an intelligent platform that delivers context and clarity alongside raw findings. Know exactly what's running under the hood.
Features
Feature Comparison
See how Panoptic Scans stacks up against Intruder across the features that matter most.
| Feature | Panoptic Scans | Intruder |
|---|---|---|
| Detailed Attack Narratives |
Context-rich narratives explaining how each vulnerability can be exploited
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Simplified findings with remediation advice but no exploit narratives
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| Network Vulnerability Scanning |
OpenVAS & Nuclei powered scanning (external & internal)
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Proprietary scanning engine with emerging threat detection
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| Web Application Scanning (DAST) |
ZAP powered DAST scanning (unauthenticated & authenticated)
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Web application scanning available on higher tiers
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| Port Scanning |
Nmap powered port discovery
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Port scanning included
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| Pricing Transparency |
Plans from $25/month, publicly listed
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Starts at $108/month (Essential), per-target pricing
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| User Interface |
Modern, streamlined and beginner-friendly
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Clean, simple interface focused on noise reduction
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| Compliance Reports (SOC 2, HIPAA) |
Audit-ready PDF, CSV, and HTML exports
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Compliance reports available on Pro tier
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| Cloud-Native Platform |
Cloud-native with optional self-hosted internal scanning
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Cloud-based platform
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| Scanning Transparency |
Open-source scanners: OpenVAS, ZAP, Nmap, Nuclei
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Proprietary scanning engine, less transparency
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| REST API |
Full REST API for automation
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API and integrations (Jira, Slack, etc.)
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| Scheduled & Continuous Scanning |
Automated scheduling with notifications
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Continuous and scheduled scanning
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Key Advantages
What Sets Panoptic Scans Apart
Attack Narratives
Go beyond simplified findings. Panoptic Scans explains how vulnerabilities can be chained and exploited, helping your team prioritize what actually matters.
Better Value
Enterprise-grade vulnerability scanning starting at $25/month. All scanning types included from day one.
Compliance Ready
Generate audit-ready reports for SOC 2, HIPAA, and other frameworks. Structured, professional, and exportable in multiple formats.
Use Cases
Vulnerability Management for Every Team
External & Internal Vulnerability Scanning
Monitor your perimeter and internal infrastructure with continuous vulnerability assessments powered by OpenVAS, Nuclei, and Nmap. Scan external systems from the cloud, or internal networks via a self-hosted script.
Learn more →Web Application Security
DAST scanning with OWASP ZAP to identify XSS, SQL injection, and other web application vulnerabilities. Supports both unauthenticated and authenticated scans to test content behind login pages.
Learn more →SOC 2 Compliance Scanning
Meet your SOC 2 network vulnerability scanning requirements with automated, audit-ready reports covering both external and internal infrastructure.
Learn more →Attack Surface Monitoring
Keep track of your expanding attack surface with continuous monitoring of domains, IPs, and exposed services.
Learn more →MSP & MSSP Solutions
Manage vulnerability scanning across multiple clients with scalable, affordable plans designed for managed service providers.
Learn more →Vanta Integration
Seamlessly connect Panoptic Scans with Vanta to automate your compliance evidence collection and vulnerability management.
Learn more →Ready to Try Panoptic Scans?
Intruder is a solid vulnerability scanner with a focus on simplicity. But if you need deeper vulnerability context with attack narratives, authenticated DAST, and more affordable pricing, Panoptic Scans is your next-generation alternative. Start scanning in minutes with a free trial - no credit card required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Panoptic Scans a good alternative to Intruder?
Yes. Panoptic Scans offers the same ease of use that Intruder is known for, while adding detailed attack narratives, authenticated DAST scanning, and significantly more affordable pricing starting at $25/month. It's ideal for teams that want deeper vulnerability context without paying Intruder's premium pricing.
How does pricing compare between Panoptic Scans and Intruder?
Panoptic Scans starts at $25/month with all scanning capabilities included. Intruder's Essential plan starts at $108/month with per-target pricing that increases as you add more targets. For growing teams, Panoptic Scans offers significantly better value.
What scanners does Panoptic Scans use?
Panoptic Scans leverages industry-trusted open-source scanners: OpenVAS for network vulnerabilities, ZAP for web application DAST, Nmap for port discovery, and Nuclei for template-based detection. Unlike Intruder's proprietary engine, you know exactly what's running under the hood.
Can I use Panoptic Scans for SOC 2 compliance?
Absolutely. Panoptic Scans generates audit-ready vulnerability reports that satisfy SOC 2 network vulnerability scanning requirements for both external and internal infrastructure. Reports can be exported as PDF, CSV, or HTML and shared directly with auditors.
What are attack narratives and why do they matter?
Attack narratives are detailed explanations of how a vulnerability could be exploited in a real-world attack. Unlike simplified findings that just list severity scores, attack narratives help security teams understand the actual risk and prioritize remediation based on exploitability.