Best network detection and response (NDR) tools
Commercial platforms that watch network, cloud and identity traffic for signs of attackers, flag suspicious behaviour and help security teams investigate and contain it.
4 apps, ordered by visits from AppBreakup and how often our research lists each one as an alternative. Open any app to see its alternatives.
All network detection and response (NDR) tools
- Alternatives to Darktrace

AI-based security platform that learns normal behaviour on a network and flags and contains threats.
PaidWeb - Alternatives to Vectra AI

AI-driven threat detection platform covering network, identity and cloud attacks for security teams.
PaidWeb - Alternatives to ExtraHop RevealX

Network detection and response platform built on packet analysis, decryption and forensics.
PaidSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted - Alternatives to Corelight

Network detection and response platform built on open-source Zeek and Suricata.
PaidWeb, Self-hosted
Our picks by need
Best for most people
DarktraceBest for self-hosting
ExtraHop RevealXCommon questions
What are the best network detection and response (NDR) tools?
Based on how often our research lists them as alternatives and visits from AppBreakup, the leading network detection and response (NDR) tools right now are Darktrace, Vectra AI, ExtraHop RevealX and Corelight.
Are there free network detection and response (NDR) tools?
None of the 4 apps we track has a free plan; all are paid, though some offer trials.
Which network detection and response (NDR) tools are open source?
None of the apps in this category is open source.