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Abnormal AIMost similar to Darktrace in what it does, its category and its price.
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IntezerHas a free plan, rated 4.3 out of 5. Darktrace has none.
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CrowdStrikeFrom $5/mo, the lowest starting price here.
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DoppelRated 4.5 out of 5 in our review, against 4.2 for Darktrace.
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At a glance
Green means better than Darktrace, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 DarktraceBaseline | 4.2 | Not listed | No | Pioneered AI-driven threat detection since 2013, now backed by Thoma Bravo after a $5.3B buyout | |
| Abnormal AI | 4.4+0.2 | $1.25/mo | No | Learns your organization's normal behavior to catch what looks abnormal | vs Darktrace |
 HiddenLayer | 4.2Same | Not listed | No | Security platform for defending deployed machine learning models against attack. | vs Darktrace |
| CrowdStrike | 4.6+0.4 | $5/mo | No | Cloud-native endpoint protection platform using AI-driven threat detection to stop breaches in real time. | vs Darktrace |
 Anvilogic | 4.2Same | Not listed | No | AI-assisted SOC platform for detection engineering and threat hunting across multiple SIEM data sources. | vs Darktrace |
| Doppel | 4.5+0.3 | Not listed | No | AI-native platform that detects and takes down phishing sites, fake social accounts, and other social-engineering infrastructure targeting a brand. | vs Darktrace |
 Vectra AI | 4.1−0.1 | Not listed | No | AI-native threat detection and response for hybrid enterprises, built around Attack Signal Intelligence across network, cloud and identity. | vs Darktrace |
 Redcoat AI | 3.8−0.4 | $10/mo | No | Mobile-focused defence against AI-generated phishing and social engineering | vs Darktrace |
| Intezer | 4.3+0.1 | $5/mo | YesDarktrace has none | Analyzes malware by comparing code genetics against known threats to automate SOC alert triage. | vs Darktrace |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Darktrace.
Abnormal AI
4.4$1.25/mo
vs Darktrace+0.2
Learns your organization's normal behavior to catch what looks abnormal.
- Behavioral modeling detects deviations from an organization's normal patterns
- Catches sophisticated attacks signature-based tools miss
- Detects compromised accounts across email and connected applications
Behavioral approach catches novel attacks signature-based tools miss entirely
Per-employee pricing adds up quickly for very large organizations
CrowdStrike
4.6$5/mo
vs Darktrace+0.4
Cloud-native endpoint protection platform using AI-driven threat detection to stop breaches in real time.
- Cloud-native Falcon sensor replacing legacy on-device antivirus signatures
- Machine-learning detection trained on cross-customer threat telemetry
- USB and device control included from the entry-level Falcon Go tier
Cloud-graph detection model improves for every customer as new threats surface anywhere
Falcon Go caps out at 100 devices, forcing a plan change as a business grows
Anvilogic
4.2Not listed
vs DarktraceSame
AI-assisted SOC platform for detection engineering and threat hunting across multiple SIEM data sources.
- AI-assisted detection engineering
- Multi-SIEM support across Splunk, Azure, and Snowflake
- Detection-as-code workflow
Works across existing SIEM and data lake investments without forced migration
Enterprise pricing (reportedly $65K-$159K/year) is out of reach for small teams
Doppel
4.5Not listed
vs Darktrace+0.3
AI-native platform that detects and takes down phishing sites, fake social accounts, and other social-engineering infrastructure targeting a brand.
- Autonomous detection and takedown of phishing infrastructure
- Fake executive and brand impersonation monitoring across social platforms
- Marketplace and app-store fraud detection
Takes autonomous takedown action, not only alerting
No published pricing, so cost is unclear until a sales call
Vectra AI
4.1Not listed
vs Darktrace−0.1
AI-native threat detection and response for hybrid enterprises, built around Attack Signal Intelligence across network, cloud and identity.
- Attack Signal Intelligence behavioural detection across network, cloud and identity
- Detection, investigation and response at machine speed
- Coverage of humans, machines and AI agents
Focuses on signal quality and alert prioritisation rather than more alerts
No published pricing; a demo is the entry
Redcoat AI
3.8$10/mo
vs Darktrace−0.4
Mobile-focused defence against AI-generated phishing and social engineering.
- Detection of AI-generated phishing on mobile channels
- Coverage of SMS, messaging apps and voice attacks
- Simulated attacks that match current threat quality
Covers mobile channels that email security misses
Mobile device monitoring needs a privacy review before rollout
Intezer
4.3$5/mo
vs Darktrace+0.1Free plan
Analyzes malware by comparing code genetics against known threats to automate SOC alert triage.
- Genetic malware analysis comparing code against known threat and software databases
- Automated triage and investigation across endpoint and phishing alert sources
- Free Community tier for individual file and code analysis
Genetic code comparison catches reused attacker code that signature scanning misses
Full enterprise pricing is not published and requires a sales conversation
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Darktrace free?
Darktrace does not list a free plan. Check its pricing page for current plans.
What is the best free alternative to Darktrace?
Intezer is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.3 out of 5).
What is the cheapest alternative to Darktrace?
Among paid plans, Abnormal AI has the lowest starting price (from $1.25/mo). If you need it free, start with Intezer.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.