IBM QRadar vs Elastic Security
SIEM pricing comparison · 2026
IBM QRadar pricing ranges from $5000–$250000/annual enterprise, while Elastic Security ranges from $95–$175/month per resource. Elastic Security is typically 100% more affordable, though your actual cost depends on tier and team size.
IBM QRadar
IBM QRadar is an enterprise-grade SIEM platform trusted by government agencies and Fortune
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Elastic Security
Elastic Security pricing ranges from $95 to $175/month per resource as of March 2026.
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Estimated license cost
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Gold
$33K/yr
year 1 license · $109/seat
What buyers actually pay
median, annual
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Median annual
$690/yr
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Sources & confidence
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Where this data comes from
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Sources
9 sourced facts
8 hidden-cost · 1 review platform
Last verified
3w ago
Confidence
High confidence
Sources
4 sourced facts
2 hidden-cost · Vendr median · 1 review platform
Last verified
3w ago
Confidence
High confidence
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IBM QRadar and Elastic Security both operate in the siem category. This page compares their list pricing.
Plan-by-Plan Pricing
| Plan | IBM QRadar | Elastic Security |
|---|---|---|
| Events per Second (EPS) Model | Custom | $95 /per month |
| Flows per Minute (FPM) Model | Custom | $109 /per month |
| Managed Virtual Servers (MVS) | Custom | $125 /per month |
| Enterprise Deployment | Custom | $175 /per month |
Cost at Scale
Total cost of ownership — licenses, implementation, and hidden costs included.
IBM QRadar
3 scenarios$15,000
Small Enterprise (500 EPS)
$30,000/year for licensing + $25,000-$50,000 implementation
$75,000
Mid-Size Enterprise (5,000 EPS or 100 MVS)
$150,000/year for licensing + $75,000-$150,000 implementation and services
$250,000
Large Global Enterprise (Custom)
$500,000+/year with TAM, professional services, and premium support
Elastic Security
4 scenarios$95/month
Startup Security (Standard tier)
per resource for Standard tier with basic security features
$375/month ($125 × 3 resources)
Mid-Size SOC (Platinum tier, 3 resources)
for Platinum tier with EDR and threat hunting
$1,750
Enterprise Security (Enterprise tier, 10+ resources)
+/month ($175 × 10+ resources) with dedicated support and SLA guarantees