G2 Vendor Directory

Core Impact vs. Metasploit

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricCore Impact

by Fortra

Metasploit

by Rapid7

Overall rating4.14.6
Review count3055
Ease of use8.38.3
Ease of setup7.88.1
Quality of support8.98.5
Meets requirements8.39.1
NPS44.82758671.698113
Small Business36.7%47.3%
Mid-Market30.0%40.0%
Enterprise33.3%12.7%
Total page views308431
Total LLM citations9981,833

Core Impact

Core Impact is an easy-to-use penetration testing tool with commercially developed and tested exploits that enables security teams to exploit security weaknesses, increase productivity, and improve efficiencies. With guided automation and certified exploits , this powerful penetration testing software enables you to safely test your environment using the same techniques as today's attackers. Core Impact gives you visibility into the effectiveness of your defenses and reveals where your most pressing risks exist in your environment.

Pros

    Metasploit

    Metasploit is a comprehensive penetration testing platform developed by Rapid7, designed to help security professionals identify, exploit, and validate vulnerabilities within their networks. By simulating real-world attacks, Metasploit enables organizations to assess their security posture and enhance their defenses against potential threats. Key Features and Functionality: - Extensive Exploit Library: Access to a vast, regularly updated database of over 1,500 exploits and 3,300 modules, allowing users to simulate a wide range of attack scenarios.

    Pros

    • Pentesting Efficiency
    • Expertise