Updated May 13, 2026 · Independent Analysis

★ 4.4/5+0.2 vs Prisma Cloud
Only in Lacework
- ✦ Behavioral Analytics (Polygraph)
- ✦ Anomaly Detection
- ✦ Vulnerability Management
1k+ users · est. 2015
Only in Prisma Cloud
- ✦ CIEM
- ✦ Serverless Security
- ✦ IaC Scanning (Checkov)
3k+ users · est. 2018
Feature Matrix
1 differences found across 10 standardized features
Feature
Lacework
Prisma Cloud
Pros & Cons Face-Off
Evaluative strengths and weaknesses — not feature lists
Pros
- +Polygraph behavioral analytics reduces false positive fatigue
- +Strong anomaly detection for dynamic cloud environments
- +Now backed by Fortinet's enterprise distribution
- +Good compliance framework automation
Cons
- −Acquired by Fortinet — product roadmap uncertainty
- −Less brand recognition than Wiz/CrowdStrike
Pros
- +Broadest CNAPP feature set — covers every cloud security use case
- +Deep PANW ecosystem integration
- +Strong WAF and network security integration
- +Checkov open-source IaC scanner drives community adoption
Cons
- −Complex UI due to feature breadth
- −Credit-based licensing difficult to forecast
At a Glance
Starting PriceContactvsContact
Feature Count16 featuresvs16 features
Frequently Asked Questions