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Elastic Security alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Elastic Security alternative is CrowdStrike Falcon Go (2.2 GPA).
Elastic Security compared with 3 alternatives: CrowdStrike Falcon Go, Huntress and Rapid7 InsightIDR.
Elastic Security's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. None of the alternatives has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elastic SecurityThis tool | Free trial | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| CrowdStrike Falcon Go | Free trial · from $59.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Huntress | Free trial · from $8.99/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Rapid7 InsightIDR | Paid | No | Web |
How each one differs from Elastic Security
CrowdStrike Falcon Go
Small-business antivirus with USB device control and mobile protection
- CrowdStrike Falcon Go starts at $59.99 per device / year, billed annually ($7.99 per device billed monthly).
- CrowdStrike Falcon Go also lists iOS and Android apps.
- CrowdStrike Falcon Go lists no web app, which Elastic Security has.
- CrowdStrike Falcon Go does not cover workflow automation, which Elastic Security does.
Suits: Small businesses protecting up to 100 computers and phones
Huntress
Managed endpoint detection and response with a 24/7 human SOC
- Huntress starts at $8.99 per endpoint / month (Managed EDR, MSRP).
- Huntress also covers reports.
- Huntress does not cover workflow automation, which Elastic Security does.
Suits: IT providers that resell managed security to small businesses
Rapid7 InsightIDR
Rapid7 SIEM and threat detection, now sold as Incident Command
- Rapid7 InsightIDR lists no Windows, macOS and Linux apps, which Elastic Security has.
- Rapid7 InsightIDR also covers reports.
- Rapid7 InsightIDR does not cover workflow automation, which Elastic Security does.
Suits: Security operations teams replacing a legacy SIEM
Limits worth knowing in Elastic Security
- Serverless pricing has two tiers, Essentials and Complete, billed per GB ingested and retained; the page says as low as $0.09 and $0.11 per GB ingested, with no plan price to list.
- Per-endpoint fees no longer apply as of March 23, 2026; ingest and retention charges still do.
- Advanced endpoint features such as response actions, tamper protection and Device Control are in the Complete tier only.
- This is a platform for a security team, not a consumer antivirus; the cost follows how much data is sent in.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Elastic Security?
The alternatives to Elastic Security in this directory are CrowdStrike Falcon Go, Huntress and Rapid7 InsightIDR. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Elastic Security.
Is there a free alternative to Elastic Security?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. CrowdStrike Falcon Go and Huntress offer a free trial.
Which Elastic Security alternatives work on Android?
The Elastic Security listing does not include an Android app. CrowdStrike Falcon Go lists one.
Which Elastic Security alternatives work on iOS?
The Elastic Security listing does not include an iOS app. CrowdStrike Falcon Go lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.