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Cortex Cloud Detection and Response vs Sweet Security
Both stand on cloud detection and response software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Web
Visit Cortex Cloud Detection and Response 
Paid LinuxSelf-hostedWeb
Sweet combines runtime cloud protection with controls for AI agents and cloud posture management. Teams evaluating it will need to request pricing and a demo.
Visit Sweet SecurityThe facts
| Cortex Cloud Detection and Response | Sweet Security | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | paloaltonetworks.com | sweet.security |
| On cloud detection and response software | #18 of 25 | #14 of 25 |
Cortex Cloud Detection and Response: what it does well
Sweet Security: what it does well
- Combines cloud, application, and workload detection and protection.
- AI Gateway analyzes agent traffic and supports policy controls.
- Automated checks cover industry and custom frameworks.
- Lists AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and private cloud support.
What to know first
- Pricing is available on request.
- Deployment is agent-based.
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