IBM QRadar vs Microsoft Sentinel
SIEM pricing comparison · 2026
IBM QRadar pricing ranges from $5000–$250000/annual enterprise, while Microsoft Sentinel ranges from $2.46–$5.2/GB ingested. Microsoft Sentinel is typically 100% more affordable, though your actual cost depends on tier and team size.
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IBM QRadar and Microsoft Sentinel both operate in the siem category. This page compares their list pricing.
Plan-by-Plan Pricing
| Plan | IBM QRadar | Microsoft Sentinel |
|---|---|---|
| Events per Second (EPS) Model | Custom | $5.20 /per GB ingested |
| Flows per Minute (FPM) Model | Custom | $2.96 /per GB with commitment |
| Managed Virtual Servers (MVS) | Custom | $2.46 /per GB with high-volume commitment |
| Enterprise Deployment | Custom | — |
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
Microsoft Sentinel
3 scenariosFirst month free, then $1,560/month ($5.20/GB × 10 GB × 30 days) PAYG
Small Business (10 GB/day)
$8,880/month ($2.96/GB × 100 GB × 30 days)
Mid-Size Enterprise (100 GB/day commitment)
with 43% savings vs PAYG
$36,900/month ($2.46/GB × 500 GB × 30 days)
Large Enterprise (500 GB/day commitment)
with 52% savings plus TAM support