IBM QRadar vs Splunk Enterprise Security
SIEM pricing comparison · 2026
IBM QRadar pricing ranges from $5000–$250000/annual enterprise, while Splunk Enterprise Security ranges from $1800–$5750/GB/day. Splunk Enterprise Security is typically 95% more affordable, though your actual cost depends on tier and team size.
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IBM QRadar and Splunk Enterprise Security both operate in the siem category. This page compares their list pricing.
Plan-by-Plan Pricing
| Plan | IBM QRadar | Splunk Enterprise Security |
|---|---|---|
| Events per Second (EPS) Model | Custom | $1.8K /per GB/day/year |
| Flows per Minute (FPM) Model | Custom | $5.8K /annual subscription |
| Managed Virtual Servers (MVS) | Custom | Custom |
| 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
Splunk Enterprise Security
4 scenarios$21,600/year ($1,800/month)
Small Security Team (10 GB/day)
licensing + $15K-$30K implementation
$69,000/year
Mid-Size SOC (100 GB/day)
licensing + $50K-$100K implementation + ongoing infrastructure
Custom pricing — typically $200K-$500K+ annually with dedicated TAM and premium support
Enterprise SOC (500+ GB/day)