Head-to-head · Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software
Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention vs Zscaler Cloud IPS
Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention leads on 0 checks, Zscaler Cloud IPS on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scorePalo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention · 9.1/10
- Most featuresPalo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention · 4 of 4
Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention scores higher on our rubric for intrusion detection and prevention software: 9.1 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #9.
On deployment model, Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention gives you Hybrid where Zscaler Cloud IPS offers Cloud. On network scope, Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention gives you Multi-scope where Zscaler Cloud IPS offers Network.
Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention is the better fit for advanced zero-day and exploit prevention. Zscaler Cloud IPS is the better fit for cloud IPS for distributed user traffic.
- Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention fits best
Advanced zero-day and exploit prevention
- Zscaler Cloud IPS fits best
Cloud IPS for distributed user traffic
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Side by side
| Feature | Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | Zscaler Cloud IPS 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #2 in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software | #9 in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software |
| Best for | Advanced zero-day and exploit prevention | Cloud IPS for distributed user traffic |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $0.009/GB usage-based | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted | Cloud |
| Support | Community, Docs | Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 9 integrations | 200+ integrations |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Enterprise |
| Features Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention 4/4 · Zscaler Cloud IPS 3/4 | ||
| Inline blocking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Encrypted traffic inspection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cloud workload support | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Threat intelligence | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Deployment model | Hybrid | Cloud |
| Network scope | Multi-scope | Network |
| Supported platforms | Cloud | Cloud |
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| Our verdict | Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention is an intrusion prevention subscription for Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls and Prisma Access. It is aimed at mid-market and enterprise teams that need inline blocking across cloud… Read the review → |
Zscaler Cloud IPS is a cloud-delivered intrusion prevention service for organizations that need traffic inspection and threat prevention across distributed users, applications, and internet connections. It filters traffic through Zscaler’s… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention — where it wins
- Inline deep-learning detection and blocking of zero-day exploits
- Cloud analysis, custom signatures and C2 prevention
- Supports NGFW, Prisma Access, VM-Series and CN-Series
Where it doesn't
- Paid product with no free plan
- Usage-based pricing requires traffic and usage planning
- Listed integrations center on the Palo Alto ecosystem
Zscaler Cloud IPS — where it wins
- Always-on protection regardless of user location or connection type
- Inline anomaly detection with signature- and policy-based enforcement
- SIEM, SOAR, and XDR integrations support security operations workflows
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting sales rather than showing numerical prices
- The listed platform is web only
- 24/7 support is limited to selected support offerings
- Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention9.1/10 · Paid
A strong fit for Palo Alto environments needing inline zero-day and exploit prevention.
Visit Palo AltoFull verdict → - Zscaler Cloud IPS8.2/10 · Pricing on request
A cloud IPS for distributed users with inline detection, TLS inspection, and security integrations.
Visit ZscalerFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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