PacketWatch
PacketWatch is network threat hunting software that uses deep packet analysis to help locate and contain threats before they trigger alerts.
What PacketWatch is
PacketWatch is network threat hunting software that uses deep packet analysis to help locate and contain threats before they trigger alerts. Passive collectors capture full packets, while its cloud platform analyzes packet metadata; the company says high-fidelity data is stored locally. Machine learning and artificial intelligence analytics identify anomalies and create hunt leads, including Command and Control detections. Investigators can filter and replay network activity retrospectively, build nested rules, and export PCAP captures as forensic evidence. Virtual collectors can capture cloud traffic, with AWS and Azure named as environments for hunting. PacketWatch presents use cases including persistent threats, insider threats, data exfiltration, and activity involving IoT, OT, and legacy devices. It describes integrations with CrowdStrike Falcon for endpoint telemetry and threat containment, and Validin for threat intelligence and DNS context. The SaaS platform is offered as Fully Managed, Co-Managed, and Self-Managed packages. Pricing is available on request, and there is a 30-day trial but no free plan.
Good
- Captures full packets and supports retrospective replay.
- Exports PCAP captures as forensic evidence.
- Includes CrowdStrike Falcon and Validin integrations.
- Virtual collectors can capture AWS and Azure traffic.
- A 30-day trial is available.
Watch out
- No free plan is offered.
- Package prices are available only on request.
- The service is presented as a cloud-based SaaS platform.
Who it suits
PacketWatch is aimed at threat hunters and security teams investigating network activity, including in AWS or Azure environments. Its managed packages may suit organizations seeking analyst support, while Self-Managed is listed for self-service deployment.
Verdict
PacketWatch combines packet capture, retrospective investigation, and hunt-lead analytics in a SaaS offering with managed and self-managed packages. Buyers need to request pricing, and there is no free plan.
Plans and prices
From PacketWatch's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Co-Managed | Priced on request | SaaS platform access with coaching · Collaborative threat hunting · Dedicated security analyst · Onboarding and advanced training · Priority support |
| Fully Managed | Priced on request | SaaS platform access · Fully managed threat hunting · Dedicated security analyst · 24/7 monitoring and response · Bi-weekly meetings and quarterly executive reviews |
| Self-Managed | Priced on request | Complete SaaS platform access · Self-service deployment · Standard documentation · Basic training · Premium services available |
The facts
Each one read from PacketWatch's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Cloud environments
- PacketWatch says virtual collectors can capture cloud network traffic and names AWS and Azure as cloud environments where customers can hunt.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Compliance visibility
- PacketWatch says its network visibility can help verify requirements associated with NIST CSF, HIPAA, CMMC, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and NERC-CIP.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- The company describes its offering as a SaaS platform and lists self-service deployment under the Self-Managed package.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- PacketWatch describes CrowdStrike Falcon integration for endpoint telemetry and threat containment, and Validin integration for threat intelligence and DNS context.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The company describes the platform as built by threat hunters for threat hunters and says it can complement or replace traditional SOC, SIEM, MSSP, and MDR solutions.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Investigation
- Users can filter and replay network activity retrospectively, build nested rules, and export packet captures as forensic evidence.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Packet capture
- Passive collectors capture full network packets, while the cloud platform analyzes packet metadata and the page says high-fidelity data is stored locally.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Pricing availability
- The site presents three solution packages and directs visitors to request a quote; it does not state package prices on the page.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Product
- PacketWatch is network threat hunting software that uses deep packet analysis to help find and contain threats before they trigger alerts.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Service support
- The managed packages include a dedicated security analyst; the fully managed package lists 24/7 monitoring and response, while co-managed lists priority support.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Threat analysis
- The platform uses machine learning and artificial intelligence analytics to identify anomalies and generate hunt leads, including Command and Control detections.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Use cases
- The product is presented for finding persistent threats, Command and Control activity, insider threats, data exfiltration, and activity on IoT, OT, and legacy devices.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Headquarters
- Scottsdale, Arizona, United Stateschecked 28 Sep 2026
- Maker
- The about page identifies PacketWatch as headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona; its footer says PacketWatch is a trademark of WGM Associates LLC.checked 7 Oct 2026
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