Our take
What our shortlists say about the one we picked.
- Upwind Cloud Security Platform
Best for: Mid-market cloud-native teams building security into the full SDLC
The trade-off is maturity. Upwind is a newer entrant compared to Wiz, CrowdStrike, or Palo Alto Networks, and the integration ecosystem is thinner. The platform is sized for mid-market and enterprise, and it fits best in cloud-native organizations where the development and security teams are working closely together. If you need deep integrations with a broad set of third-party solutions on day one, validate the integration roadmap before signing a contract.
From Best Cloud Security Solutions for Business, Fall 2026
Reviewed by Nika (Nikoloz) Kokhreidze.
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Cloud-native application protection platform for cloud security lifecycle
Side-by-side comparison
Feature
Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP)
Upwind Cloud Security Platform
Pricing model
Commercial
Commercial
Category
Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform
Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform
Deployment and fit
Deployment type
Hybrid
Cloud
Company size fit
Mid-Market, Enterprise
Mid-Market, Enterprise
Company
Company
Aqua Security Software Ltd.
Upwind
Use cases and capabilities
Runtime Security
Yes
Yes
Supply Chain Security
Yes
No
Kubernetes
No
Yes
Core features
10 features listed
10 features listed
Integrations
24 integrations listed
47 integrations listed
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Which one fits you
Based on what each listing shows: deployment, company size, price and open source.
Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP) fits if you need both cloud and on-premises options.
Upwind Cloud Security Platform fits if you want a cloud product.
Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP) vs Upwind Cloud Security Platform FAQ
Common questions when comparing Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP) vs Upwind Cloud Security Platform for cloud-native application protection platform.
Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP): CNAPP for securing cloud native apps from code to runtime across multi-cloud. Built by Aqua Security Software Ltd.
Upwind Cloud Security Platform: Cloud-native application protection platform for cloud security lifecycle. Built by Upwind.
The table above shows where their features, integrations, deployment and company size fit differ.
Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP) is made by Aqua Security Software Ltd. Upwind Cloud Security Platform is made by Upwind. The vendor behind a product decides its roadmap, support, and longevity, so check each company's profile before you commit.
Often, yes. Aqua Security Aqua Cloud Native App Protection Platform (CNAPP) and Upwind Cloud Security Platform are both Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform products, and both cover Runtime Security. Use the table above to see where features, deployment and company size fit differ.
