Six dimensions that matter most when choosing between AI-powered and manual security audits.
| Dimension | SpectraAI (AI-Powered) | Manual Security Audit |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Minutes — AI assessment completes in under 10 minutes | Weeks — typical engagements take 2-4 weeks end to end |
| Cost | A fraction — assessments from ₹15,000 | Expensive — ₹2-10 lakh per engagement, plus remediation billed separately |
| Consistency | Same every time — deterministic checks across all 26 modules, no human variability | Varies by auditor — quality depends on individual expertise and attention |
| Coverage | 26 specialised modules — infrastructure, ransomware, SEBI, RBI, IAM, AD, email, database, DPDP, and more | Limited — typically 1-3 verticals (infra, web, network) per engagement |
| Continuous Monitoring | 24/7 — SpectraAgent monitors, detects, and auto-heals around the clock | Point-in-time — annual or quarterly snapshot with no coverage between audits |
| Compliance Mapping | Auto-mapped to SEBI CSCRF, RBI IT Framework, CERT-In, and DPDP Act | Separate mapping effort — compliance alignment is manual and often billed extra |
For complex adversarial penetration testing on high-value targets, experienced human testers bring creativity that AI cannot fully replicate today. The smart approach: use SpectraAI for continuous assessment and monitoring across your entire infrastructure, and engage manual pentesters annually for deep-dive testing on your most critical assets. You get the best of both worlds at a fraction of the all-manual cost.