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OWASP DefectDojo vs OWASP DevGuard

Both stand on vulnerability management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

OWASP DefectDojo

Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

DefectDojo brings scanner findings and remediation workflows together, with a free Community Edition and usage-based paid access. Consider how its per-finding charge and Pro-only integrations and governance features fit your needs.

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OWASP DevGuard

Free plan APILinuxMac+3

DevGuard brings vulnerability scanning, risk prioritization, SBOM and VEX workflows, and issue synchronization into one platform. The free plan is limited to eligible public projects, while its listed SaaS plan starts at €449.10 a month under an annual contract.

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The facts

OWASP DefectDojoOWASP DevGuard
Free planYesYes
Open sourceYesNot published
Runs onAPI, Linux, Self-hosted, WebAPI, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planSee the plansSaaS: €449.10 a month
Plans published53
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitedefectdojo.comowasp.github.io
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OWASP DefectDojo: what it does well

  • Integrates with 500+ security tools
  • Deduplicates findings and supports remediation
  • Community Edition includes bidirectional Jira
  • Can be self-hosted or air-gapped
  • Exports data through a documented REST API

What to know first

  • Pay As You Go adds $0.15 per finding
  • Sensei AI is billed per use
  • Community support is via OWASP Slack and GitHub
  • Pro Reachability is labeled beta

OWASP DevGuard: what it does well

  • Scans code, dependencies, containers, and infrastructure-as-code.
  • Prioritizes risks using CVSS-BE, EPSS, and component depth.
  • Supports live SBOM and VEX endpoints.
  • Synchronizes issues with GitHub, GitLab, and Jira.
  • Includes a free plan for qualifying public projects.

What to know first

  • Free plan is limited to qualifying public projects.
  • SaaS starts at €449.10 a month.
  • SaaS requires a one-year contract, paid yearly.

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