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Detectify alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll penetration testing tools

Top picks

  • Acunetix logo

    Best overall

    Acunetix

    Agentic Pentest plan: $500 max per pentest

  • Intruder logo

    Best free option

    Intruder

    Free plan + paid

  • ZAP logo

    Best open source

    ZAP

    Open source

Common reasons people leave Detectify: per-domain and per-target charges on top of the platform fee, and PCI ASV scanning costs extra. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Detectify, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Acunetix currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Acunetix logoAcunetixPaid$500 max per pentestNoWeb7 of 768.8
2Intruder logoIntruderFree plan + paid—NoWeb6 of 668.8
3Burp Suite logoBurp SuiteFree plan + paid$499 (Burp Suite Professional)NoWindows, macOS, Linux7 of 764.8
4ZAP logoZAPOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 461.8
5Tenable Nessus logoTenable NessusPaid$199/yearNoWindows, macOS, Linux +18 of 859.4
6Invicti logoInvictiPaid$500 max per pentestNoWeb, Self-hosted5 of 557.5
7HackerOne logoHackerOnePaid—NoWeb4 of 450.0
  1. Acunetix logo

    1. AcunetixTop pick

    Best for: Security teams that want automated, low-noise scanning of web apps and APIs

    PaidWeb

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    Dedicated web vulnerability scanner with on-premises and cloud options, for teams that want to own the scanning.

    Pros

    • Proof-based scanning confirms many findings automatically
    • Tests REST, GraphQL and SOAP APIs
    • CI/CD and issue tracker integrations
    • Large check library covering the OWASP Top 10

    Cons

    • Quote-only pricing per target
    • Rebrand to Invicti Web + API makes the product line confusing
    • Automated scanning only; no manual testing proxy
    Visit Acunetix Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Acunetix a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Current name
    Invicti Web + API
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Checks
    7,000+ issues
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API testing
    REST, GraphQL, SOAP
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Customers
    5,000+ companies
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Agentic Pentest plan
    $500 max per pentest
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Web + API plan
    Quote-based
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Proof of Concept licence on request
    Checked Nov 8, 2026acunetix.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Intruder logo

    2. Intruder

    Best for: Small and mid-sized companies that need easy external and cloud scanning for compliance

    Free plan + paidWeb

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    Covers infrastructure and cloud accounts too, with a free plan and monthly billing.

    Pros

    • Free plan and 14-day trial with no sales call
    • Combines several scanning engines with its own checks
    • Clear reports suited to SOC 2 and ISO 27001 evidence
    • Monthly or annual billing

    Cons

    • Internal network scanning only on Pro and Enterprise plans
    • Per-target licences add up for large estates
    • Lighter on internal enterprise networks than Qualys or Tenable
    Visit Intruder Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Intruder a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026intruder.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026intruder.io(opens source in a new tab)
    AI pentests
    From $3,500 per test
    Checked Nov 8, 2026intruder.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Scanning engines
    Nuclei, OpenVAS, Tenable
    Checked Nov 8, 2026intruder.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Internal scanning
    Pro and Enterprise only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026intruder.io(opens source in a new tab)
    AI pentest
    From $3,500 per test
    Checked Nov 8, 2026intruder.io(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Burp Suite logo

    3. Burp Suite

    Best for: Pentesters and bug bounty hunters doing hands-on web application testing

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    The standard toolkit for manual web testing, with an Enterprise edition for scheduled automated scans.

    Pros

    • Industry-standard proxy, Repeater and Intruder workflow
    • Free Community Edition for learning and manual testing
    • Large extension library and free training from PortSwigger

    Cons

    • The scanner and full-speed Intruder require the paid Professional licence
    • Community Edition can't save projects
    • Java-based UI can be heavy on memory during big tests
    Visit Burp Suite Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Burp Suite a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Free edition
    Community Edition
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Pro-only features
    Project files, full Intruder, vulnerability scanner
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Billing
    Yearly licence terms
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    PortSwigger Ltd
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $499 (Burp Suite Professional)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, Community Edition
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Yes (Professional)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026portswigger.net(opens source in a new tab)
  4. ZAP logo

    4. ZAP

    Best for: Developers and AppSec teams who want free automated web scanning, including in CI

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    Free, open-source web app scanner that can run in CI, a no-cost option for automated DAST.

    Pros

    • Free and open source, with the automated scanner included
    • Docker images and automation framework for CI pipelines
    • Add-on marketplace extends it

    Cons

    • Interface is dated and busier than Burp or Caido
    • Windows and Linux builds need Java 17 or newer installed
    • Releases are unsigned, so operating systems show warnings on install
    Visit ZAP Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is ZAP a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free and open source
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zaproxy.org(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Oct 30, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Linux, macOS, Docker
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zaproxy.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Requirements
    Java 17+ on Windows and Linux
    Checked Nov 8, 2026zaproxy.org(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Tenable Nessus logo

    5. Tenable Nessus

    Best for: Pentesters, consultants and IT teams that need trusted point-in-time vulnerability scans

    PaidSelf-hostableWindows, macOS, Linux, Web

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    Broad vulnerability scanning of hosts and networks, for coverage beyond Detectify's web-facing focus.

    Pros

    • Large, frequently updated plugin library
    • Clear severity scoring and remediation guidance
    • Compliance and configuration audits in Professional

    Cons

    • Free licence lasts 30 days and covers only 5 IPs
    • Professional costs thousands per year
    • Cheaper editions are limited to non-commercial use
    Visit Tenable Nessus Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Tenable Nessus a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Free licence
    30 days, up to 5 IPs
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Essentials Plus price
    $199/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Nessus Professional price
    $4,790
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Commercial use
    Professional only
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes (Nessus Essentials)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Essentials Plus plan
    $199 a year (free for verified students)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Nessus Professional plan
    $4,790 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Nessus Expert plan
    $6,790 a year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026tenable.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Invicti logo

    6. Invicti

    Best for: AppSec teams in larger companies that want DAST, SAST and SCA results in one place

    PaidWeb, Self-hosted

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    Enterprise DAST with proof-based scanning that confirms many findings automatically to cut false positives.

    Pros

    • Proof-based DAST that cuts false positives
    • Adds SAST, SCA, secrets and container scanning in higher tiers
    • On-premises and air-gapped deployment available
    • Agentic pentest option with a published price cap

    Cons

    • Main platform pricing is quote-only
    • On-premises deployment only in the top package
    • More platform than small teams need for basic scanning
    Visit Invicti Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Invicti a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Agentic pentest price
    $500 max per pentest
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invicti.com(opens source in a new tab)
    On-premises deployment
    AppSec Flex package
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invicti.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Trial
    Proof-of-concept licences
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invicti.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Capabilities
    DAST, SAST, SCA, API security
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invicti.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    Proof-of-concept licences
    Checked Nov 8, 2026invicti.com(opens source in a new tab)
  7. HackerOne logo

    7. HackerOne

    Best for: Companies that want a large, active researcher community testing their products continuously

    PaidWeb

    50.0

    score / 100

    Why switch from Detectify

    Human researchers test your attack surface continuously instead of automated scans alone.

    Pros

    • Very large and active researcher community
    • Managed triage filters duplicates and invalid reports
    • Private programs with ID-verified or background-checked researchers
    • Bounties, VDP and pentests on one platform

    Cons

    • Quote-only platform fees plus bounty payouts
    • Public programs can bring a flood of low-quality reports
    • More than a small company with few assets needs
    Visit HackerOne Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is HackerOne a good Detectify alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Triage
    In-house analysts
    Checked Nov 8, 2026hackerone.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Vetted researchers
    ID-verified and background-checked options
    Checked Nov 8, 2026hackerone.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Program types
    Private or public
    Checked Nov 8, 2026hackerone.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI assistant
    Hai
    Checked Nov 8, 2026hackerone.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Detectify alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Acunetix logo

Best Detectify alternative for most people

Acunetix

Dedicated web vulnerability scanner with on-premises and cloud options, for teams that want to own the scanning.

ZAP logo

Best Detectify alternative for a free option

ZAP

Free, open-source web app scanner that can run in CI, a no-cost option for automated DAST.

Intruder logo

Best Detectify alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Intruder

Covers infrastructure and cloud accounts too, with a free plan and monthly billing.

ZAP logo

Best Detectify alternative for open source

ZAP

Free, open-source web app scanner that can run in CI, a no-cost option for automated DAST.

Tenable Nessus logo

Best Detectify alternative for self-hosting

Tenable Nessus

Broad vulnerability scanning of hosts and networks, for coverage beyond Detectify's web-facing focus.

Burp Suite logo

Best Detectify alternative for Mac

Burp Suite

The standard toolkit for manual web testing, with an Enterprise edition for scheduled automated scans.

Burp Suite logo

Best Detectify alternative for Windows

Burp Suite

The standard toolkit for manual web testing, with an Enterprise edition for scheduled automated scans.

Burp Suite logo

Best Detectify alternative for Linux

Burp Suite

The standard toolkit for manual web testing, with an Enterprise edition for scheduled automated scans.

Invicti logo

Best Detectify alternative for working in the browser

Invicti

Enterprise DAST with proof-based scanning that confirms many findings automatically to cut false positives.

Detectify alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Detectify?

Acunetix ranks first right now. Dedicated web vulnerability scanner with on-premises and cloud options, for teams that want to own the scanning. Intruder and Burp Suite follow it in our ranking.

Detectify vs Acunetix: what's the difference?

Both Detectify and Acunetix are paid products. Verified prices: Detectify From €2,500 per year (Standard), Acunetix $500 max per pentest. Both run on Web.

Is Detectify free?

Detectify is a paid product. Starter platform fee: €0 per year; Standard plan: From €2,500 per year; PCI ASV scanning: €500 per year add-on; Starting price: From €2,500 per year (Standard). Checked on Detectify's own site, November 2026.

How much do Detectify alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Detectify alternatives: Acunetix, $500 max per pentest; Burp Suite, $499 (Burp Suite Professional); Tenable Nessus, $199/year; Invicti, $500 max per pentest. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Detectify?

Yes. Intruder (free plan + paid), Burp Suite (free plan + paid) and ZAP (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Detectify?

Yes: ZAP.

Which Detectify alternatives work on Linux?

Burp Suite, ZAP and Tenable Nessus run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Detectify?

The complaints we hear most: per-domain and per-target charges on top of the platform fee; PCI ASV scanning costs extra; focused on external assets rather than internal networks.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Detectify, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.