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Open source sqlmap alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

2 of the 5 sqlmap alternatives we track are open source. ZAP and Metasploit rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1ZAP logoZAPOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 464.8
2Metasploit logoMetasploitOpen source—YesLinux, macOS, Windows4 of 461.8
  1. ZAP logo

    1. ZAPTop pick

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

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from sqlmap

    Free, open-source web app scanner with a GUI that covers SQL injection and much more.

    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 ×0.387
    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 ZAP a good sqlmap 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)
  2. Metasploit logo

    2. Metasploit

    Best for: Pentesters and red teams who need a large, maintained library of exploits for known vulnerabilities

    Open sourceLinux, macOS, Windows

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from sqlmap

    Broader exploitation framework for pivoting beyond the web app once you have a foothold.

    Pros

    • Free framework with a very large, regularly updated module library
    • Meterpreter payloads cover Windows, Linux, Android and more
    • Backed by Rapid7, with a commercial Pro edition for teams

    Cons

    • Mainly driven from the command line, with a learning curve
    • GUI, automation and reporting require the paid Pro edition
    • Antivirus tools often flag or quarantine its files on install
    Visit Metasploit 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 Metasploit a good sqlmap alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Owner
    Rapid7 and open-source community
    Checked Nov 8, 2026metasploit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Editions
    Framework (open source), Pro (commercial)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026metasploit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, macOS, Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026docs.metasploit.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Payloads
    Meterpreter for Windows, PHP, Python, Java, Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026metasploit.com(opens source in a new tab)