42Crunch API Security Platform
7.9#1 in api security softwareFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
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Akto API Security Platform
6.0#14 in api security softwareWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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| Fact | 42Crunch API Security Platform | Akto API Security Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance | The platform maps MCP security findings to NIST AI RMF, OWASP MCP Top 10, EU AI Act, ISO/IEC 42001, and CSA AICM controls. | Akto's platform page displays GDPR, ISO, SOC 2, and HIPAA compliance badges. |
| Deployment | Enterprise deployment options listed by the maker are cloud, on-premises, and hybrid. | Akto says it can be deployed in public cloud or on-premise environments. |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Integrations | Documented integrations include CI/CD plugins, IDE extensions, SonarQube and a Postman collection. | Traffic sources include Kubernetes, API gateways, AWS and GCP services, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Burp Suite, Postman, and OpenAPI. |
| Purpose | 42Crunch provides API security testing and runtime protection and extends its contract-driven governance to MCP servers used by AI agents. | Akto helps security teams discover, test, and monitor APIs using real traffic and dynamic analysis. |
42Crunch API Security Platform plans
- StarterFree
- FreeFree
- Individual$9 a month
- Individual Pro$20 a month
- Team 10$349 a month
- Team 25$599 a month
Akto API Security Platform plans
- Akto API SecurityPriced on request
Pick 42Crunch API Security Platform if…
It suits teams securing APIs through OpenAPI-based testing and runtime traffic controls, as well as organizations governing MCP servers used by AI agents. Enterprise teams can choose cloud, on-premises, or hybrid deployment.
Pick Akto API Security Platform if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.