42Crunch API Security Platform
7.9#1 in api security softwareFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
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APIDynamics
5.7#16 in api security softwareWebAPISelf-hosted
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| Fact | 42Crunch API Security Platform | APIDynamics |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | The product page describes exportable logs for SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI, and ISO 27001 compliance. |
| Deployment | Enterprise deployment options listed by the maker are cloud, on-premises, and hybrid. | The maker says APIDynamics can operate as a reverse proxy or plugin in a gateway or service mesh, with requests passed, challenged, or blocked by real-time policy. |
| Integrations | Documented integrations include CI/CD plugins, IDE extensions, SonarQube and a Postman collection. | Named gateway and mesh integrations include Envoy, Istio, Kong, Apigee, NGINX, AWS API Gateway, and Azure API Management. |
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
APIDynamics plans
No prices published.
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 APIDynamics if…
It suits developers, security and platform teams, and organizations in fintech, healthcare, or AI workflows that need API discovery and runtime protection. Its hybrid deployment and integrations may fit teams working across gateways, clouds, or service meshes.