42Crunch API Security Platform
7.9#1 in api security softwareFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPIExtensionLinux
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AquilaX API Security Scanner
6.7#6 in api security testing softwareFrom $19 a monthFree planWebAPIExtensionSelf-hosted
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| Fact | 42Crunch API Security Platform | AquilaX API Security Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| API formats | The platform supports OpenAPI 2, 3.0 and 3.1 definitions in JSON or YAML. | Supported inputs include OpenAPI 3.x, Swagger 2.0, GraphQL schemas, gRPC/Protobuf, Postman collections, discovered URLs, REST APIs, and webhook endpoints. |
| API testing | Its API security testing uses static and dynamic tests generated from OpenAPI definitions and maps findings to the OWASP API Security Top 10. | AquilaX combines OpenAPI/Swagger specification analysis with active runtime probing to detect BOLA, broken authentication, mass assignment, excessive data exposure, and rate-limiting gaps. |
| Deployment | Enterprise deployment options listed by the maker are cloud, on-premises, and hybrid. | On-premises deployment supports Docker and Docker Compose, air-gapped environments, Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or RHEL 9, and full data sovereignty. |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Integrations | Documented integrations include CI/CD plugins, IDE extensions, SonarQube and a Postman collection. | AquilaX lists more than 50 integrations, including GitHub, GitLab, Jira, Slack, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, and REST API access. |
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
AquilaX API Security Scanner plans
- FreeFree
- Premium$19 a month
- Ultimate$99 a month
- Enterprise & Custom DeploymentsPriced 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 AquilaX API Security Scanner if…
It suits teams that need to assess API security across common specification formats and running endpoints. Teams seeking an on-premises or air-gapped deployment can consider its self-hosted options.