42Crunch API Security Platform
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| Fact | 42Crunch API Security Platform | Wallarm API Security |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | Wallarm states that it is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant. |
| Deployment | Enterprise deployment options listed by the maker are cloud, on-premises, and hybrid. | Wallarm supports managed Security Edge deployment and self-hosted deployment options including Kubernetes, cloud VMs, and API gateway connectors. |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Wallarm says it is headquartered in Austin, Texas. |
| Integrations | Documented integrations include CI/CD plugins, IDE extensions, SonarQube and a Postman collection. | The product page lists Splunk, Sumo, QRadar, Jira, PagerDuty, OpsGenie, and Slack for event routing. |
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
Wallarm API Security plans
- Security Edge Free TierFree
- Cloud Native WAAPPriced on request
- WAAP + Advanced 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 Wallarm API Security if…
It suits organizations that need to discover and protect APIs across the listed protocols, including teams with managed or self-hosted deployment needs. The free tier is an option for use within its monthly request and user limits.