Apache RAT
6.0#16 in open source license compliance softwareFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hosted
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ScanCode.io
7.0#3 in open source license compliance softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | Apache RAT | ScanCode.io |
|---|---|---|
| Interfaces | RAT 0.18 ships with a command-line client, an Ant task library, and a Maven plugin. | The Web UI capabilities are also available through the command-line interface and REST API. |
| License | Apache Creadur licenses its software to the public under the Apache License, Version 2.0. | The ScanCode.io software is licensed under Apache License 2.0. |
| Purpose | Apache RAT audits software distributions, with a focus on license headers. | ScanCode.io provides a Web UI and API for running and reviewing complex software composition analysis scans in scripted pipelines. |
| Support | The project invites users to contribute patches, report bugs, and talk to the community. | The documentation directs users to file documentation issues for missing or confusing content. |
Apache RAT plans
- Apache RATFree
ScanCode.io plans
- ScanCode.io (Apache-2.0 software)Free
Pick Apache RAT if…
Apache RAT suits teams reviewing software releases for license headers and approved-license issues, especially those using command-line, Ant, or Maven workflows. It is intended for on-premise deployment, and its reports require human interpretation.
Pick ScanCode.io if…
ScanCode.io suits teams automating software composition analysis in CI/CD pipelines or reviewing software packages and containers. It is a fit for users able to run Docker or install it on a Linux server, including those who need an offline deployment.