Cairn
6.0#18 in penetration testing softwareFrom $99 a monthWebSelf-hosted
VisitCairn vs OWASP ZAP
What both publish
| Fact | Cairn | OWASP ZAP |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | Cairn describes its platform as built for offensive security teams and penetration testing firms. | ZAP says it is designed for developers, testers new to security testing, and security testing specialists. |
| Deployment | Cairn is offered as hosted multi-tenant SaaS or self-hosted using Docker, Kubernetes, or bare metal, with an air-gapped option. | ZAP publishes Docker images, including a bare image described as minimal and ideal for CI. |
| Purpose | Cairn combines pentest scoping, statements of work, reporting, and a client portal in one platform. | ZAP is a web application scanner and proxy for security testing. |
Cairn plans
- Starter$99 a month
- Team$149 a month
- Business$249 a month
- On-prem & air-gapped$30,000 a year
OWASP ZAP plans
- Free / open sourceFree
- ZAPFree
Pick Cairn if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick OWASP ZAP if…
ZAP is intended for developers, testers new to security testing, and security testing specialists. Its automation and Docker options also suit teams incorporating scans into CI workflows.