Chef InSpec
8.0#1 in infrastructure testing toolsFrom $59 a yearFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitChef InSpec vs OpenSCAP
What both publish
| Fact | Chef InSpec | OpenSCAP |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The kitchen-inspec verifier lets users run InSpec profiles through Test Kitchen. | The site lists integrations with Red Hat Satellite 6 (Foreman), Red Hat Satellite 5 (Spacewalk), RH Access Insights, Preupgrade Assistant, and orcharhino. |
| Purpose | Chef InSpec tests and audits applications and infrastructure by comparing their actual state with a desired state expressed in InSpec code. | OpenSCAP is a collection of open source tools for implementing and enforcing the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP) standard. |
Chef InSpec plans
- FreeFree
- TrialFree
- Business$59 a year
- Enterprise$189 a year
- CommercialPriced on request
- Enterprise PlusPriced on request
OpenSCAP plans
- OpenSCAP toolsFree
Pick Chef InSpec if…
It suits teams that need to express compliance or security requirements as code and assess cloud or other infrastructure. The free plan is limited to non-production, personal, non-commercial use.
Pick OpenSCAP if…
OpenSCAP suits government agencies and contractors, businesses, and open-source users seeking tools for compliance checks and vulnerability assessment. It also supports teams that need scheduled scans or customized policies.