Ghidra
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VisitGhidra vs JD-GUI
What both publish
| Fact | Ghidra | JD-GUI |
|---|---|---|
| License | The repository includes the Apache License, Version 2.0, which grants no-charge, royalty-free copyright and patent licenses subject to its terms. | JD-GUI is an open-source project released under the GPLv3 License. |
| Purpose | Ghidra is a software reverse engineering framework maintained by the NSA Research Directorate. | JD-GUI displays reconstructed Java source code from .class files and lets users browse methods and fields. |
Ghidra plans
- GhidraFree
JD-GUI plans
- JD-GUIFree
Pick Ghidra if…
Ghidra suits people analyzing compiled software who need disassembly, decompilation, scripting, or automated workflows. Its extension options may also fit users developing analysis tools in Java or Python.
Pick JD-GUI if…
JD-GUI suits Java developers who need to inspect compiled code, explore classes, or investigate stack traces. It is available across Linux, macOS, and Windows.