Grype
7.4#3 in software composition analysis softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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Tenable Nessus
5.8#17 in vulnerability scanner softwareFrom $4,790 a yearLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Grype | Tenable Nessus |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2016 | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Santa Barbara, California, United States | Columbia, Maryland, United States |
Grype plans
- GrypeFree
- Grype open-source scannerFree
Tenable Nessus plans
- Nessus Professional$4,790 a year
- Nessus ProfessionalPriced on request
- Nessus Expert$6,790 a year
- Nessus ExpertPriced on request
Pick Grype if…
Grype suits developers and teams checking packages, images, filesystems, or SBOMs for known vulnerabilities. Its individual-package scanning is also intended for lightweight checks and compliance reviews of specific dependencies.
Pick Tenable Nessus if…
Nessus suits organizations scanning varied infrastructure, including networks, databases, applications, and SCADA systems. It is relevant to teams needing authenticated or continuous scans and the listed compliance frameworks.