OWASP ZAP
7.6#1 in web application security scannersFree planFree planAPIExtensionLinuxmacOS
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Safeguard DAST
5.8#15 in dynamic application security testing softwareWebSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | OWASP ZAP | Safeguard DAST |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | Authentication features include browser-based, script-based, header-based and OAuth2 methods through the Authentication Helper add-on. | Supported authenticated flows include form auth, OAuth 2.0 with refresh, JWT bearer, session cookies, SAML, and mutual TLS. |
| Deployment | ZAP publishes Docker images, including a bare image described as minimal and ideal for CI. | Internal-network and on-prem scanning is supported through a self-hosted scanner pod with mTLS to the control plane. |
| Founded | 2010 | 2026 |
| Purpose | ZAP is a web application scanner and proxy for security testing. | Safeguard DAST dynamically tests running applications and reports attack surface coverage alongside findings. |
OWASP ZAP plans
- Free / open sourceFree
- ZAPFree
Safeguard DAST plans
No prices published.
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.
Pick Safeguard DAST if…
Safeguard DAST suits development and security teams seeking application scanning, API testing, or infrastructure configuration analysis. Its CI/CD, pull request, and IDE integrations may suit teams incorporating security checks into development workflows.