Checkmarx built its platform in an era before AI-native security. The result: slow scans, high false positive rates, complex deployments, and pricing that requires a procurement process. AquilaX was built from the ground up for modern DevSecOps teams.
Application security has evolved. Has your tool?
| Capability | AquilaX | Checkmarx |
|---|---|---|
| SAST β Static Code Analysis | β AI-powered, self-learning | β Mature, enterprise-grade |
| SCA β Dependency Scanning | β 40+ package managers | β Checkmarx SCA (separate) |
| DAST β Dynamic Testing | β Built-in, no extra cost | β οΈ DAST 360 (additional product) |
| Secrets Detection | β 300+ secret patterns | β οΈ Basic secrets detection |
| PII Detection | β GDPR/CCPA-aware AI | β Not a focus |
| Container Security | β Image + runtime | β οΈ SCA covers some containers |
| IaC Security | β Full IaC coverage | β οΈ KICS (acquired product) |
| API Security Testing | β OWASP API Top 10 | β οΈ Limited DAST 360 |
| Malware Detection | β Unique capability | β οΈ Not confirmed available |
| AI Code Scanning (Vibe) | β Dedicated scanner | β οΈ Not confirmed available |
| Compliance Reports | β SOC2, PCI, HIPAA, ISO | β Available |
| Self-Learning AI | β Per-organization model | β Rules + AI assistants |
| False Positive Rate | β Near-zero (AI filtered) | β Industry-high FP rates |
| Scan Speed | β Minutes per repo | β Often hours for large codebases |
| On-Premises Option | β Full support | β Primary deployment |
| Setup Complexity | β Minutes (self-service) | β Weeks with professional services |
| Pricing Transparency | β Published on website | β Enterprise sales required |
| Free Tier | β Unlimited repos, free | β No free tier |
AquilaX gives you Checkmarx-level coverage with 32 scanners, plus AI capabilities Checkmarx doesn't have β at a fraction of the cost and complexity. Start free today.
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