APKX is a free mobile app security solution. Guardsquare App Attestation is a commercial mobile app security solution by Guardsquare. Features, integrations, deployment and the company behind each one, side by side.
What our shortlists say about the one we picked.
Best for: Backends that must reject tampered, hooked, or emulated apps
This is a focused product, cloud-delivered, for SMB through enterprise. It does not test code or monitor fraud; it answers one question very well, which is whether the client talking to you is your real app.
From Best Mobile App Security Solutions for Business, Fall 2026
Reviewed by Nika (Nikoloz) Kokhreidze.
Python wrapper for Android APK decompilation with various converter and decompiler options.
Server-side mobile app attestation verifying app integrity and API access
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Based on what each listing shows: deployment, company size, price and open source.
APKX fits if you need to run it on your own servers, you are a startup, you need a free product and you want an open-source product.
Guardsquare App Attestation fits if you want a cloud product.
Common questions when comparing APKX vs Guardsquare App Attestation for mobile app security.
APKX: Python wrapper for Android APK decompilation with various converter and decompiler options.
Guardsquare App Attestation: Server-side mobile app attestation verifying app integrity and API access. Built by Guardsquare.
The table above shows where their features, integrations, deployment and company size fit differ.
APKX is open-source with 290 GitHub stars. Guardsquare App Attestation is made by Guardsquare. The vendor behind a product decides its roadmap, support, and longevity, so check each company's profile before you commit.
Often, yes. APKX and Guardsquare App Attestation are both Mobile App Security products, and both cover Android Security. Key differences: APKX is Free while Guardsquare App Attestation is Commercial, APKX is open-source. Use the table above to see where features, deployment and company size fit differ.
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