PortSwigger Burp Suite DAST is a commercial dynamic application security testing solution by PortSwigger Ltd. Source Defense Platform is a commercial runtime application self-protection solution by Source Defense. Features, integrations, deployment and the company behind each one, side by side.
What our shortlists say about the one we picked.
Best for: Security teams scaling Burp scanning across many apps
It earns a place because it puts a scanner many testers already know into a platform that runs on a schedule or on every pull request across many apps. It suits mid-sized and large security teams that want one place for all their web scans. Ask how much setup each logged-in scan needs, because that work grows with every app you add.
From Best DAST Solutions for Business, Fall 2026
Reviewed by Nika (Nikoloz) Kokhreidze.
An enterprise-scale dynamic application security testing (DAST) platform that provides automated vulnerability scanning and security assessment for web applications.
Client-side security platform protecting against JavaScript-based threats
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Based on what each listing shows: deployment, company size, price and open source.
Source Defense Platform fits if you are a small business.
Common questions when comparing PortSwigger Burp Suite DAST vs Source Defense Platform for dynamic application security testing.
PortSwigger Burp Suite DAST: An enterprise-scale dynamic application security testing (DAST) platform that provides automated vulnerability scanning and security assessment for web applications. Built by PortSwigger Ltd.
Source Defense Platform: Client-side security platform protecting against JavaScript-based threats. Built by Source Defense.
The table above shows where their features, integrations, deployment and company size fit differ.
PortSwigger Burp Suite DAST is made by PortSwigger Ltd. Source Defense Platform is made by Source Defense. The vendor behind a product decides its roadmap, support, and longevity, so check each company's profile before you commit.
In part. PortSwigger Burp Suite DAST and Source Defense Platform are not in the same category on CybersecTools. Both cover Web Security. Use the table above to see where features, deployment and company size fit differ.
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