Checkmarx One IaC Security is a commercial static application security testing solution by Checkmarx. AI SAST is a free static application security testing solution by Xygeni. Features, integrations, deployment and the company behind each one, side by side.
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Best for: Teams scanning Terraform and CloudFormation before cloud deployment
The trade-off is scope. This solution is focused on IaC. If you need full application SAST alongside IaC scanning, you need the broader Checkmarx One platform. The Visual Studio and Azure DevOps integrations are solid for Microsoft-centric shops, but teams running on other IDEs or CI systems should verify integration support before committing. It is also worth noting that IaC scanning is increasingly a feature bundled into broader CNAPP and CSPM platforms, so evaluate whether a dedicated IaC scanner or a platform with IaC scanning built in better fits your existing stack.
From Best SAST Solutions for Business, Fall 2026
Reviewed by Nika (Nikoloz) Kokhreidze.
IaC security scanner detecting vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in templates
AI-powered SAST detecting vulnerabilities and malicious code before deploy
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Based on what each listing shows: deployment, company size, price and open source.
Checkmarx One IaC Security fits if you want a cloud product.
AI SAST fits if you need both cloud and on-premises options, you are a startup and you need a free product.
Common questions when comparing Checkmarx One IaC Security vs AI SAST for static application security testing.
Checkmarx One IaC Security: IaC security scanner detecting vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in templates. Built by Checkmarx.
AI SAST: AI-powered SAST detecting vulnerabilities and malicious code before deploy. Built by Xygeni.
The table above shows where their features, integrations, deployment and company size fit differ.
Checkmarx One IaC Security is made by Checkmarx. AI SAST is made by Xygeni. The vendor behind a product decides its roadmap, support, and longevity, so check each company's profile before you commit.
Often, yes. Checkmarx One IaC Security and AI SAST are both Static Application Security Testing products, and both cover DevSecOps, CI/CD. Key differences: Checkmarx One IaC Security is Commercial while AI SAST is Free. Use the table above to see where features, deployment and company size fit differ.
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