Best SAST Tools in 2026
Updated
In short: Semgrep Code is ranked #1 of 26 as of 4 October 2026, ahead of Snyk Open Source and Veracode DAST. The best-ranked option with a free plan is Snyk Open Source. The lowest first paid tier on this page is Kiuwan Code Security at $4.08/mo.
SAST tools analyze source code for security issues, with comparison points spanning code coverage and development workflow. Check analysis targets and supported languages against the code you need to review. IDE support, CI/CD integration and pull request scans help clarify where each tool fits into development work; automated fixes and custom security rules offer additional distinctions. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing provide cost context. Semgrep Code, Snyk Open Source and Veracode DAST are among the entries, as are Kiuwan Code Security, PVS-Studio, Flawfinder, Black Duck Coverity and ZeroPath. Compare the listed coverage and workflow criteria with your team's needs.
26 SAST tools ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
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Questions about this list
Which SAST tool is ranked first on Specifiction?
Semgrep Code is ranked #1 of 26 with a score of 7.6. Snyk Open Source is second and Veracode DAST third.
How many of these have a free plan?
3 of the 25 on this page publish a free plan on their own pricing pages.
Which is the cheapest paid option?
On this page, Kiuwan Code Security has the lowest first paid tier we found: $4.08/mo.
How is this list ranked?
Ranked on what each maker publishes, the fullest spec sheet first: how deeply the product is documented, the platforms it runs on, a free tier or trial to test it, and its standing. Paid placements never change a rank.