Binary Ninja vs Cutter

Binary Ninja is a binary analysis platform that combines an interactive decompiler, disassembler, and debugger. Its decompiler can produce C or BNIL for supported architectures, and users can switch between those outputs. The API provides C++, Python, and Rust bindings for automating workflows inside or outside the interface. A native debugger supports local and remote sessions on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Paid editions support plugins managed through an in-client Plugin Manager; plugins are not available in the Free edition. The browser-based Cloud version supports all architectures but requires submitted binaries and has performance limits, with no API or plugins. The free desktop edition is for evaluation or non-commercial use and lacks API access; the Free plan lists five decompilation architectures, while desktop details state four. Paid perpetual client licenses start at $199, paid once for Personal, with one year of updates and non-commercial use. Higher tiers add commercial use, more architectures, or remote project features. Binary Ninja is made by Vector 35.

Cutter is a free, open-source reverse-engineering platform for Linux, macOS, and Windows. Its Qt and C++ interface is powered by Rizin, and releases integrate the native Ghidra decompiler without Java. Other decompiler plugin options include RetDec and JSDec; Cutter developers officially maintain RzGhidra. For navigation, it provides a full graph view and a mini-graph, while its hex view can display and modify files. A Python scripting engine supports task automation, and plugins can be written in C++ or Python. Cutter also includes emulation for automation, cryptographic algorithms, and malware analysis. Its native and remote debugger supports dynamic analysis and is marked beta. Supported architectures include 6502, ARM, AVR, Dalvik, Game Boy, Java bytecode, and many others. Cutter is licensed under GPLv3, with official downloads for all three listed operating systems. Developer and community contact options include Telegram, IRC, and Twitter.