Kali Linux vs Metasploit
| Kali Linux | Metasploit | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Windows | Linux, macOS |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment | hybrid | on-prem |
| Web app testing | Yes | Yes |
| Network testing | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile testing | Yes | — |
| Finding management | — | Yes |
| Evidence capture | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Penetration Testing Software. On Specifiction, Kali Linux scores higher on our published basis.