Looking for a Contrast Security Alternative?
VibeEval tests without instrumentation overhead and supports the modern stacks vibe coders use, at a fraction of the price
TL;DR
Contrast Security offers unique instrumented testing but requires agents, has language limitations, and is enterprise-priced. VibeEval provides agentless security testing that works with any stack at startup-friendly pricing. Choose Contrast if you need IAST for Java/.NET enterprise apps. Choose VibeEval if you want comprehensive testing without runtime agents or enterprise costs.
Why Developers Look for Contrast Security Alternatives
Contrast Security (Runtime application security) is a well-known player in application security. However, many developers find themselves searching for alternatives due to common pain points:
Contrast Security vs VibeEval: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Contrast Security | VibeEval |
|---|---|---|
| SAST (Static Analysis) | Runtime-focused SAST via instrumentation | AI-optimized for vibe-coded apps |
| DAST (Dynamic Analysis) | Interactive DAST during runtime | Real-world attack simulation |
| SCA (Dependencies) | Basic software composition analysis | Open-source vulnerability detection |
| API Security | Runtime API security monitoring | Automated API testing for vibe apps |
| AI-Powered Security | AI-assisted runtime analysis | Built for AI-generated code patterns |
| Ease of Use | ★★★☆☆ Requires technical expertise for instrumentation setup | ★★★★★ Intuitive for all developers |
| Pricing | Request quote Enterprise pricing, requires sales contact | $19/month 14-day free trial |
Detailed Comparison
Contrast Security Strengths
- Unique IAST approach (instrumented testing)
- Real-time vulnerability detection
- Low false positive rate
- Good runtime protection
- Continuous security monitoring
Contrast Security Weaknesses
- Requires code instrumentation
- Performance overhead in production
- Complex setup process
- Limited language support
- Enterprise-only pricing
Why VibeEval is Different
- Purpose-built for AI-generated code (Lovable, Cursor, Bolt, Claude Code)
- Multi-user authorization testing (IDOR detection)
- Transparent, affordable pricing for indie developers and startups
- Real-time feedback during development
- No security expertise required
- Supabase RLS policy verification
- Secret leak detection in client-side code
Who Should Make the Switch?
Choose Contrast Security if you:
- -Enterprise teams with Java/.NET apps
- -Organizations needing IAST capabilities
- -Teams wanting runtime protection
- -Mature DevSecOps organizations
Choose VibeEval if you:
- Solo developers and small teams using vibe coding tools
- Startups shipping AI-built MVPs quickly
- Agencies building multiple client projects
- Developers without dedicated security teams
- Projects using Supabase, Firebase, or similar BaaS
Switching from Contrast Security
Migration Difficulty
Time Estimate
2-3 hours
Support
Free migration assistance
What Transfers Easily
- Security policies
- Alert configurations
What Needs Reconfiguration
- -Remove agents
- -Set up external scanning
Ready to Switch?
Start your free 14-day trial today. See why developers are choosing VibeEval for their AI-built applications.