Codebashing vs Veracode Security Labs comparison

Checkmarx and Veracode are both solutions in the Application Security Training category. Checkmarx is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.5, while Veracode is ranked #2. Checkmarx holds a 34.0% mindshare in ASTS, compared to Veracode’s 17.2% mindshare. Additionally, 85% of Checkmarx users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Veracode users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between Codebashing and Veracode Security Labs based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Application Security Training solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Codebashing

Ranking in Application Security Training

1st

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Veracode Security Labs

Ranking in Application Security Training

2nd

Average Rating

8.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2025, in the Application Security Training category, the mindshare of Codebashing is 34.0%, down from 35.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Veracode Security Labs is 17.2%, down from 24.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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AnanyaRoy

Risk Analyst at Deloitte

An easy-to-use tool to identify false positives or flag any medium to high-risk outcomes

The tool can be a little more intuitive for the end users. It isn't a very friendly tool for beginners. In our company, we have to take training courses to learn how to use the platform. Introducing automation and making the tool a little more intuitive for businesses might be helpful. In our company, we need to take care of the tool's regular updates since, often, the solution may be down. My company has a business administration unit team that is responsible for the updation of tools we use, and their processes can take a day or two to be completed, because of which we may lose out on some time when we may have required the tool to do a complete scan. It would be helpful if the update process can be made faster. If I make use of the integration capabilities of Codebashing, then the plug-ins won't work as smoothly as it does in the application itself. Maybe the solution's plug-ins can be improved.

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Darshan Makhecha

Sr Sales Engineer at a manufacturing company with 10,001+ employees

We are more productive because we work smarter and optimize the reporting pathway

The solution provides guidance on how to fix vulnerabilities. Veracode has robust reporting and data analytics. I manage key accounts, and data analysis is essential for anyone in a critical sales role. Veracode gives us a comprehensive analysis and reporting structure. When we input data from different teams, we have different criteria for analysis, like performance over time and performance versus target benchmarks. The reporting works well for these key performance indicators. Veracode developers have maintained an end-to-end security approach. The platform is highly secure. Users can secure their data and access it at any time based on their requirements. It makes data analysis easier and more user-friendly. Security Labs has an excellent mechanism for reducing the errors introduced into the system. It also acts as a resistant wall that blocks viruses and rapidly fixes the vulnerable components. It works optimally for my current use. In terms of compliance and governing regulations, this solution works well. It complies with all government norms and global IT documentation. Productivity has slowly improved because the Static Analytic tool helps me save time. In the end, we are more productive because we work smarter and optimize the reporting pathway. Veracode also integrates with our development tools, which is helpful because our IT team is incorporating other functions in their backend. This solution is a firewall for the workflows. It filters your data, and it will block any kind of threat or malware. A warning pops up, and it says you need to take care of the issue. It has raised developer confidence by mitigating risks. It limits access to specific users at a given time. It's a good tool in terms of secure access.

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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"From an academic point of view, Codebashing is a very good product because it is based on gamification. This is especially true if you don't have any idea about secure code training. It is one of the best tools in the world to learn secure coding. The product explains very well how vulnerabilities can be found and how programmers can develop securely."

"There are lots of great plugins available."

"The platform is simple, easy to use, and easy to learn."

"The most important aspect of Codebashing, in my opinion, is the gamification advantage. When compared to competitors' offerings, the most significant thing to emphasize is gamification. The rest is similar to the competitors."

"This solution has an interactive approach that allows you to quickly receive basic knowledge about vulnerabilities and how they should be fixed."

"According to the feedback, it's an easy-to-use application tool."

"The most valuable feature is the integration with WhiteSource, which allows for open-source scanning."

"The most valuable feature is that you get the security from the design of the training. It ensures our developers write code securely and effectively. They will not write code that is vulnerable to hackers."

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"The deployment didn't take that long."

"The hands-on training has helped us to tackle modern threats by coding with vulnerabilities in mind from the beginning of a project. It has improved our process overall, and the number of vulnerabilities has been reduced."

"It provides a complete review of vulnerabilities & possible fixes for OWASP Top 10 in one place."

"Our developers are more security-aware and are writing better code. The e-learning option allows our developers to dig deeper into the security issues. Topics such as sanitizing input, carefully configured logging output, and other typical sources of vulnerabilities."

"I like the end-to-end learning experience. That also includes SAST. It has a low false positive rate."

"The features are so extensive, which is why they are ahead of the game, and the reason I continue to use this solution."

"The coding challenges were well put together and I was happy to see some of the challenges even had a built-in web browser."

"Veracode Security Labs is very good for providing examples of code vulnerabilities in a developer’s chosen language. This is important because if a flaw is found, then they provide me with a few examples of how to implement it. I don't need to go to Google and try to figure it out myself. They already provide me with some good quality examples that I can use to implement the fix."

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Cons

"From my perspective, Codebashing might use some enhancement. Clients should be able to handle their tests directly according to their needs. That aspect of Codebashing is currently inflexible. Customers would wish to sign, compile, or manage their tests in accordance with their requirements. It is just not possible."

"The solution should make the configuration more simple. Sometimes the configuration is complex."

"It would be helpful if the solution included tests or exams that would allow you to study, for example, all Java vulnerabilities, and then afterward test your knowledge."

"This solution could be improved by offering an increased number of quizzes after each module. The GUI for this solution could also be updated to be more modern."

"This solution is available for Windows only and does not have a Linux distribution."

"It isn't a very friendly tool for beginners. In our company, we have to take training courses to learn how to use the platform."

"I believe that certificates should be issued to users so that they can be used as proof of having completed that training. The certificate is currently not being used for any competence validation outside of the chance environment."

"The user interface could be updated and refreshed. It has the appearance of being very basic."

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"Developers frequently complain to me about the user interface and the difficulty in navigating the web site."

"There could be better integration between the API and the pipeline systems."

"Veracode Security Labs should cover more than only the OWASP Top 10."

"Its ability to handle more types of files and making it work better with databasing and other API could be improved."

"There are two parts that I think should be improved. Both the web page and the report have the same issue. Both are sometimes messy and very difficult to find information. You need to know where to look and especially where to find information. It can be a bit confusing in both the report and the web page. Quite often, I keep learning new things because some of the information is quite hidden. You need to click this link, then click here, and go here. Then, "Wow," you get so much information that you didn't know existed. Information is a bit hidden and there should be an easier way to access it after a scan is generated."

"I would have liked to see a bit better auto-completion in the IDE, and there was a typo in one of the questions where the code you were supposed to copy was missing a pair of parentheses."

"It would be good if there were more assignment problems in the inventory, as well as more randomness in the coding examples."

"I would like the team to make users like me aware of the new features sooner, so we can get the most from this product. Otherwise, there is no disadvantage."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Licenses are renewed annually."

"This solution is not freeware and more expensive than similar products."

"I would prefer it if their pricing would be a bit cheaper. This is not my personal comment, this is the comment of the market."

"As a developer, though I am unaware of the cost of the solution, the product is expensive since I faced some trouble upgrading to Python for Codebashing."

"They have a Community Edition of this product that can be used free of charge."

"The pricing for qualified startups should only charge for Veracode Developer Training."

"It's expensive. Know that going in. Your organization, your programmers, and your product will be better for it though."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

25%

Manufacturing Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Healthcare Company

Computer Software Company

27%

Financial Services Firm

14%

Insurance Company

11%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Codebashing?

The platform is simple, easy to use, and easy to learn.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Codebashing?

As a developer, though I am unaware of the cost of the solution, the product is expensive since I faced some trouble upgrading to Python for Codebashing.

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What needs improvement with Codebashing?

The product's pricing could be more flexible. At present, we have to buy an entire instance. Instead, they could introduce a pricing model based on specific requirements.

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Overview

Checkmarx Codebashing is an application security learning platform providing interactive secure code training for developers. Modern applications are increasingly under attack, yet many developers lack the knowledge to write code securely. Codebashing fills this gap with a gamified learning experience that covers various aspects of application security.

Codebashing features interactive learning modules covering common security vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and cross-site request forgery. Real-world scenarios and challenges help developers apply their knowledge practically and in the relevant programming languages, while personalized learning paths cater to individual skill levels and objectives. Integration with development workflows ensures seamless adoption into existing processes.

By improving developers’ security knowledge, Codebashing helps organizations better secure application development from the very first line of code. Benefits include improved application security posture, increased developer productivity, alignment with regulatory requirements, and the promotion of a security-first culture.

Veracode Security Labs shifts application security knowledge left, training developers to tackle modern threats in the evolving cybersecurity landscape by exploiting and patching real code, and applying DevSecOps principles to deliver secure code on time. Through hands-on labs that use modern web apps written in your chosen languages, developers learn the skills and strategies that are directly applicable to an organization's code. With detailed progress reporting, email assignments, and a leaderboard, developers are encouraged to continuously level up their secure coding skills. When development is empowered to fix security defects and reduce risk, security teams are better supported to scale AppSec programs, meet compliance requirements, and achieve business outcomes.

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Fitbit, Microsoft, Just Eat, NCC Group, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Sky

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