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Fortify Static Code Analyzer vs Checkmarx IDE Plugins
Fortify Static Code Analyzer leads on 0 checks, Checkmarx IDE Plugins on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
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Our editors rank Fortify Static Code Analyzer at #4 and Checkmarx IDE Plugins at #5 for ide code security plugins; Fortify Static Code Analyzer and Checkmarx IDE Plugins have no rubric score yet (facts researched, not yet scored), so the checks below decide.
Checkmarx IDE Plugins offers security analysis; Fortify Static Code Analyzer doesn't publish it.
Fortify Static Code Analyzer is the better fit for mid-market and enterprise security teams. Checkmarx IDE Plugins is the better fit for enterprises already using Checkmarx services.
- Fortify Static Code Analyzer fits best
Mid-market and enterprise security teams
- Checkmarx IDE Plugins fits best
Enterprises already using Checkmarx services
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Side by side
| Feature | Fortify Static Code Analyzer —/10 Visit ↗ | Checkmarx IDE Plugins —/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | — | — |
| Ranking | #4 in IDE Code Security Plugins | #5 in IDE Code Security Plugins |
| Best for | Mid-market and enterprise security teams | Enterprises already using Checkmarx services |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | Not published | Not published |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Self-hosted | Desktop |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Fortify Static Code Analyzer 0/4 · Checkmarx IDE Plugins 1/4 | ||
| Security analysis | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Taint analysis | Not published | Not published |
| Code quality checks | Not published | Not published |
| In-IDE fixes | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| IDE coverage | Not published | Broad |
| Languages supported | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Fortify Static Code Analyzer is OpenText’s self-hosted static application security testing product. It analyzes source code and compiled artifacts to identify security vulnerabilities, including in Java and other supported languages.… Read the review → |
For development teams whose organizations use Checkmarx application-security services, Checkmarx IDE Plugins bring scan initiation and findings into supported development environments. Developers can start scans from an IDE and review… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Fortify Static Code Analyzer — where it wins
- Analyzes source code and compiled artifacts with dataflow and control-flow tracing
- Supports custom analysis rules, prioritization, and remediation guidance
- Connects with IDEs and CI/CD or build pipelines
Where it doesn't
- Licensing is handled through sales rather than public pricing
- Requires a self-hosted deployment
- Listed support channel is documentation
Checkmarx IDE Plugins — where it wins
- Launch Checkmarx security scans from supported IDEs
- Review findings and their source locations alongside code
- Bring security checks into developer workflows
Where it doesn't
- Depends on Checkmarx services configured by the organization
- Not positioned as a standalone code editor or independently priced tool
- Commercial access and pricing are handled through Checkmarx sales
- Fortify Static Code Analyzer—/10 · Pricing on request
Self-hosted code analysis with custom rules, IDE feedback, and CI/CD integration.
Visit OpenTextFull verdict → - Checkmarx IDE Plugins—/10 · Pricing on request
A way for Checkmarx customers to launch scans and review findings in supported IDEs.
Visit CheckmarxFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026