Developer Tools · head to head
Buildkite vs Legit Security
Buildkite
Developer Tools
CI/CD pipelines that run on your own compute
- From
- Free
- Free plan
- Yes
Legit Security
Cybersecurity
AI-native ASPM platform securing AI-generated code before deployment
- From
- On request
- Free plan
- No
The short version
- Only Buildkite has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Buildkite free plan caps at 5 users and 10 concurrent jobs, with 2,000 Linux vCPU minutes per month and 30 day build retention; Legit Security pricing requires contacting sales, making cost comparison difficult
- Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Buildkite and Legit Security actually diverge.
| Attribute | Buildkite | Legit Security |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | subscription | Contact sales for custom pricing |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web | Web, IDE, CI/CD |
| Category | Developer Tools | Cybersecurity |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Buildkite
Nothing recorded that Legit Security does not also cover.
Only in Legit Security
- VibeGuard AI code scanning
- Unified vulnerability remediation
- Code Security (SAST/SCA)
- Secrets detection and prevention
- Software Supply Chain Security
- Code change detection
- AI-powered remediation
- Risk scoring
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Buildkite
- CI/CD pipeline automationnot Legit Security
- Test execution at scalenot Legit Security
- Deployment automationnot Legit Security
Legit Security
- Securing AI-generated code from GitHub Copilot and IDE assistantsnot Buildkite
- Consolidating vulnerability findings from multiple AppSec toolsnot Buildkite
- Preventing credential leaks across development workspacesnot Buildkite
- Automating remediation workflows with AI-powered suggestionsnot Buildkite
- Compliance automation with SBOM generation and enforcementnot Buildkite
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Buildkite
- Free plan caps at 5 users and 10 concurrent jobs, with 2,000 Linux vCPU minutes per month and 30 day build retention
- Pro plan is $30 per active user per month, capped at 50 users, with only 10 of the up to 250 concurrent agents included before extra usage
- Enterprise plan enforces a 30 user minimum even though pricing itself is custom
- Hosted compute beyond included minutes is metered at $0.004 per vCPU minute on Linux and $0.02 per vCPU minute on Mac
Legit Security
- Pricing requires contacting sales, making cost comparison difficult
- No published pricing tiers or free tier available
- Requires integration with existing SAST and SCA tools for full capability
- Focused primarily on code security within development lifecycle
- Newer entrant with less market presence than established competitors
Pricing, plan by plan
Buildkite
Free- FreeFree
- Up to 5 users
- 10 concurrent jobs
- 2000 Linux vCPU minutes monthly
- Pro$30/month
- Up to 50 users
- 250 concurrent agents (10 included)
- 4000 Linux vCPU minutes monthly
- Enterprise$null/custom
- Unlimited users (30 minimum)
- Custom usage limits
- Full platform access
Legit Security
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Legit Security review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Legit Security if
- You need vibeguard ai code scanning.
- You work on Web, IDE, CI/CD.
- You also want unified vulnerability remediation.
Questions people ask
- Is Buildkite or Legit Security better?
- Neither clearly leads. Buildkite starts at Free and Legit Security at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Buildkite or Legit Security?
- Buildkite has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Buildkite and On request for Legit Security.
- Does Buildkite or Legit Security run on more platforms?
- Buildkite runs on Web. Legit Security runs on Web, IDE, CI/CD.
- Can I use Buildkite for free?
- Yes. Buildkite has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Legit Security starts at On request.
- What is Buildkite best used for?
- Buildkite is most often used for ci/cd pipeline automation, test execution at scale, deployment automation. Of those, ci/cd pipeline automation and test execution at scale are not what Legit Security is typically brought in for.
- What can Buildkite do that Legit Security cannot?
- Legit Security covers VibeGuard AI code scanning, Unified vulnerability remediation, Code Security (SAST/SCA), Secrets detection and prevention.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Buildkite: Can I use Buildkite without paying?
Yes, Buildkite offers a free plan that includes up to 5 users, 10 concurrent jobs, 2000 Linux vCPU minutes monthly, and 250k test executions per month at no cost.
SourceLegit Security: What is VibeGuard and how does it work?
VibeGuard is Legit Security's core feature that scans AI-generated code directly within IDEs like GitHub Copilot and Cursor, identifying vulnerabilities before code leaves the developer's editor.
SourceBuildkite: What happens if I exceed my included compute minutes on Buildkite?
Hosted agent compute is charged separately at $0.004 per Linux vCPU minute and $0.02 per Mac vCPU minute, billed to the second with no minimums.
SourceLegit Security: What AI code assistants does Legit Security support?
Legit Security integrates with GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude to scan AI-generated code for vulnerabilities.
SourceBuildkite: Do I need an annual commitment for Buildkite's Pro plan?
No, Buildkite's Pro plan is billed monthly at $30 per active user with no long-term contract required. All tiers include a 30-day all-access trial.
SourceLegit Security: How does Legit Security's AI remediation feature work?
The platform uses AI to suggest specific code fixes for identified vulnerabilities and can automatically create tickets in Jira with full context for developers to review and apply.
SourceBuildkite: What user limits apply to each Buildkite plan?
Free plan supports up to 5 users, Pro plan supports up to 50 users, and Enterprise plan provides unlimited users with a 30-user minimum.
SourceLegit Security: Does Legit Security support compliance reporting?
Yes, Legit Security automates compliance automation with SBOM generation and can generate compliance reports for security and regulatory requirements.
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