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Mark43 vs Semgrep

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Mark43

Government

Modern Public Safety Software

From
$2000/month
Free plan
No
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Semgrep

Cybersecurity

Open-source static analysis tool for finding security bugs and enforcing code standards.

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
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The short version

  • Semgrep has a free plan, then $30/mo; Mark43 starts at $2000/mo.
  • Only Mark43 lists Computer-Aided Dispatch; only Semgrep lists static code scanning.
  • Where Mark43 falls short: no published pricing on homepage; sales contact required for all cost details.
  • Where Semgrep falls short: free tier caps out at 10 contributors and 10 repositories.
  • Prices and features on this page were last checked on 13 November 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mark43 and Semgrep actually diverge.

Attributes where Mark43 and Semgrep differ
AttributeMark43Semgrep
Starting price$2000/monthFree
Pricing modelSubscriptionFreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, API, Linux, macOS, Windows
CategoryGovernmentCybersecurity

Not yet recorded: founded for Semgrep.

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 Mark43

  • Computer-Aided Dispatch
  • Records Management
  • Evidence Management
  • Analytics
  • Mobile
  • FBI CJIS
  • NCIC
  • State Systems

Only in Semgrep

  • Static code scanning
  • Supply chain scanning
  • Secrets detection
  • Cross-file analysis
  • AI-powered triage and remediation
  • CI/CD integration

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Mark43

  • Citizen Servicesnot Semgrep
  • Records Managementnot Semgrep
  • Public Safetynot Semgrep
  • Civic Engagementnot Semgrep

Semgrep

  • Scanning code for security vulnerabilities in CI/CDnot Mark43
  • Detecting vulnerable open-source dependenciesnot Mark43
  • Finding hardcoded secrets before code shipsnot Mark43
  • Enforcing custom code standards with rule setsnot Mark43
  • Prioritizing findings with AI-assisted triagenot Mark43

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Mark43

  • No published pricing on homepage; sales contact required for all cost details
  • Only reference to pricing is 'early bird pricing' for 2027 conference registration
  • No transparent pricing structure visible for public evaluation

Semgrep

  • Free tier caps out at 10 contributors and 10 repositories
  • Secrets scanning is priced as a separate module ($15/contributor) from Code and Supply Chain
  • Self-managed repositories and custom CI/CD require the Enterprise tier
  • AI credits are limited per tier and additional usage requires upgrading

Pricing, plan by plan

Mark43

$2000/month
  • Public Safety Suite$2,000/mo
    • CAD
    • RMS
    • Analytics

Semgrep

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Up to 10 contributors
    • Code and Supply Chain scanning
    • 60 AI credits total
  • Teams$30/mo
    • Code, Supply Chain, or Secrets scanning per contributor
    • Pro rules
    • AI-powered triage and remediation
  • EnterpriseOn request
    • On-prem support
    • Custom CI/CD
    • 50 AI credits per developer/month

Which should you pick?

Choose Mark43 if

  • You need computer-aided dispatch.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want records management.
Mark43 review

Choose Semgrep if

  • You need static code scanning.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, API, Linux, macOS, Windows.
  • You also want supply chain scanning.
Semgrep review

Questions people ask

Is Mark43 or Semgrep better?
Neither clearly leads. Mark43 starts at $2000/month and Semgrep at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mark43 or Semgrep?
Semgrep has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $2000/month for Mark43 and Free for Semgrep.
Does Mark43 or Semgrep run on more platforms?
Mark43 runs on Web, iOS, Android. Semgrep runs on Web, API, Linux, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Semgrep for free?
Yes. Semgrep has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mark43 starts at $2000/month.
What is Mark43 best used for?
Mark43 is most often used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement. Of those, citizen services and records management are not what Semgrep is typically brought in for.
What can Mark43 do that Semgrep cannot?
Mark43 covers Computer-Aided Dispatch, Records Management, Evidence Management, Analytics. Semgrep covers Static code scanning, Supply chain scanning, Secrets detection, Cross-file analysis.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mark43: Does Mark43 publish pricing online?

No, Mark43 pricing is not published on the public website. The only pricing reference is early bird conference registration. Prospective customers must contact Mark43 through 'Book A Demo' or 'Let's Connect' for pricing consultation.

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Semgrep: What does Semgrep cost?

The Free edition covers up to 10 contributors; Teams starts at $30/contributor/month for Code scanning (Supply Chain also $30, Secrets $15); Enterprise is custom-priced.

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Mark43: What payment methods or financing options does Mark43 offer?

No information about payment methods or financing options is disclosed on the public homepage. Pricing and payment details are handled through direct sales consultations.

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Semgrep: Is there a free plan, and what are its limits?

Yes, the Free edition supports up to 10 contributors and 10 repositories with Code and Supply Chain scanning plus 60 AI credits total.

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Mark43: Are there volume discounts or specialized pricing for different agency sizes?

Mark43 website does not disclose any volume pricing, per-user costs, or specialized rates for agencies of different sizes. All pricing inquiries require direct contact with sales team.

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Semgrep: How is usage metered?

Pricing is per contributor, defined as someone who made at least one commit to a scanned private repository in the past 90 days.

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Semgrep: Is there special pricing for startups?

Yes, Semgrep offers special startup pricing upon request for early-stage companies.

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