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CodeScene vs Codacy

A sourced, side-by-side comparison for code quality. CodeScene has the lower entry price. Every figure links to the vendor's own page and the date we captured it.

CodeScene has the lower entry price — CodeScene starts at $0/mo, Codacy at $0/mo. Free tier: CodeScene Yes, Codacy Yes. HIPAA: CodeScene —, Codacy —.

As of 2026-06-18 · figures link to their source below

Side by side

CodeScene

$0/mo entry
Entry price$0/mo (Community (Open Source))
Free tierYes
HIPAA (BAA)
SOC 2
GDPRYes
Best forteams wanting behavioral/hotspot analysis

Codacy

$0/mo entry
Entry price$0/mo (Developer)
Free tierYes
HIPAA (BAA)
SOC 2Yes
GDPRYes
Best forteams up to 30 developers

Sources — CodeScene: codescene.com (verified 2026-06-18) · Codacy: codacy.com (verified 2026-06-18)

Key features

CodeScene: Behavioral code analysis (hotspot detection via git history); Code Health metric for technical debt prioritization; Team/delivery insights on Pro plan; ISO 27001 certified (company-level)

Codacy: AI Reviewer with merge gates; 49-language static analysis; Malicious package detection; Real-time IDE feedback with AI guardrails

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