What AI says about Semgrep
Since Jul 5Updated Oct 30, 2026Based on 31,634 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
Semgrep is an application security platform that provides static application security testing, software composition analysis, and secrets scanning for codebases and CI/CD pipelines. It is among the brands most often named for integrating developer-first security tools into build pipelines and scanning pull requests for vulnerabilities.
SemgrepThis page4%
Products
- Secrets<1%
Mentioned in
4%
of AI answers about Semgrep and its rivals
- ChatGPT5%
- Google AI Mode3%
Markets where AI mentions Semgrep
Market# · Mentioned in
All markets4%
- AI-Powered Code Review & SAST ToolsAI picks Semgrep most#1 · 72%
- CI/CD Application Security Scanning ToolsAI picks Snyk and 1 more about as often#1 · 63%
- DevSecOps Application Security PlatformsAI picks Snyk and 2 more about as often#1 · 37%
- AI Code Quality & Review PlatformsAI picks SonarQube most#2 · 33%
- AI Code Review ToolsAI picks CodeRabbit AI most#4 · 27%
- Secrets Scanning & AI Code SecurityAI picks GitGuardian most#9 · 8%
- Security Validation and Red Teaming PlatformsAI picks OWASP Zed Attack Proxy (ZAP) and 3 more about as often#11 · 9%
- AI Developer Productivity ToolsAI picks GitHub Copilot most#13 · 6%
- AI Regular Expression GeneratorsAI picks Regex101 most#35 · 1%
- Automated Patch & Vulnerability Remediation PlatformsAI picks NinjaOne most#52 · 2%
- Software Supply Chain Security PlatformsAI picks Snyk most#67 · 1%
- Network Firewall SolutionsAI picks OPNsense and 2 more about as often#82 · 1%
Topics where AI mentions Semgrep
TopicMentioned in · on this topicRank
- Automated code quality detection
- Automated code quality checks
- Large repository analysis
- Automated code review
- Enterprise compliance and governance
- Static analysis tool for pull requests
- AI-assisted code review
- AI-powered code style enforcement
- Open source compliance scanning
- External web app vulnerability scanning
- IaC compliance scanning
- DevOps compliance automation platform
- Code vulnerability ticketing
- Enterprise supply chain security platforms
- Infrastructure-as-code review
- Web application vulnerability testing
- SOC 2 compliance preparation
- AI picks mostMentioned in
- What's a good, developer-friendly static application security testing (SAST) tool for a primarily TypeScript codebase?on this questionAI picks Semgrep most100%
Excerpts where Semgrep appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeOct 21, 2026, Google AI Mode Semgrep is an exceptional, developer-friendly SAST tool for TypeScript.
ChatGPTOct 7, 2026, ChatGPT For a primarily TypeScript codebase, my default recommendation is Semgrep.
- Which CI/CD security scanners produce low-noise findings with clear remediation guidance for developers?on this questionAI picks Semgrep most100%
- We need to scan our code for insecure usage of LLM libraries. What's the best static analysis tool that understands AI security risks?on this questionAI picks Semgrep most98%
- We need to enforce code quality standards across all our repositories. What is the best static analysis platform with support for custom rules?on this questionAI picks SonarQube and 1 more about as often100%
Excerpts where Semgrep appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 29, 2026, Google AI Mode Semgrep is widely considered the best static analysis platform for custom rules
ChatGPTSep 25, 2026, ChatGPT Choose Semgrep if your primary requirement is highly flexible, developer-authored rules-as-code, especially security patterns and PR-level enforcement.
- We need a way to run security scans in our CI/CD pipeline. What is the best developer-first security tool that finds issues early?on this questionAI picks Snyk most95%
Excerpts where Semgrep appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeSep 23, 2026, Google AI Mode Semgrep (Best for SAST / Custom Code Scanning): Highly praised for speed and developer ergonomics.
ChatGPTSep 23, 2026, ChatGPT Semgrep is a strong fit. It can run in IDEs, pre-commit hooks, and CI/CD, and its integrations surface findings directly in PR/MR workflows.
How prominently AI mentions Semgrep
- Named first26%
- 2nd or 3rd31%
- Later43%
Insights for Semgrep
Gap between platforms: The platform gap for Semgrep in DevSecOps Application Security Platforms narrowed to 19 points, ChatGPT Search ahead
ChatGPTChatGPT46%Google AI ModeGoogle AI Mode27%Gap between platforms: The platform gap in AI Code Review Tools narrowed
ChatGPTChatGPT37%Google AI ModeGoogle AI Mode16%Gap between platforms: ChatGPT Search now mentions Semgrep 23 points more often than Google AI Mode in AI Code Quality & Review Platforms, a narrowed gap
ChatGPTChatGPT47%Google AI ModeGoogle AI Mode24%
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How AI rates Semgrep
Common descriptions
fast · customizable · lightweight · highly customizable · developer-friendly · open-source
Tone of AI’s statements about Semgrep
- Positive70%
- Neutral27%
- Mixed2%
- Negative1%
Semgrep in AI answers
Question: What's a good, developer-friendly static application security testing (SAST) tool for a primarily TypeScript codebase?
Google AI ModeOct 21, 2026
Semgrep is an exceptional, developer-friendly SAST tool for TypeScript.
ChatGPTOct 7, 2026
For a primarily TypeScript codebase, my default recommendation is Semgrep.
Question: What’s the strongest AI code reviewer for security issues?
Google AI ModeOct 19, 2026
Semgrep and Snyk DeepCode stand out if you need dedicated AppSec and static security analysis (SAST) engines
Sources AI cites
- Your site34%
- Semgrep App Security Platform | AI-assisted SAST, SCA and Secrets Detection (opens in a new tab) · 16%Lists Semgrep
- Semgrep AppSec Platform | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 2%Lists Semgrep
- Semgrep Code | Scan Source-code with Static Application Security Testing (SAST) | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Integrations | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Sample continuous integration (CI) configurations - Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Detect risks in AI-generated code with Semgrep Guardian | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- Comparing Open-Source AI Code Security Harnesses | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- Pricing and Plans | AppSec Platform SAST, SCA, and Secrets | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Accelerate Remediation with Semgrep Autofix | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Semgrep vs Github Advanced Security | Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Lists Semgrep on 6 of 6 pages4%
- GitHub - semgrep/semgrep: Lightweight static analysis for many languages. Find bug variants with patterns that look like source code. · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · 3%Lists Semgrep
- GitHub - semgrep/semgrep-rules: Semgrep Community Edition rules, maintained by Semgrep and the community. Free to use under the Semgrep Rules License. · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- semgrep/README.md at develop · semgrep/semgrep · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- LLM Security Scan · Actions · GitHub Marketplace · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- GitHub - magnologan/gha-devsecops: DevSecOps Pipeline using SAST + DAST and SCA tools · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Marketplace · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- muellerberndt/awesome-ai-security: An AI security awesome list / learning journey · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- GitHub - rezmoss/awesome-security-pipeline: Practical, continuously verified open-source DevSecOps tools and a tested CI/CD security pipeline for GitHub Actions, covering SBOM, SAST, SCA, secrets, containers, and signing. · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- GitHub - semgrep/semgrep-vscode: Semgrep extension for Visual Studio Code · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- semgrep-vscode/README.md at develop · semgrep/semgrep-vscode · GitHub (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- Lists Semgrep on 2 of 2 pages4%
- 8 AI SAST Tools for 2026 Tested and Compared | Augment Code (opens in a new tab) · 2%Lists Semgrep
- AI SAST: The 2026 Guide to AI-Powered Static Application Security Testing | Augment Code (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- Semgrep AI Code Review: 7 Enterprise Security Features | Augment Code (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 10 Open Source AI Code Review Tools Tested on a 450K-File Monorepo [2026 Rankings] | Augment Code (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Code Review Tools for Engineering Teams: Selection Guide | Augment Code (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Best Enterprise SAST Tools for Large Teams (2026) | Augment Code (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- Lists Semgrep on 4 of 4 pages3%
- 38 Best SAST Tools for 2026: Static Analysis | AppSec Santa (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- Best SAST Tools for JavaScript & TypeScript (2026) (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- SonarQube vs Semgrep (2026): SAST Comparison (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Semgrep Alternatives: Top Competitors (2026) | AppSec Santa (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 64 Open Source AppSec Tools: Complete 2026 Guide (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Open Source SAST Tools: 9 Free Scanners Compared (2026) (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- Best Application Security Tools 2026: 230 Reviewed (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- Checkmarx Alternatives: Best Competitors to Consider (2026) (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- GitHub Advanced Security Alternatives (2026) | AppSec Santa (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- Best SAST Tools for Python (2026) (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Lists Semgrep on 4 of 6 pages3%
- 9 Best SAST Tools in 2026: Accuracy, Speed, and Noise Compared | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- 7 Best Application Security Tools for the AI Era (2026) | Blog | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · 1%Lists Semgrep
- 9 Best SAST Tools in 2026: Accuracy, Speed, and Noise Compared | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 10 Best DevSecOps Platforms for AppSec Teams in 2026 | Blog | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%Leaves Semgrep out
- Best Checkmarx Alternatives & Competitors in 2026 | Blog (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Top 10 Semgrep Alternatives for AppSec Teams in 2026 | Blog | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 10 Best DevSecOps Platforms for AppSec Teams in 2026 | Blog | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%Leaves Semgrep out
- Top 10 Veracode Alternatives for AppSec Teams in 2026 | Blog | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Best Code Security Platforms in 2026, Compared | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- Developer Security Tools Compared: A Practical Guide for 2026 | Endor Labs (opens in a new tab) · <1%Lists Semgrep
- 2%
- Better Together with GitHub Advanced Security & Semgrep (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Automated Static Application Security Testing (SAST) with ... (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Setting Up A Security Scanning Pipeline From Start To Finish ... (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Semgrep Platform Overview - YouTube (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Static analysis + LLMs: Making shift left finally work Webinar (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- How to Implement SAST in GitLab CI Pipeline (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- LLMs mimic insecure patterns in existing codebase (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Build a Production-Ready FastAPI DevSecOps Pipeline (CI/CD + Docker + Security Scans) (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- AI SAST is Insane (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Automated Static Application Security Testing (SAST) with ... (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Lists Semgrep on 1 of 1 page2%
- 2%
- What security tools do you like to use in your CICD pipelines? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- what SAST tool are you actually using in your CI/CD pipeline right now? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- TL;DR: Turned SAST from developer noise → trusted partner using Semgrep Pro + AI remediation. Dropped prioritized findings from 6K→785, hit 0 open Critical/High, cut MTTR to 48-72hrs. Full BSidesSF 2026 talk write-up. (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- DAST / SAST tools ? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- What are the best static application security testing tools in 2026? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- which AI code review tool would you choose from this list? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- What’s your go to SAST? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Vendor Highlights from Building out my AppSec Program over the last few years (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Best cloud security platform for 100 person org? - Reddit (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Can anyone suggest good choice of free SAST and DAST right now? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 2%
- Top 10 Code Analysis Tools in 2025 | Cycode (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- Top Application Security Testing Services in 2026 | Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Top Enterprise SAST Tools for 2026 | Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Top 10 AI Cybersecurity Tools in 2026 | Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- AI Security: Unified Risk Category for Application Security | Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- What Is an AI Vulnerability Scanner? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- CI/CD Security Tools Buyer's Guide - Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- DevSecOps Tools to Include in Your Tech Stack | Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- End-to-End Application Security Testing Guide (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Semgrep vs Snyk vs Cycode: Which Is Right for You? - Cycode (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Lists Semgrep on 1 of 1 page2%
