PyCharm vs Semgrep comparison

JetBrains and Semgrep are both solutions in the Static Code Analysis category. JetBrains is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.6, while Semgrep is ranked #7 with an average rating of 8.0. JetBrains holds a 1.8% mindshare in SCAS, compared to Semgrep’s 5.5% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of JetBrains users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Semgrep users who would recommend it.

PyCharm

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between PyCharm and Semgrep based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Static Code Analysis solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

PyCharm

Ranking in Static Code Analysis

6th

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

6.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Semgrep

Ranking in Static Code Analysis

7th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Static Application Security Testing (SAST) (18th), Supply Chain Management Software (3rd), Software Composition Analysis (SCA) (11th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Static Code Analysis category, the mindshare of PyCharm is 1.8%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Semgrep is 5.5%, up from 4.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Static Code Analysis Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
PyCharm	1.8%
Semgrep	5.5%
Other	92.7%

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Elio_Bonazzi

Senior Consultant at Mark Gurry & Associates

Seamless integration streamlines tasks and boosts productivity with efficient task handling

PyCharm's utility supports various Python frameworks such as Django and Flask for development projects. Uvicorn is well supported in project creation. Users can choose which framework to create and it handles all the code scaffolding automatically. I use PyCharm Intelligent Code Editor for context-aware code completion, and I also use the new AI extensions that JetBrains provided recently. I find it particularly useful in code refactoring. It saves me time on boilerplate code, such as interaction with the database. I can ask the AI facility in PyCharm to create all the boilerplate code for various databases. I don't write boilerplate code for mundane tasks anymore and focus on the business logic rather than the usual ancillary functions such as collecting records from the database or making network calls. This type of work is all done by AI.

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Manjunath Maneppagol

Cloud & Application Security at Sixt SE

Context-aware code analysis has reduced noise and now improves developer experience with actionable security findings

I have consistently observed that their scan time is an issue for mono repos. Sometimes with their AI-based scanning, when you triage that scan, the scan never completes or finishes(, which makes it difficult. Another consistent issue is that whenever you have a new repo to onboard to the platform, the tool ideally should detect the master branch by default. However, sometimes the tool fails to identify it and will never scan it unless manually somebody looks into it and fixes the issue. Although their support team is really good, this issue was present six or eight months ago during the POC and is still present now. If it is affecting multiple customers, it should be prioritized and fixed. I would say that their integration aspects could have been improved. I see a lot of different security solutions that provide flexibility to the security teams based on Jira project, team divisions, Slack, and all those can be very much easily customized. Semgrep needs to work on the enhancement of their notification capabilities. Currently, they are working on identifying business logic vulnerabilities or privilege escalation vulnerabilities by looking at the code, and they should continue to focus on and improve this effort. Regarding stability, whenever you have a mono-repo which is a very large repository, the scan never finishes or the scan never kicks in. At that time, you have to reach out to the support team and ask them to expand the resources in the back end to fix it. This is an issue I keep seeing often on that platform.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"PyCharm has an excellent user experience, and I appreciate its cross-platform capabilities."

"The product's IDE feature is quite user-friendly."

"The solution has a great debugging feature."

"We have integrated the tool with GitHub. PyCharm provides easy integration with GitHub, allowing us to push changes directly. Many plugins are available on PyCharm for GitHub integration, including GitHub Copilot for auto code completion and GitHub Copilot Chat for assistance with code-related queries."

"The best feature of PyCharm is that it gives you hints whenever it detects any issues while you are coding. This is important because it helps us code faster and without any errors."

"Good syntax highlighting and very it's very customizable."

"The latest AI features and tab completion features are good."

"The automated package installation is helpful. I like the code highlighting features. A huge library of plugins is available, including AI coding tools, though I don't use those myself. The debugging tools are good, showing errors and problem lines."

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"The most valuable feature is the ability to write our custom rules."

"Compared to other competitors in the market, the AI-backed capability is the biggest strength of Semgrep."

Cons

"The refactor facility in PyCharm is not on par with the refactor facility in IntelliJ. It could be improved since IntelliJ offers many more options for refactoring."

"The breakpoints could be improved as they are not that intuitive to use."

"The user interface and overall user experience could be more intuitive to make it easier for users to navigate and utilize the software effectively."

"There is room for improvement in memory usage. It uses too much memory. It can get a bit heavy, especially when you have too many open files and the system becomes very slow."

"They should improve the product's interactiveness."

"PyCharm's use of system resources can get pretty heavy. Loading, in particular, takes longer than I would like and I think they should optimize it so that it's a bit lighter on the system."

"The solution is heavy because running it on laptops consumes a lot of memory and power. Typically, a laptop battery might last about eight to nine hours, but with the tool running, it reduces to two hours or one and a half hours at most. It is designed to handle large projects and heavy tasks, making it resource-intensive. For smaller projects, use IDEs like Visual Studio Code."

"The solution does not support some features of OpenCV even though it is part of a PyCharm package."

More PyCharm cons

"I have consistently observed that their scan time is an issue; sometimes with their AI-based scanning, when you triage that scan, the scan never completes or finishes, which makes it difficult."

"There should be more information on how to acquire the system, catering to beginners in application security, to make it more user-friendly."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"They have a free Community edition, and they also have a licensed version. They definitely have an annual license. They probably also have a monthly license. Its pricing is good and reasonable. It is a little bit more expensive than the others, but it is well worth it. I would rate it a four out of five in terms of pricing."

"The price is reasonable."

"I use the free community version, so I'm saving money there."

"I don't have much info on the pricing, but I would say it is somewhat competitive."

"The community edition is free and the professional edition has a licensing fee."

"The community edition is free, which is good."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Performing Arts

18%

University

16%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Financial Services Firm

17%

Manufacturing Company

12%

Computer Software Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	5

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about PyCharm?

The integrated code structure makes coding more organized and manageable compared to using Python alone.

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What needs improvement with PyCharm?

The breakpoints could be improved as they are not that intuitive to use.

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What is your primary use case for PyCharm?

I use PyCharm for work, specifically for coding.

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What needs improvement with Semgrep?

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What is your primary use case for Semgrep?

I have been working with Semgrep for almost a year, approximately six to eight months on and off. In my current organization, I have a strong experience for SAST solution POCs, and I have conducted...

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What advice do you have for others considering Semgrep?

You should primarily focus on what your use case is and why you are moving out. If you are moving out just from the perspective of cost, I do not think Semgrep is the best solution for you. However...

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Also Known As

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Semgrep Code, Semgrep Supply Chain, Semgrep AppSec Platform

Overview

Be More Productive
Save time while PyCharm takes care of the routine. Focus on the bigger things and embrace the keyboard-centric approach to get the most of PyCharm's many productivity features.

JetBrains

Semgrep is an advanced static analysis tool designed to identify vulnerabilities and enforce coding standards, catering primarily to professionals with a focus on enhancing code security and quality.

Engineered for software development environments, Semgrep delivers efficient security feedback with minimal setup. By offering a rich collection of rule sets, it allows customization and integration into CI/CD pipelines, supporting continuous code examination. Semgrep not only uncovers hidden flaws but also enforces best practices, making it a valuable asset for development teams seeking to build secure and reliable software.

What are the most important features of Semgrep?

Customizable Rules: Allows users to define specific rules to match unique coding requirements.
Open Rule Repository: Provides access to a vast array of pre-defined rules covering common security issues.
CI/CD Integration: Seamlessly integrates into development workflows, providing immediate feedback.
Multi-language Support: Detects issues across different programming languages, enhancing its usability.

What benefits or ROI should users consider?

Enhanced Security Posture: Elevates the security standards of codebases.
Time Efficiency: Reduces time spent on manual code reviews.
Adaptability: Easily adapts to evolving coding standards and practices.
Cost-effectiveness: Minimizes the need for external security audits.

In industry applications, Semgrep is a popular choice for sectors such as finance and healthcare, where code integrity and security are paramount. Its integration capabilities allow for effective oversight of compliance and secure coding standards without disrupting existing workflows. This adaptability ensures it meets sector-specific requirements, making it a trusted tool in fields where data privacy and protection are critical.

Semgrep

Sample Customers

Information Not Available

Policygenius, Tide, Lyft, Thinkific, FloQast, Vanta, and Fareportal

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