Burp Suite vs Visual Inspection

The Swiss Army knife for web app hackers meets the og bug catcher. Here's our take.

Burp Suite

Nice Pick

The Swiss Army knife for web app hackers. It'll find your SQL injections before you even know they exist.

Pros

• Integrated proxy for real-time traffic interception and manipulation
• Powerful automated scanner that catches common vulnerabilities like XSS and CSRF
• Extensible with a rich plugin ecosystem for custom testing workflows

Cons

• Professional version is expensive and the free Community Edition is limited
• Steep learning curve with a cluttered interface that can overwhelm beginners

Visual Inspection

The OG bug catcher. No fancy tools, just eyeballs and coffee.

Pros

• Catches subtle UI/UX issues automated tests miss
• Requires no setup or dependencies
• Encourages team collaboration and knowledge sharing

Cons

• Highly subjective and prone to human error
• Time-consuming and not scalable for large codebases

The Verdict

Use Burp Suite if: You want integrated proxy for real-time traffic interception and manipulation and can live with professional version is expensive and the free community edition is limited.

Use Visual Inspection if: You prioritize catches subtle ui/ux issues automated tests miss over what Burp Suite offers.

The Bottom Line

Burp Suite wins

The Swiss Army knife for web app hackers. It'll find your SQL injections before you even know they exist.