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testssl.sh vs SSL Labs Server Test: catalog facts
testssl.shSSL Labs Server Test
Free

Free and open source.

Free

Free online service from Qualys.

macOS, Linux, Command line Web
  • Tests any port, not only HTTPS on 443
  • Checks protocols, ciphers and known cryptographic flaws
  • Detailed coverage of protocols, ciphers and vulnerabilities
  • Letter grade that is easy to compare
  • Command-line output takes some TLS knowledge to interpret
  • Intended for authorized testing of servers you run or may test
  • Public servers only
  • A full test takes a while to run
Downloadable app Web application
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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