Security · Alternatives
The best Sherlock alternatives in 2026
Sherlock is a Web3 security firm offering audits, contests, AI review and bug bounties for onchain teams, formerly known for DeFi coverage. If Sherlock is not the right fit, these 8 reviewed Security options are the closest matches, ranked by DappsAtlas score. Read our full Sherlock review
At a glance
Sherlock vs the alternatives
| dApp | Score | TVL | Chains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Score 7.4 out of 10 | $227K | 1 | |
| Score 6.2 out of 10 | $154K | 5 | |
| Quick Intel | Score 5.5 out of 10 | — | 2 |
| Score 5.5 out of 10 | — | 3 | |
| Quillcheck | Score 6.3 out of 10 | — | 1 |
| Score 7.0 out of 10 | — | — | |
| Score 7.0 out of 10 | — | — | |
| Score 6.5 out of 10 | — | — | |
| Score 5.0 out of 10 | — | — |
Ranked
Top Sherlock alternatives
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Hats.V2
Security · Arbitrum, Ethereum, Polygon +2
Hats.V2 is an onchain bug bounty and audit competition marketplace on five EVM networks. Its small TVL suggests early-stage adoption.
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10TVL $154K−4.9% - 2
Quick Intel
Security · Base, Ethereum
Quick Intel is an AI-assisted smart contract and token scanner aimed at crypto users who want to check for scams before trading. It is pay-per-scan according to one listing, with a token and a tiered holder programme also mentioned.
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10TVL — - 3
Bicscan
Security · Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain
BICScan is a blockchain risk-checking service with web and API access for screening addresses, dApp domains, and EVM token contracts. Its credit-based usage model is described, but pricing and the limits of its risk assessments are not clearly published.
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10TVL — - 4
Quillcheck
Security · Base
QuillCheck is a token-scanning tool that checks smart contracts and trading behaviour for signs of scams, such as honeypots and high taxes. It suits people who want a quick screen before buying a token, not a substitute for independent due diligence.
ScoreScore 6.3 out of 10TVL — - 5
Mimir
Security
Project Mimir is a self-hosted endpoint visibility platform built on osquery, with fleet inventory, SQL queries, IOC matching, and SIEM alerts. Its self-hosted design keeps endpoint data on your infrastructure, but you are responsible for operating and securing that infrastructure.
ScoreScore 7.0 out of 10TVL — - 6
Hawk Finance
Security
Hawk Finance sells AI-powered anti-money-laundering, fraud prevention, screening, and investigation software to banks, payment firms, and fintechs. Its range is broad, but pricing and independent audit details are not published.
ScoreScore 7.0 out of 10TVL — - 7
Nixguard
Security
NixGuard combines compliance preparation for five frameworks with endpoint monitoring for Linux and Windows. It can organize evidence and draft policies, but it does not perform the independent audit or guarantee certification.
ScoreScore 6.5 out of 10TVL — - 8
Supremacy
Security
Supremacy is a blockchain security firm offering audits for smart contracts, blockchains and digital wallets. Its site describes notable research, but offers little detail about its audit process, pricing or team.
ScoreScore 5.0 out of 10TVL —