vs Mozilla Observatory

SafeToShip vs Mozilla Observatory: full security vs HTTP headers

Observatory for an A+ on headers. SafeToShip for everything beyond headers.

Mozilla Observatory is the gold standard for HTTP header analysis. It is free, fast, accurate, and well-explained — we recommend everyone run it. The catch: it only checks HTTP response headers. SafeToShip starts where Observatory stops: bundle secrets, Supabase RLS, Firebase rules, CORS misconfig, cookie flags, exposed files, and email DNS.

Feature matrix

Side by side

FeatureSafeToShipMozilla Observatory
HTTP security header gradingYesYes — best in class
CSP analyzerBasicExcellent
JS bundle secret detectionYes — 25+ patternsNo
Supabase / Firebase rulesYesNo
CORS checkYesNo
Cookie flag analysisYesNo
AI fix promptsYesNo
PricingFree scanFree

When to choose Mozilla Observatory

Use Mozilla Observatory when you specifically want a header grade for an A+ score and detailed CSP analysis. Their CSP evaluator is unmatched.

When to choose SafeToShip

Use SafeToShip when you want a complete security snapshot beyond just HTTP headers — including the issues most likely to leak data on a vibe-coded app.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Should I run both?
Absolutely. Observatory for an authoritative header grade, SafeToShip for the rest. They complement each other.