Socket

Name: Socket
Brand: Socket
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.9 (16 reviews)

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Next-generation software supply chain security tool that analyzes npm, PyPI, and Go packages for malicious code, protestware, install scripts, and typosquatting — not just known CVEs. Monitors packages in real-time as new versions are published.

SITUATIONAL

Reality check: Socket is ideal for developers who require high-performance AI capabilities, but may not be necessary for smaller or less complex projects.

Time to ValueMinutes

Reliability Score

54%16 Trust Units

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Best For

Frontend teams
Node.js teams
Python teams
security-conscious startups
open-source maintainers
teams using automated dependency updates
teams burned by supply chain attacks

Not For

Teams not using npm/PyPI/Go
enterprises needing full SAST+DAST
private package registry only
teams needing compliance audit trails
non-JavaScript stacks

Micro-Feedback Feed

16 Reviews

“Critical minerals are becoming national-security assets.”

WORTH IT

@GeorgeHWBushDied2Day • Reddit

13 hours ago

“Copper's surge is forcing the market to care about junior explorers again.”

WORTH IT

@DavidHayesSky3157 • Reddit

13 hours ago

“The next industrial boom starts underground, with raw materials being crucial.”

WORTH IT

@ColeVerrin • Reddit

13 hours ago

“The rare earth squeeze on Japan exposes a supply chain problem the West still hasn't solved.”

WORTH IT

@Mountain_Pin7428 • Reddit

13 hours ago

“Top companies are actually implementing AI solutions, not just talking about it.”

WORTH IT

@OddPop9508 • Reddit

13 hours ago

“China's trade restrictions are a bigger story than most investors realize.”

WORTH IT

@fapster999 • Reddit

13 hours ago

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Pros

Detects malicious packages and protestware
Catches supply chain attacks before CVEs exist
Real-time monitoring of new package versions
GitHub PR checks
Typosquatting detection
Install script analysis
Supports npm, PyPI, Go

Cons

Primarily focused on supply chain (not SAST)
Newer product with smaller community
Some packages flagged as risky are benign
Go support is newer and less mature
Dashboard UX still evolving

Community Verdict Breakdown

44%

Worth It

7 votes

56%

Situational

9 votes

Not worth it

0 votes

Based on 16 professional audits

Micro-Feedback Feed

16 Reviews

“Critical minerals are becoming national-security assets.”

WORTH IT

@GeorgeHWBushDied2Day • Reddit

13 hours ago

“Copper's surge is forcing the market to care about junior explorers again.”

WORTH IT

@DavidHayesSky3157 • Reddit

13 hours ago

“The next industrial boom starts underground, with raw materials being crucial.”

WORTH IT

@ColeVerrin • Reddit

13 hours ago

“The rare earth squeeze on Japan exposes a supply chain problem the West still hasn't solved.”

WORTH IT

@Mountain_Pin7428 • Reddit

13 hours ago

“Top companies are actually implementing AI solutions, not just talking about it.”

WORTH IT

@OddPop9508 • Reddit

13 hours ago

“China's trade restrictions are a bigger story than most investors realize.”

WORTH IT

@fapster999 • Reddit

13 hours ago

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