Compare AWS Shield and DataDome

At a Glance
AWS Shield
AWS Shield
Star Rating
(14)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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DataDome
DataDome
Star Rating
(209)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (56.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$3,830.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that DataDome excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to AWS Shield. Users appreciate its GDPR compliance and user-friendly CAPTCHA, making it a top choice for businesses seeking robust security solutions.
  • According to verified reviews, DataDome has a strong presence in the mid-market segment, with over half of its reviews coming from this category. In contrast, AWS Shield is more popular among small businesses, which may influence the type of support and features each product offers.
  • Users say that DataDome's implementation process is smooth and efficient, with many highlighting the ease of integrating its services into existing systems. Reviewers noted that protection can be activated selectively for different endpoint groups, enhancing flexibility.
  • Reviewers mention that AWS Shield is easy to set up and maintain, with clear traffic visibility. However, some users feel that it lacks the advanced detection capabilities that DataDome offers, particularly in distinguishing between sophisticated bot attacks.
  • G2 reviewers highlight DataDome's exceptional support quality, with a score of 9.5, indicating that users feel well-supported in their security efforts. In comparison, AWS Shield's support is seen as adequate but not as responsive or comprehensive.
  • Users report that DataDome's advanced AI motor and detection rules provide industry-leading protection against bot scraping and DDoS attacks, which many find superior to AWS Shield's offerings. This capability is crucial for businesses that face frequent and sophisticated cyber threats.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
AWS Shield
No pricing available
DataDome
Essentials
$3,830.00
Per Month
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Free Trial
AWS Shield
No trial information available
DataDome
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
12
9.4
184
Ease of Use
8.1
12
9.3
185
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.7
154
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.2
135
Quality of Support
8.1
12
9.5
183
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.4
134
Product Direction (% positive)
7.9
11
9.4
183
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.7
83
Detection
Not enough data
8.1
56
Not enough data
9.4
81
Not enough data
9.2
74
Not enough data
8.6
71
Analysis
Not enough data
8.1
57
Not enough data
8.6
63
Not enough data
8.6
65
Administration
Not enough data
8.4
60
Not enough data
8.2
53
Not enough data
8.9
61
Agentic AI - Fraud Detection
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
9.0
85
Management
Not enough data
8.8
73
Not enough data
9.2
64
Not enough data
8.8
69
Not enough data
8.6
59
Protection
Not enough data
8.4
61
Not enough data
9.5
78
Not enough data
8.9
64
Resolution
Not enough data
9.4
77
Not enough data
8.6
58
Not enough data
8.8
65
Not enough data
9.0
68
Not enough data
8.8
39
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
AWS Shield
AWS Shield
DataDome
DataDome
AWS Shield and DataDome are categorized as DDoS Protection
Unique Categories
AWS Shield
AWS Shield has no unique categories
DataDome
DataDome is categorized as Bot Detection and Mitigation and Fraud Detection
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
AWS Shield
AWS Shield
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
42.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
28.6%
DataDome
DataDome
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
17.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
56.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
26.1%
Reviewers' Industry
AWS Shield
AWS Shield
Computer Software
28.6%
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Higher Education
14.3%
Security and Investigations
7.1%
Media Production
7.1%
Other
28.6%
DataDome
DataDome
Retail
18.4%
Information Technology and Services
7.7%
Computer Software
5.3%
Financial Services
4.3%
Internet
4.3%
Other
59.9%
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Discussions
AWS Shield
AWS Shield Discussions
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DataDome
DataDome Discussions
Does DataDome protect APIs from bots and automated threats ?
2 Comments
Jean-Dominique Q.
JQ
Yes we do. We protect all kind of APIs (web, mobile, single page apps...) with specific algorithms and modules. More information: -...Read more
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