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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (62.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0.00 Per Month
Azure Web Application Firewall
Star Rating
(32)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (38.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(592)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 Per Month
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- G2 reviewers report that Cloudflare Application Security and Performance excels in user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher overall score compared to Azure Web Application Firewall. Users appreciate its robust features like bot management and rate limiting, which help enhance website security and performance.
- Users say that the free tier of Cloudflare's services is a standout feature, providing a solid foundation for small businesses. This accessibility allows users to leverage strong security measures without upfront costs, making it an attractive option for startups and smaller enterprises.
- Reviewers mention that Azure Web Application Firewall offers flexibility with its ability to create custom WAF policies for different sites. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who need tailored security solutions without modifying backend code, although it may not be as user-friendly as Cloudflare's offerings.
- According to verified reviews, Cloudflare's ease of use is a significant advantage, with users highlighting its intuitive interface and quick setup process. In contrast, Azure's usability is perceived as less straightforward, which may pose challenges for less technical users.
- Users highlight that both products provide effective security monitoring, but Cloudflare stands out with its higher ratings in this area. Reviewers appreciate its proactive measures in preventing spam and enhancing site speed, which are critical for maintaining a positive user experience.
- G2 reviewers note that while Azure Web Application Firewall has a solid rule set for detecting vulnerabilities, Cloudflare's comprehensive feature set and customer support are frequently praised. Users have reported that Cloudflare's customer service is particularly responsive, enhancing the overall experience for those needing assistance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure Web Application Firewall
No pricing availableCloudflare Application Security and Performance
Free
$0.00
Per Month
For personal or hobby projects that aren’t business-critical. This package includes:
- Fast, Easy-to-use DNS
- Unmetered DDoS Protection
- CDN
Free Trial
Azure Web Application Firewall
No trial information availableCloudflare Application Security and Performance
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
16
9.1
485
Ease of Use
8.2
16
9.0
488
Ease of Setup
8.8
11
8.8
269
Ease of Admin
8.5
11
8.9
247
Quality of Support
8.2
14
8.3
424
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
11
8.8
233
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
13
8.9
466
Features by Category
Content
Not enough data
9.1
262
Not enough data
8.7
242
Not enough data
8.9
244
Agentic AI - Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Not enough data
8.2
13
Security
Not enough data
9.2
248
Not enough data
8.7
185
Management
Not enough data
9.1
263
Not enough data
8.5
228
Not enough data
8.4
218
Integration
Not enough data
8.6
198
Not enough data
8.6
183
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
20
Not enough data
9.1
20
Not enough data
8.1
18
Risk Analysis
Not enough data
8.3
19
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.3
18
Threat Protection
Not enough data
9.3
22
Not enough data
9.0
20
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
7.4
16
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.8
11
Protect
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
9.4
6
Execute
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Analysis
8.8
8
8.8
51
8.1
8
8.5
48
8.5
9
9.1
50
Controls
8.0
9
8.8
45
8.1
9
8.9
46
8.3
8
8.9
48
Functionality
8.8
8
8.6
49
8.6
7
8.9
46
Not enough data
8.9
11
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.6
17
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.3
16
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
9.2
16
Media Delivery
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
9.3
17
Not enough data
9.3
15
Security and Performance
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
9.4
14
Not enough data
9.2
16
Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Delivery Network (eCDN)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
8.6
18
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
8.7
19
Not enough data
7.7
20
Protection
Not enough data
9.5
19
Not enough data
9.5
21
Not enough data
8.9
18
Resolution
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
8.9
19
Not enough data
9.1
18
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
7.4
13
Administration
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
12
Not enough data
8.8
14
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
7.5
8
Security
Not enough data
9.4
13
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
8.5
8
Protection
Not enough data
7.7
13
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
7.9
11
Not enough data
7.4
12
Not enough data
8.5
14
Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
14
Not enough data
7.9
14
Not enough data
8.6
13
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
7.6
12
Not enough data
7.8
12
Not enough data
7.8
12
API Management
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
10.0
8
Not enough data
9.8
8
Security Testing
Not enough data
10.0
8
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
10.0
8
Security Management
Not enough data
10.0
8
Not enough data
10.0
8
Not enough data
9.3
9
Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Threat Detection and Protection - Client-Side Protection
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Data Security - Client-Side Protection
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Logging and Monitoring - Client-Side Protection
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Usability - Load Balancing
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
8.9
6
Performance Optimization - Load Balancing
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Security & Compliance - Load Balancing
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.6
8
Not enough data
9.5
7
Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Management
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Workflow
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Orchestration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Information
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Personalization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Threat Intelligence
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure Web Application Firewall and Cloudflare Application Security and Performance are categorized as Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Unique Categories
Azure Web Application Firewall has no unique categories
Cloudflare Application Security and Performance is categorized as Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM), Client-Side Protection, API Security, DNS Security Solutions, SSL & TLS Certificate Tools, Bot Detection and Mitigation, Enterprise Content Delivery Network (eCDN), Website Security, Application Shielding, DDoS Protection, Load Balancing, Threat Intelligence, Enterprise Content Management (ECM), Content Delivery Network (CDN), and Managed DNS Solutions
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure Web Application Firewall
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Cloudflare Application Security and Performance
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
37.5%
Computer Software
15.6%
Education Management
9.4%
Computer & Network Security
9.4%
Information Services
6.3%
Other
21.9%
Information Technology and Services
19.4%
Computer Software
15.4%
Internet
7.0%
Marketing and Advertising
6.5%
Computer & Network Security
4.8%
Other
46.9%
Alternatives
Discussions
Which Azure service provides the Web application firewall functionality?
1 Comment
KR
azure storageRead more
Do Azure web apps have firewall?
1 Comment
AJ
in Networking options it's we can consider it as firewall there is Inbound Traffic and Outbound TrafficRead more
Azure Web Application Firewall has no more discussions with answers
What does Cloudflare cost?
2 Comments
WC
starts from free plan then goes up depending on plan tier, the pricing is very clear on all services and offersRead more
Is there an additional cost for DDoS protection?
2 Comments
WC
depending on the plan you decide to go for, they start with basic on free tier, then extend thier security options further depending on the plan pricing per...Read more
What does Cloudflare provide?
2 Comments
MJ
An integrated cloud security solution, that offers secure access to your website, office and other internet connected devices.Read more
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