Compare Azure Web Application Firewall and HAProxy 
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Market Segments
Mid-Market (40.0% of reviews)
Mid-Market (43.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
FREE Open Source
Azure Web Application Firewall
Star Rating
(31)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (40.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(826)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
FREE Open Source
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AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that HAProxy excels in stability and reliability, with users highlighting its seamless integration into OpenShift as the default ingress controller. Many appreciate its performance under high load, describing it as a solution they can "set and forget."
- Users say that Azure Web Application Firewall offers customization options that are beneficial for different sites, allowing for the creation of tailored WAF policies without needing to modify backend code. This flexibility is a significant advantage for teams with diverse needs.
- Reviewers mention that HAProxy's ease of use is a standout feature, with a straightforward configuration process that simplifies routing and TLS termination. This user-friendly approach is particularly appreciated by those managing complex environments.
- According to verified reviews, Azure Web Application Firewall is praised for its robust rule set, which effectively detects vulnerabilities. Users find the firewall configuration easy, making it accessible for teams that may not have extensive security expertise.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while HAProxy has a strong presence in the mid-market segment, Azure Web Application Firewall also caters well to this audience, with a variety of SKUs and modes available to meet specific requirements, showcasing its adaptability.
- Users report that HAProxy's quality of support is notably high, with many expressing satisfaction with the assistance they receive. In contrast, Azure Web Application Firewall's support is viewed as adequate but not as highly rated, indicating a potential area for improvement.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure Web Application Firewall
No pricing availableFree Trial
Azure Web Application Firewall
No trial information availableHAProxy
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
16
9.2
474
Ease of Use
8.2
16
8.7
756
Ease of Setup
8.8
11
8.6
711
Ease of Admin
8.5
11
8.6
353
Quality of Support
8.2
14
9.1
359
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.1
11
9.1
275
Product Direction (% positive)
8.2
13
9.1
491
Features by Category
Analysis
8.8
8
8.4
75
8.1
8
Feature Not Available
8.5
9
Feature Not Available
Controls
8.0
9
9.0
68
8.1
9
9.0
74
8.3
8
9.0
77
Functionality
8.8
8
8.9
12
8.6
7
8.9
69
Not enough data
7.7
31
Generative AI
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
58
Not enough data
8.4
54
Not enough data
8.9
19
Protection
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
58
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Resolution
Not enough data
8.9
58
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
57
Not enough data
7.6
39
Usability - Load Balancing
Not enough data
8.3
130
Not enough data
8.1
182
Not enough data
8.6
127
Not enough data
8.6
145
Performance Optimization - Load Balancing
Not enough data
9.0
123
Not enough data
8.6
115
Not enough data
8.7
124
Not enough data
8.6
118
Security & Compliance - Load Balancing
Not enough data
9.2
123
Not enough data
8.3
107
Not enough data
8.3
106
Not enough data
8.4
108
Not enough data
8.8
108
Traffic Management & Performance - AI Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Governance & Observability - AI Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
API Construction
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
API Management
Not enough data
9.1
83
Not enough data
8.8
85
Not enough data
8.7
77
Not enough data
7.9
71
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Data Integration
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.4
75
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure Web Application Firewall and HAProxy are categorized as Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Unique Categories
Azure Web Application Firewall has no unique categories
HAProxy is categorized as DDoS Protection, Load Balancing, Container Networking, API Management, Bot Detection and Mitigation, and AI Gateways
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure Web Application Firewall
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
HAProxy
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
38.7%
Computer Software
12.9%
Education Management
9.7%
Computer & Network Security
9.7%
Information Services
6.5%
Other
22.6%
Information Technology and Services
13.2%
Computer Software
10.3%
Financial Services
9.8%
Computer & Network Security
6.2%
Telecommunications
4.9%
Other
55.7%
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
Is HAProxy a reverse proxy?
2 Comments
EV
Yes, it's a reverse proxy. Actually it's one of the best reverse proxies out there.Read more
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