Cloudflare WAF vs AWS WAF

Comparing Cloudflare WAF and AWS WAF for web application protection

Cloudflare WAF

CDN with built-in WAF

Pros

  • Easy setup
  • CDN included
  • DDoS protection
  • Managed rules

Cons

  • Less customization
  • Expensive for traffic
  • CF lock-in
  • Basic reports

Best For

Public websitesDDoS protectionQuick startSmall business

AWS WAF

WAF for AWS infrastructure

Pros

  • AWS integration
  • Flexible rules
  • Pay-as-you-go
  • Bot Control

Cons

  • AWS only
  • Requires setup
  • Needs CloudFront/ALB
  • Complex management

Best For

AWS infrastructureCustom rulesIntegration with other AWSEnterprise

Verdict

Cloudflare for quick protection of public sites, AWS WAF for AWS-native infrastructure

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