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Cloudflare WAF vs Wordfence

Not sure which of these tools fits your work? Compare Cloudflare WAF and Wordfence to see what you can do with each, what you'll pay and what to check before you choose.

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Compare features and pricing for Cloudflare WAF, Wordfence
What matters to youCloudflare WAFWordfence
Best suited to
  • Websites
  • SaaS platforms
  • WordPress websites
Starting priceFrom $0.00 / free plan availableFrom $0.00 / free plan available
CategorySecurity SoftwareSecurity Software
Ratings shown4.8 / 5 (12,000 reviews shown)4.7 / 5 (5,000 reviews shown)
Features to compare
  • WAF
  • DDoS Protection
  • Bot Management
  • CDN
  • SSL
  • Malware Scanner
  • Firewall
  • Login Security
Strengths
  • Provides configurable request filtering at the edge
  • Managed rules can reduce manual rule authoring
  • Security events help investigate matched requests
  • Adds controls directly to a WordPress site
  • Offers a free edition for initial evaluation
  • Provides an integrated scan and firewall workflow
Considerations
  • Advanced capabilities vary by plan
  • Broad rules can affect legitimate requests
  • Does not replace application fixes or origin security
  • Free threat-rule and signature updates are delayed
  • Hosting resources and compatibility require testing
  • Plugin installation is not a complete recovery service

Before you decide

  1. Which tool fits the way you work?
  2. What will it cost you now and when you renew?
  3. Can you try it on a real task before you choose?

Questions you may have when comparing Cloudflare WAF and Wordfence

What's different about Cloudflare WAF and Wordfence?

Cloudflare WAF lists WAF, DDoS Protection and Bot Management. Wordfence lists Malware Scanner, Firewall and Login Security. Start with the features you would actually use, then check which plan includes them. A shorter feature list doesn't necessarily mean a tool can't do something you need.

Which one will cost me less?

Compare the total for your team, not just the starting price. Check the billing period, currency, number of users, usage limits and renewal rate, then add any extras you need. If you try a free plan or trial, check what happens when you reach its limits.

How do I choose between Cloudflare WAF and Wordfence?

Pick a task you do often and try it in both tools. If you need Web Security Software, start there. See which feels easier to use and works with the tools you already rely on. Before you pay, check the plan limits and whether you can get the support you need.