AFWall+
7.0#22 in firewall software$9.99 one-timeFree planAndroid
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IPFire
8.7#3 in firewall softwareFrom $1,099 a year ($91.58 a month)Free planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | AFWall+ | IPFire |
|---|---|---|
| Firewall engine | It uses Linux iptables rules to allow or block connections by app and network type. | Its firewall groups networks, hosts and services into reusable rules and supports rate limiting and logging. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Monitoring | The project lists real-time monitoring, connection logs, and notifications for blocked attempts. | Built-in tools monitor bandwidth, connections, and intrusion attempts through a web interface. |
| Support | The project directs users to its FAQ, wiki, XDA forum, and GitHub issues for help. | Lightning Wire Labs offers professional support, and the project points users to documentation, community forums, mailing lists, and a bug tracker. |
AFWall+ plans
- FreeFree
- AFWall+ (Donate)$9.99, paid once
IPFire plans
- IPFireFree
- IPFire softwareFree
- IPFire Nano Appliance$749, paid once
- IPFire Mini Appliance (US)$979, paid once
- IPFire Standard Support$1,099 a year
- IPFire Enterprise Appliance (US)$4,299, paid once
Pick AFWall+ if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick IPFire if…
IPFire suits individuals, businesses, and organizations that need firewall and security tools across home-office or larger network deployments. It is available for Linux, self-hosted, and web environments.