DataDome API Protection
6.8#4 in web security softwareFrom $3,830 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Gcore WAAP
6.8#6 in web application firewall softwareFrom €25 a monthFree planWebAPI
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| Fact | DataDome API Protection | Gcore WAAP |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | New York, Paris, and Singapore | Luxembourg |
| Integrations | The product page names AWS API Gateway, Kong, Apigee, and Nginx, and says it integrates with CDNs and cloud infrastructure through lightweight connectors. | Gcore says WAAP works with any CDN, including multi-CDN setups, and integrates natively with Gcore CDN for shared management and analytics. |
| Purpose | DataDome API Protection monitors API traffic in real time to detect and block automated threats, fraud, and unauthorized access. | Gcore WAAP protects websites, web applications, and APIs from threats including SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and API abuse. |
DataDome API Protection plans
- Essentials$3,830 a month
- Advanced$8,670 a month
- Premium$10,160 a month
- Enterprise$13,270 a month
Gcore WAAP plans
- FreeFree
- Start€25 a month
- Pro€125 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick DataDome API Protection if…
It may suit organizations that need runtime protection across REST, GraphQL, and mobile APIs, including the listed e-commerce, finance, gaming, travel, healthcare, and media sectors. Teams needing custom API integration must consider Premium or Enterprise.
Pick Gcore WAAP if…
WAAP may suit organizations protecting websites, applications or APIs, including technology and SaaS, e-commerce, fintech, media, gaming, telecom and MSSP organizations. Its reverse-proxy deployment and cloud options may fit varied infrastructure setups.