DNSFilter
7.8#2 in web security softwareFrom $1 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitDNSFilter vs OWASP Coraza WAF
OWASP Coraza WAF
6.1#9 in web security softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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| Fact | DNSFilter | OWASP Coraza WAF |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Deployments include network configuration, a DNS relay, and roaming clients for Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Chrome. | The product page says Coraza can run as a sidecar, proxy, or library in Go, C++, and WebAssembly. |
| Founded | DNSFilter says it was founded in October 2015 by Ken Carnesi and Brian Gillis. | 2021 |
| Integrations | Integrations include Microsoft Entra, Active Directory, Zapier, ConnectWise, HaloPSA, Datto Autotask, Syncro, Pulseway PSA and Kaseya. | Official connectors are listed for NGINX, Envoy, Caddy, Apache APISIX, proxy-wasm, HAProxy, Traefik, and libcoraza. |
DNSFilter plans
- Core$1 a month
- Plus$2.25 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
OWASP Coraza WAF plans
- Open sourceFree
Pick DNSFilter if…
DNSFilter is aimed primarily at professional environments that need threat protection and controls over workplace internet use. The company also offers separate programs for MSPs and qualified educational institutions.
Pick OWASP Coraza WAF if…
Coraza suits teams seeking a free, self-hosted WAF for APIs or web applications, particularly those using compatible connectors or SecLang rulesets. Users should check the Go requirement and the stated v3 persistent-collection limitation.