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Bot detection tools help identify automated traffic and account abuse. Depending on the product, they may use behavioral analysis, device fingerprinting, JavaScript SDKs, real-time scoring APIs, or challenge tools to protect requests.

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    Cloudbric

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+4

    Choose Cloudbric if you need managed web and API protection or cloud WAF management, or want a VPN with a free tier and paid plans.

    7.4 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Fingerprint

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2

    Choose Fingerprint if you need visitor identification, risk signals, or agent detection across web, mobile, and API traffic.

    7.2 Free plan · paid from $99/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Vercel

    by Vercel
    Free plan APIWeb

    Vercel brings deployment, delivery, framework support, and security features together for apps and agents. Check the Hobby restrictions and Pro usage terms before choosing a plan.

    6.7 Free plan · paid from $20/user/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Anubis

    Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWindows
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
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    Castle Bot Detection

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
    6.2 Free plan · paid from $200/mo Visit site
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    BotD

    Free plan Web
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
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    hCaptcha Bot Detection

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    5.9 Free plan · paid from $99/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    StyloBot

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    5.9 Free plan · 30-day trial Visit site
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    WebDecoy

    Free plan Web
    5.4 Free plan · paid from $20/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Alibaba Cloud Anti-Bot Service

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1
    4.9 From $1,150/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
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    Arkose Bot Manager

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1
    4.8 Pricing on request Visit site
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    F5 WAF for Distributed Cloud

    Paid APISelf-hostedWeb
    4.4 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Radware Bot Manager

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.2 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Fastly Bot Management

    Paid APIWeb
    4.1 Pricing on request Visit site

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Compare supported platforms, detection controls, and integration methods. Check what a free plan includes, how a free trial works, and whether published code has a licence that permits the changes or use you need.

Questions

Do bot detection tools offer free plans?

Free plans are available from listed tools. Check the plan details, limits, and included detection controls before relying on one.

Can I try a paid bot detection service first?

Trial periods are offered by listed services, including 7-day, 14-day, and 30-day trials. Check eligibility and terms before starting.

Which platforms can these tools support?

Listed tools run on web, Android, iOS, API, Windows, and macOS. Confirm that a product supports your target platform.

What detection features should I compare?

Compare behavioral analysis, device fingerprinting, JavaScript SDKs, real-time scoring APIs, challenge tools, protected requests, and account abuse detection.

Are prices published for every service?

No. Some listings show a starting price, while others state that pricing is available on request. Check the provider's current terms.

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