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FastNetMon vs Haltdos

Both stand on ddos protection software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

FastNetMon

Free plan APILinuxMac+2

Choose FastNetMon if your network team needs configurable DDoS detection with several mitigation methods and supports its traffic input protocols. Check that the 10G plan's 10 Gbps capacity and one-instance allowance fit your network, and account for the activation fee and bandwidth-based licensing.

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Haltdos

Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

Haltdos combines web application and API security with deployment options spanning on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments. Check the Community WAF's site limit and the listed Professional billing basis against your needs.

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The facts

FastNetMonHaltdos
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAPI, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, WebAPI, Linux, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid plan10G: $115 a monthProfessional WAF: $30 a month
Plans published92
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitefastnetmon.comhaltdos.com
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FastNetMon: what it does well

  • Detects volumetric and packet-rate DDoS attacks in near real time.
  • Accepts sFlow, NetFlow, IPFIX, jFlow, and mirrored traffic.
  • Supports blackholing, BGP FlowSpec filtering, and external scrubbing diversion.
  • Supports IPv4, IPv6, and listed major networking vendors.
  • 30-day trial includes detection, mitigation tools, visibility, and analytics.

What to know first

  • The 10G plan covers 10 Gbps of observed traffic.
  • The 10G plan allows one FastNetMon instance and one monthly support ticket.
  • Monthly subscriptions have a one-time $85 USD activation fee.
  • Licensing must cover total network bandwidth; listed prices exclude UK VAT where applicable.

Haltdos: what it does well

  • Enterprise WAF includes 4,000+ signatures.
  • API gateway includes authentication and rate limiting.
  • Community WAF is free for one website.
  • Supports on-premise and public or private cloud deployment.

What to know first

  • Community WAF is limited to one website and profile.
  • Community support has no stated response ETA.
  • Community WAF requires 2 GB RAM and 60 GB disk.

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