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GlassWire vs Google Cloud NGFW
Both stand on firewall software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidWebWindows
GlassWire combines traffic visibility with firewall controls, while its Android app focuses on app data use and connections. The free tier keeps only short histories; the Personal Plan costs $2.99 a month when billed annually.
Visit GlassWire Free plan APIWeb
Visit Google Cloud NGFW The facts
| GlassWire | Google Cloud NGFW | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Web, Windows | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Personal Plan: $2.99 a month | See the plans |
| Plans published | 5 | 10 |
| Maker | GlassWire | Not published |
| Website | glasswire.com | cloud.google.com |
| On firewall software | #13 of 81 | #9 of 81 |
GlassWire: what it does well
- Traffic analysis can break usage down by app and host.
- Alerts identify unusual changes and unknown Wi-Fi devices.
- Android can block app connections over mobile or Wi-Fi.
- Personal Plan includes unlimited network history.
What to know first
- Free network history is limited to 24 hours.
- Free bandwidth history covers one day.
- Desktop requires Windows 10 or later.
Google Cloud NGFW: what it does well
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