Arbor DDoS vs Nexusguard DDoS Protection comparison

NETSCOUT and Nexusguard are both solutions in the Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection category. NETSCOUT is ranked #3 with an average rating of 9.1, while Nexusguard is ranked #24. NETSCOUT holds a 6.6% mindshare in DDOS, compared to Nexusguard’s 1.9% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of NETSCOUT users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Nexusguard users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 5, 2024

Arbor DDoS and Nexusguard DDoS Protection are products in the DDoS protection category. Arbor DDoS is favored for its flexible pricing and excellent customer support, while Nexusguard is valued for its advanced mitigation capabilities, suggesting a preference for Nexusguard due to its robust features.

Features: Arbor DDoS delivers comprehensive analytics and threat intelligence capabilities, offering extensive insight into network threats. Its solutions include both on-premise and cloud-based options, ensuring flexibility. It is enriched with real-time packet capture and traffic visualization features. Nexusguard DDoS Protection is designed with a cloud-native infrastructure and proactive threat mitigation, ideal for service providers and enterprises. It is tailored for seamless integration within current infrastructures, emphasizing scalability and advanced traffic filtering.

Room for Improvement: Arbor DDoS could enhance its scalability and user interface, focusing on simplifying the setup process for greater accessibility. It can also benefit from integrating more advanced cloud-native features. Nexusguard DDoS Protection might improve by refining its cost structure to appeal to budget-conscious users while enhancing its customer training programs. Further enrichment of its dashboard analytics for user-friendliness and enhanced detail could also be beneficial.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Nexusguard makes use of a simplified cloud-based deployment model that facilitates smooth scalability and system integration, combined with proactive customer support. Arbor DDoS offers both cloud and on-premise deployments, granting more control but requiring intricate initial setup. Its customer service is noted for being responsive. The distinction rests in Arbor’s deployment flexibility as opposed to Nexusguard’s scalability ease.

Pricing and ROI: Arbor DDoS provides competitive pricing while being customizable, making it cost-effective for budget-sensitive enterprises. Nexusguard’s premium pricing highlights its advanced features for high-demand environments, representing a considerable ROI despite its higher costs. The value for Arbor lies in price flexibility, whereas for Nexusguard it is in comprehensive defensive capabilities.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection category, the mindshare of Cloudflare is 13.2%, down from 19.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Arbor DDoS is 6.6%, down from 12.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Nexusguard DDoS Protection is 1.9%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cloudflare	13.2%
Arbor DDoS	6.6%
Nexusguard DDoS Protection	1.9%
Other	78.30000000000001%

Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection

Featured Reviews

M.A. Faisal

General Manager at bKash Limited

Advanced protection has secured critical web workloads and provides clear traffic visibility

From a security perspective, there remains a security loophole, as some browsers in the market can bypass the Turnstile solution, which requires approximately 40 seconds to do so. From a performance perspective, this is acceptable. We also tried Google reCAPTCHA, and that can also be bypassed. From a security perspective, I would say neither solution is completely secured. Regarding uptime, we have faced a couple of incidents due to Cloudflare in recent years, so I cannot say we receive 100% uptime for our region. We sometimes face challenges, including downtime and other issues. As a result, we are not receiving 100% uptime from Cloudflare's solution. Since most of our customers are in this region, we need alternatives. We need something more competitive than Cloudflare. Unfortunately, in Bangladesh, Cloudflare has three points of presence already, and we cannot find any other solution provider in Bangladesh as an alternative, which presents another challenge. Competitor solutions have more attack signatures, which ensure better security compared to Cloudflare's predefined configurations. Customers do not have options to modify any configuration parameters in Cloudflare, whereas other competitor solutions, such as F5 Distributed Cloud, allow customers to tune configurations according to their requirements. Cloudflare could improve in this area. Additionally, regarding visibility, Cloudflare has static visibility, but they could adopt dynamic graph features for their customers.

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Dmytro Okhrushchak

CTO at UkrNet

Customer interface and support have impressed while artificial intelligence features drive confidence

Arbor DDoS has some difficult pricing rules. For many different small features, we have to pay additional fees for every small feature. If we compare it, it is slightly high and not very affordable. If I compare it to automobiles, when you buy Volkswagen and then consider Skoda, for the cheapest way, you would buy Skoda. But if you want similar features to Volkswagen, you have to pay a little bit more than for Volkswagen. As I mentioned, a good way would be to buy some package of features at small prices. That is one of my recommendations for the company. I would like to see a roadmap for one or two years, and it is tough to predict what will happen in that timeframe without a clearer description.

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ShashikaKodikara

Head of Cybersecurity at Technovage Solution

A solution requiring straightforward maintenance while remaining cost-effective compared to its competitors in the market

I am not in a position to speak about the areas where the solution needed improvement because I resigned during the implementation phase. At that time, the implementation was ongoing, and everything seemed to be going well. Using the solution, our team managed to transfer a couple of routers through a few areas. However, I believe the migration is still ongoing. Nonetheless, the first phase of the implementation was successful before my departure. There was a certain level of performance degradation in the solution, which I don't know if it can be tuned. This is because I was working for a short period on the solution. In my experience, it is an area that can be improved while also considering the stability and scalability aspects of the solution. If one wants to scale up, then one needs to change their plan. However, the thing is, one can always go for the larger scale based on one's anticipation of future traffic.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"It is easier to configure and develop documentation to see how we have configured firewalls."

"The attacker won't have details since my public IP is anonymous. It offers us good privacy."

"The solution offers the flexibility to control configuration rules."

"The overall experience with Cloudflare is positive, with a rating of eight out of ten."

"Cloudflare offers CDN and DDoS protection. We have the front end, API, and database in how you structure applications."

"CloudFlare provides an answer to a variety of issues, so it gives you very high value for your money."

"The features of Cloudflare were found to be more beneficial and led to the decision to utilize it over other options."

"From a technical point of view, Cloudflare is the best CDN."

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"The solution looks into volumetric attacks and gets them resolved."

"With real-time packet capture features, you can easily and quickly response."

"We have taken on the Arbor Cloud subscription, which is really useful because you secure yourself for anything beyond your current mitigation capacity. This is a really good feature of Arbor that is available."

"In the seven years we have been using the tool, we have continued with availability of services as before, but today, without the Arbor solution, I believe we would have suffered quite a number of service availability issues."

"We found what we wanted in Arbor DDoS; it met our expectations as IT users of different types of complex environments and fit our needs."

"The product allows us to check real-time progress, including latency and network activities."

"We use almost all the features of Arbor DDoS, but it really depends on the customer’s requirements, so I can’t specify exactly which features we use. However, many customers appreciate the basic DDoS protection, especially those without specific protection needs. For example, financial companies benefit from the cloud DDoS protection. It’s a straightforward solution that effectively meets their needs."

"Go for it."

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"Filters can be customized depending on the characteristics of the attack traffic. This feature has made it easier for Nexusguard's SOC team to further isolate any specific attack that can't be blocked by pre-configured mitigation."

"Nexusguard has exponentially improved the availability of our services because we don't have to worry much about any threats or DDoS attacks towards our services."

"Based on the support received for implementation, I rate the solution's technical support a nine out of ten."

"Nexusguard has given us confidence that we are protected against any outside attacks."

"The support team was helpful."

"The managed service allows us to confidently rely on Nexusguard’s professional team to take relevant actions as and when required to make sure DDoS attacks are successfully mitigated, ensuring 100% uptime of our service."

"Cloud Diversion is another good feature packaged with the whole solution. When attack traffic is detected, Cloud Diversion triggers to automatically route our prefix to Nexusguard’s scrubbing center, ensuring that all attack traffic is dropped in the shortest time possible."

Cons

"The pricing could be improved."

"One area of improvement is in the Access Rules. Hypothetically, if we wanted to block or challenge traffic outside of the United States, the only way to currently do that (as far as I know) is to enter every single country outside of the United States. That could be a labor intensive job. A solution could be to enable users to create a rule where traffic is only allowed within a certain country."

"Cloudflare's free plan is limited to 5,000 records for their free plan. They should increase that. For example, if I create a domain called abc.com and a subdomain called a.abc.com, my record count will be two. I can make a maximum of 5,000 subdomains. However, if we use our own DNS hosted on another provider, there is no limit. Their free plan also lacks name server customization."

"Several features that I think is essential is not available in the free and business package."

"The Cloudflare load balancing capability hasn't really helped in enhancing my website's uptime and resiliency because we don't really get that much traffic; it's mostly remote users, and web hosting is done by a web hosting service."

"I would like to not need a separate server for non-www redirection under the CNAME setup option."

"For the free and Pro plans, Cloudflare could use a simple bot to provide information to users. This would improve support, especially for less advanced users who utilize the free components."

"There are some issues with the CDN services."

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"I have observed that the SNMP traps aspect that sends information to third-party solutions needs improvement."

"Arbor's products are very expensive. Their competitors are cheap when compared with Arbor."

"On the application layer, they could have a better distributed traffic flow. They could improve that a bit. For network data it is very effective, but the application layer can be improved."

"We need a SaaS model for the solution."

"The support got worse after NETSCOUT acquired Arbor."

"This is a disadvantage of Arbor DDoS, as it operates merely as a flow collector, generating alerts only after a violation occurs."

"If we want to see live traffic, we can do so, but once an attack that lasts for five minutes is done, the data is no longer there."

"On the main page there are alerts that we are unable to clear, even though the issue has been resolved."

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"One thing that we would like to improve from them is to provide more training to SOC team for them to have a deep understanding of the solution so that they would always be ready to answer anything without the need to escalate queries to senior personnel."

"One of the features that should be added to the next release is report generation. Currently, reports can be downloaded every month and are only available at the beginning of each month. It would be nice to generate the reports based on specific dates that we prefer and not have to wait until the next month for the current month’s report."

"One of the features that should be added to the next release is report generation."

"There was a certain level of performance degradation in the solution, which I don't know if it can be tuned...In my experience, it is an area that can be improved while also considering the stability and scalability aspects of the solution."

"The solution must provide features for the post-processing of the traffic type and the traffic quality."

"The mitigation scope of Origin Protection is not fully efficient as there could be delays in activating the countermeasures."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution has many features but there are ones that you need to pay for. Sometimes you have to find out which is available for free and which you have to pay for."

"So far I use free tier and happy with it. You can subscribe to business package if needed."

"A free version of the solution is available."

"The price is reasonable."

"We are using the free version."

"When you compare Cloudflare DNS to other solutions, such as Akamai, the price is reasonable."

"It's a premium model. You can start at zero and work your way up to the enterprise model, which has a very high pricing level."

"For Cloudflare, I recommend it heavily for small businesses with revenue under a couple of million dollars. Onboarding is easy, and they even have a free plan. This makes it simple for businesses in the $100,000-$500,000 range to try it out and see its value, allowing them to scale up their infrastructure as needed."

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"The licensing of a complete Arbor solution, including fire-walling and unified site management, can get expensive."

"I don't know about the pricing details as our company's service provider offers us the solution as an inbuilt feature within the internet bandwidth they provide us."

"There is room for improvement with the pricing. It is an expensive solution. The issue with the pricing is more the way it is built. Right now we're paying per router, and there's a limitation there. I would like to see bundle-pricing where there is an overall solution cost."

"We do not use the Arbor Cloud DDoS solution because it is too costly."

"Arbor is striking a good balance between pricing and what they deliver."

"The price is a little high."

"The solution is a bit costly if you're a small organization, but I think it's worth the price that they are charging."

"Regarding pricing, I would rate it as average. Arbor DDoS offers good value for money with our DDoS filter device. For higher protection needs, Arbor’s CloudMeter’s DDoS mitigation or hardware devices might be more expensive, but customers who need them are usually prepared for the cost and the additional resources required."

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"On a scale of one to ten, where one represents a cheap option, and ten represents an expensive option, I would rate the solution a seven in terms of cost."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

15%

Comms Service Provider

14%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

44%

Media Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

University

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	46
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	26

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	26
Midsize Enterprise	14
Large Enterprise	29

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Questions from the Community

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Cloudflare. We are moving from Akamai prolexic to Cloudflare. Cloudflare anycast network outperforms Akamai static GR...

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The pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Cloudflare are a bit on the higher side overall.

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I would say if it’s an ISP that will build a scrubbing center, Netscout/Arbor is a good solution. In all other soluti...

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Arbor would be the best bid, apart from Arbor, Palo Alto and Fortinet have good solutions. As this is an ISP, I would...

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Also Known As

Cloudflare DNS

Arbor Networks SP, Arbor Networks TMS, Arbor Cloud for ENT

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Overview

Cloudflare enhances web performance and security with features like CDN caching and DDoS mitigation while providing easy DNS management and intuitive setup through its user-friendly dashboard.

Cloudflare is recognized for its comprehensive web security and performance solutions. Speed improvements are achieved through caching mechanisms and DDoS protection, combining ease of DNS management with flexible page rules. The robust analytics and threat insight tools provide valuable data, assisted by a user-friendly dashboard allowing quick setup and configuration. An API offers dynamic DNS settings ensuring low latency and high performance across the globe.

What are Cloudflare's key features?

CDN Caching: Enhances website speed through content delivery network caching.
Web Application Firewall: Protects websites from online threats.
DDoS Mitigation: Shields against distributed denial-of-service attacks.
DNS Management: Offers easy-to-use and flexible domain management.
SSL Certificates: Ensures secure connections between users and servers.
Analytics: Provides insights with robust analytics tools.

What benefits and ROI should users evaluate?

Enhanced Security: Strengthening web security with DDoS and firewall protection.
Speed Improvement: Faster content delivery with CDN caching.
Operational Simplicity: Simplifies website optimization through a user-friendly interface.
Scalable Solutions: Scales with global reach, lowering latency for improved performance.
Cost Efficiency: Offers layers of valuable functionality with pricing options.

Cloudflare finds utility across industries for DNS management and defense mechanisms. Its content delivery network assures fast content distribution and fortified security. Businesses integrate features like web application firewalls, load balancing, end-to-end SSL, and zero trust to protect websites from cyber threats while ensuring resilience and reliable performance.

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Arbor DDoS offers a comprehensive defense system against DDoS attacks, integrating a user-friendly GUI and advanced threat mitigation technologies for enhanced network protection.

Arbor DDoS is recognized for its ability to manage high-volume DDoS attacks efficiently, providing extensive protection through real-time traffic analysis and automated threat detection. It utilizes advanced techniques such as blackhole and BGP Flowspec for effective threat management. Arbor's cloud signaling allows users to handle and mitigate volumetric attacks while maintaining service availability. Though it provides robust security features, users note potential improvements in auto-mitigation, scalability, and AI integration. Challenges like an outdated graphical interface, hardware stability, and false positives need addressing to further enhance its usability and integration with third-party systems.

What are the key features of Arbor DDoS?

User-Friendly GUI: Provides an intuitive interface for ease of use.
Effective Mitigation: Combats high-volume DDoS attacks effectively.
Predefined Filters: Simplifies threat management with pre-configured settings.
Real-Time Traffic Analysis: Offers insights into traffic patterns and potential threats.
Automated Threat Detection: Identifies and mitigates threats without manual intervention.
Able to Handle High-Volume Attacks: Ensures extensive protection even under large-scale attacks.
Packet Capture and Integration: Facilitates comprehensive security analysis.
Cloud Signaling: Enhances attack traffic management through hybrid deployments.

What benefits should users expect from Arbor DDoS?

Enhanced Protection: Safeguards networks from diverse DDoS threats.
Improved Service Availability: Maintains business operations without disruptions.
Timely Reporting: Delivers detailed attack reports for proactive prevention.
AI Capabilities: Leverages AI for smarter threat mitigation strategies.
Comprehensive Security: Combines on-premise and cloud deployments for optimal defense.

Internet service providers and telecom companies commonly adopt Arbor DDoS to protect their networks and infrastructure from DDoS attacks. It is also implemented in financial and government sectors to ensure web application security and maintain high availability. Arbor DDoS supports a hybrid approach, utilizing both on-premise and cloud solutions to manage traffic efficiently and sustain service quality during attacks.

NETSCOUT

Nexusguard DDoS Protection provides comprehensive Origin Protection, customizable filters, and cloud-based attack traffic routing to ensure 100% uptime without additional hardware or staff.

Nexusguard DDoS Protection is designed to shield networks and critical infrastructure from cyber-attacks, including DDoS incidents. It offers Origin Protection and customizable filters covering site, network, and host levels. With automatic traffic routing through Cloud Diversion, businesses enjoy managed services ensuring consistent uptime. Nexusguard's local scrubbing capacity reaches up to 100 GB, and transparent traffic analysis is facilitated through intuitive dashboards. Users have access to 24/7 support via the Help Center, ensuring efficient DDoS mitigation and minimized downtime without requiring extra hardware or staff. Areas for improvement include report generation and post-processing features, while application security within Origin Protection might benefit from enhanced application layer analysis.

What are Nexusguard DDoS Protection's key features?

Origin Protection: Safeguards against all attack types with customizable filters.
Cloud Diversion: Automatically reroutes attack traffic to scrubbing centers.
Local Scrubbing: Supports up to 100 GB to handle larger threats.
Intuitive Dashboards: Facilitates transparent traffic analysis.
24/7 Support: Assistance via Help Center for uninterrupted operations.

What benefits should be considered in reviews?

100% Uptime: Maintains consistent service availability.
Network Efficiency: Reduces downtime without additional hardware or staff.
Scalability: Accommodates growing demands with robust protection.
Compliance Assurance: Keeps businesses aligned with security standards.

Industries like online gaming and cargo management utilize Nexusguard DDoS Protection to maintain service availability and meet uptime requirements. By effectively managing network traffic and overcoming ISP-related challenges, companies can ensure seamless operations and continuity. Nexusguard’s customizable, enterprise-grade services support proactive security measures, enabling businesses to remain resilient against cyber threats.

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