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Sucuri vs Wordfence Security

Sucuri provides a DNS-level WAF and unlimited hack removal. Wordfence is a WordPress plugin that is more affordable and easier to deploy.

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Sucuri

4.64.6 out of 5 stars

Website firewall malware scanning and emergency hack removal.

Freefrom $199.99/mo
Overall4.6
Ease of use4.4
Value for money4.2
Features4.7
Support4.7

✓Pros

  • ✓DNS-level WAF blocks attacks before they reach server
  • ✓Unlimited malware removal and hack cleanup
  • ✓Performance CDN included
  • ✓Expert security team on hand

✕Cons

  • ✕Expensive for small website owners
  • ✕Annual billing only for removal
  • ✕DNS-level WAF requires nameserver change
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Wordfence Security

4.64.6 out of 5 stars

The most popular WordPress security plugin with a powerful firewall and malware scanner.

Freefrom $119/mo
Overall4.6
Ease of use4.4
Value for money4.7
Features4.8
Support4.3

✓Pros

  • ✓Free tier is genuinely protective
  • ✓Real-time threat intelligence on Premium
  • ✓Login security and 2FA
  • ✓Detailed security scan reports

✕Cons

  • ✕Free tier delays threat feed by 30 days
  • ✕Can cause minor performance overhead
  • ✕Interface can be overwhelming for beginners

Our verdict

Which should you choose?

Choose Sucuri if you need emergency hack cleanup or a DNS-level firewall. Choose Wordfence for solid always-on WordPress protection at a much lower price.

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