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A10 Thunder TPS

Paid#7 of 36 in DDoS Protection Software

A10 Thunder TPS: Hybrid, multi-vector DDoS protection for network operators managing complex traffic flows. Ranked #7 of 36 in DDoS Protection Software by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Pricing on request · 30-day trial; best for network operators needing hybrid appliance protection.

8.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.7 / 10
Pricing
Pricing on request · 30-day trial
Best for
Network operators needing hybrid appliance protection
Free plan
No
Attack layers
Both
Founded
2004 · San Jose, California, United States
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Covers volumetric, protocol, resource, and application-layer attacks
- Supports inline and on-demand BGP route redirection mitigation
- Adds machine-learning zero-day recognition and adaptive policies
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contact with sales
- No free plan is offered
- WAF is not included

Our verdict on A10 Thunder TPS

A10 Thunder TPS is A10 Networks’ DDoS protection platform, now presented as A10 Defend DDoS Mitigator. It is designed for service providers, data centers, gaming networks, and enterprises that need protection across volumetric, protocol, resource, application, and multi-vector attacks. The platform supports physical and virtual appliances, cloud deployment, centralized orchestration, reporting, and mitigation management. It is a strong fit for network operators that need both appliance-based controls and flexible mitigation workflows.

Deployment flexibility is a central strength. Proactive inline deployment supports always-on protection, while reactive on-demand mitigation can use BGP route redirection when an attack requires traffic diversion. Automated anomaly detection and adaptive mitigation policies support ongoing response, and machine learning is used for zero-day attack pattern recognition. Optional DSIRT assistance is available for DDoS incidents. This combination suits organizations with established network operations teams and a need to coordinate mitigation across different environments.

Integration support focuses on network telemetry, routing, and operational control rather than a broad business application ecosystem. REST API, BGP, BGP FlowSpec, sFlow, and syslog integrations can connect the platform with existing network management and monitoring workflows. Pricing follows a contact-sales model, with a 30-day free trial and no free plan. A10 Thunder TPS should be considered by organizations that need multi-layer protection, hybrid deployment, and routing-aware mitigation. It is less suitable for buyers seeking a free product, publicly listed self-service pricing, or bundled WAF capabilities.

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A10 Thunder TPS pricing

Plans Pricing on request · 30-day trialPaid No free plan — trial or paid only. Prices checked 20 Sep 2026.

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A10 Thunder TPS fact sheet

Free plan	No
Paid from	Not verified
Attack layers	Both
Mitigation mode	Hybrid
Deployment model	Hybrid
Protection capacity	Not verified
Managed mitigation	Yes
WAF included	No
Free trial	30 days
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted
Compliance & security	ISO 27001
Support	Community, Docs · 24/7
Built for	Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	5 integrations: REST API, BGP, BGP FlowSpec, sFlow, syslog
Pricing	Pricing on request · 30-day trial
Website	a10networks.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

A10 Thunder TPS integrations

A10 Thunder TPS lists 5 integrations on its own site.

REST API
BGP
BGP FlowSpec
sFlow
syslog

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