Gcore WAAP review
A cost-conscious edge WAAP with free OWASP protection and paid rule controls.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Gcore WAAP is a cloud-delivered web application and API protection service for organizations securing websites, APIs, login flows, and multi-tenant applications. Traffic is routed through Gcore’s edge network, where managed OWASP Top 10 protection, custom WAF rules, IP firewall controls, bot management, rate limiting, API security, API discovery, real-time security analytics, and Layer 7 DDoS protection are available across the product’s positioning. It fits teams that want edge-based protection for both web and API traffic, particularly those starting with a free plan or moving toward a paid deployment.
The pricing structure is straightforward by plan. Free costs €0 per month and includes OWASP Top 10 protection with no credit card required. Start costs €25 per month and adds custom rules and IP Firewall controls. Pro costs €125 per month and adds IP Reputation, while Bot Management and Advanced Rules are available as add-ons. Enterprise provides a custom WAAP package for custom traffic and domain requirements. Public WAAP prices are shown in EUR and exclude VAT, and the public plans include domain and request quotas. Teams should compare their traffic and domain needs against those quotas before selecting a tier.
Gcore WAAP connects with Gcore CDN, CDN services, AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, supporting organizations with varied delivery and cloud environments. Its feature range extends beyond a narrow WAF: API discovery, configurable rate limiting, bot controls, reputation controls, analytics, and DDoS protection are included in the broader security scope. Choose it if free edge protection, a €25 entry tier, or multicloud connectivity matters. Consider another option if predictable enterprise pricing, unrestricted public-plan capacity, or bundled bot and advanced rule capabilities are priorities.
Gcore WAAP pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free OWASP Top 10 protection with no credit card required
- €25 Start plan adds custom rules and IP firewall controls
- Covers APIs, bots, rate limiting, analytics, and Layer 7 DDoS protection
- Where it doesn't
- Public plans have domain and request quotas
- Bot Management and Advanced Rules are Pro add-ons
- Enterprise pricing and requirements are custom
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