NOC and Sucuri are both well-known names in website security, but they take different approaches to protecting websites. NOC provides an integrated CDN, WAF, and DNS platform built for performance and security. Sucuri, now owned by GoDaddy, offers a website security suite that includes a WAF, CDN, malware scanning, and incident response services.
This comparison breaks down the key differences to help you choose the right solution for your website.
Overview
NOC is a cloud-based security and performance platform that combines a global Anycast CDN, web application firewall (WAF), DNS hosting, and uptime monitoring into a single service. It is designed for website owners who want edge-level protection without complexity.
Sucuri has been in the website security space since 2010 and was acquired by GoDaddy in 2017. It offers a cloud-based WAF and CDN alongside server-side malware scanning, blacklist monitoring, and a professional malware cleanup service. Sucuri is particularly popular with WordPress users.
Key Differences
- Architecture: NOC routes all traffic through its Anycast network for both performance and filtering. Sucuri uses a reverse proxy WAF with its own CDN layer, but the CDN has historically been secondary to its security focus.
- Scope: NOC integrates CDN, WAF, DNS, and monitoring in one dashboard. Sucuri bundles WAF, CDN, scanning, and cleanup but DNS is managed separately.
- Malware response: Sucuri includes professional malware removal and hack cleanup in its plans. NOC focuses on prevention at the edge rather than post-hack remediation.
- Pricing model: NOC charges $5/month per site with all features included. Sucuri's basic firewall plan starts at $9.99/month, while the full platform with malware cleanup starts at $199.99/year.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | NOC | Sucuri |
|---|---|---|
| CDN (Content Delivery Network) | Global Anycast CDN included | CDN included (Anycast network) |
| Web Application Firewall | Edge-level WAF with custom rules | Cloud-based WAF with virtual patching |
| DNS Hosting | Anycast DNS included | Not included (third-party DNS required) |
| DDoS Protection | Layer 3/4/7 DDoS mitigation | Layer 3/4/7 DDoS mitigation |
| Malware Scanning | Not included | Server-side and remote scanning |
| Malware Cleanup | Not included | Professional cleanup included (Platform plan) |
| Uptime Monitoring | Integrated monitoring and alerts | Basic monitoring |
| SSL Certificates | Free SSL via Let's Encrypt | Free SSL via Let's Encrypt |
| API Access | Full REST API | API available |
| Platform Support | Any website (platform-agnostic) | Any website (WordPress-focused features) |
Pricing Comparison
NOC uses straightforward per-site pricing at $5/month per site. All features — CDN, WAF, DNS, and monitoring — are included in every plan with no feature gating.
Sucuri offers tiered pricing:
- Firewall (Basic): $9.99/month — WAF and CDN only, no scanning or cleanup
- Firewall (Pro): $19.98/month — adds advanced features and SSL on the firewall
- Platform (Basic): $199.99/year — WAF, CDN, scanning, and malware cleanup (12-hour response)
- Platform (Pro): $299.99/year — faster 6-hour cleanup response
- Platform (Business): $499.99/year — 4-hour response with advanced features
For users who need CDN and WAF without malware cleanup, NOC is significantly less expensive. If post-hack cleanup is a priority, Sucuri's platform plans offer that added value.
Who Should Choose NOC
NOC is a strong fit for website owners who want an integrated CDN, WAF, and DNS solution with transparent pricing. If you value CDN performance, Anycast DNS hosting, and API access in a single platform at $5/month per site, NOC delivers that without upsells or feature tiers. It is ideal for developers, agencies, and site owners managing multiple properties who want edge-level protection and performance.
Who Should Choose Sucuri
Sucuri is a better choice if you need malware scanning and professional cleanup as part of your security plan. Website owners who have experienced hacks or run WordPress sites vulnerable to malware infections will benefit from Sucuri's incident response team. Its established reputation and GoDaddy backing also make it a safe choice for organizations that prioritize brand recognition and post-breach services.
Final Thoughts
Both NOC and Sucuri protect websites from common threats, but they solve different problems. NOC excels at proactive, edge-level security combined with CDN performance and DNS hosting. Sucuri excels at reactive security with malware detection and cleanup. Many security-conscious site owners use a preventive edge WAF (like NOC) alongside server-level scanning for defense in depth.
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