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AWS Shield

Composite Score
9.2 /10
CX Score
9.4 /10
Category
AWS Shield
9.2 /10

What is AWS Shield?

AWS Shield is a managed DDoS protection service that safeguards applications running on AWS. AWS Shield Advanced is a tailored protection program that identifies threats using exabyte-scale detection to aggregate data across AWS.

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AWS Shield Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

92 Likeliness to Recommend

97 Plan to Renew

92 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value


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Emotional Footprint Overview

Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.

+97 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love AWS Shield?

0% Negative
0% Neutral
100% Positive

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Enables Productivity
  • Altruistic

Feature Ratings

Average 93

Resource Scaling

97

Threat Analytics

94

SIEM Integration

94

Attack Notifications

91

Packet Inspection

91

IP Address Quarantine/Blacklist

91

Autonomous Mitigation

90

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 88

Business Value Created

90

Quality of Features

89

Breadth of Features

89

Availability and Quality of Training

89

Ease of IT Administration

88

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

88

Ease of Implementation

88

Usability and Intuitiveness

88

Ease of Customization

87

Vendor Support

87

Ease of Data Integration

84

AWS Shield Reviews

Anjali C.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Nov 2024

Easy to implement, easy to understand

Likeliness to Recommend

10 /10

What differentiates AWS Shield from other similar products?

Automatic protection Paid option Mitigation capacity

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Automatic protection

What do you dislike most about this product?

nothing as such. All features are very useful and great

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

very good AWS Service

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing

Raksha P.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Other
  • Involvement: End User of Application
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Oct 2024

Robust, automated DDoS protection for AWS

Likeliness to Recommend

9 /10

What differentiates AWS Shield from other similar products?

AWS Shield is the only DDoS protection solution which has seamless integration with other services provided by AWS for full application protection. It provides two types: Standard for minimum protection and Advanced for detailed threat detection and mitigation. What really sets it apart are its global network of source mitigation, real-time threat detection, automatic mitigation techniques, 24/7 expert support, and cost-effective pricing options. Other solutions are available, but the deep integration into the AWS ecosystem and focus on automated protection make AWS Shield a compelling reason to choose AWS for organizations using AWS.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

One of the most favored aspects of me about AWS Shield is its seamless integration with other AWS services. This integration allows for a comprehensive and efficient security solution, as it can be easily incorporated into existing AWS infrastructures. Additionally, AWS Shield's automated threat detection and mitigation capabilities are highly valued by customers, as they minimize the need for manual intervention and reduce the risk of human error. This automation also helps to ensure that attacks are addressed promptly and effectively, minimizing potential downtime and financial losses.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Its advanced tier can be costly, especially for smaller-scale operations. Additionally, its primary focus on AWS environments limits its flexibility for multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud setups. Although it offers automated protection, some users may prefer more granular control over mitigation techniques. Lastly, like any automated system, there's a risk of false positives, which can lead to unnecessary mitigation actions. It's essential to carefully assess specific needs and budget constraints before adopting AWS Shield.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

According to me, AWS Shield is recommended to organizations that are heavily invested in AWS and prioritize automated, proactive DDoS protection. If you have a complex AWS infrastructure and require a robust, hands-off solution to safeguard your applications, AWS Shield is an excellent choice.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Trustworthy
  • Unique Features
  • Caring

Abhishek M.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Sep 2024

good one for DDoS

Likeliness to Recommend

8 /10

What differentiates AWS Shield from other similar products?

protection against aws bills raised due to DDoS attack

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

to be able to work with pretty much all the public facing aws services

What do you dislike most about this product?

costing, there must be some 1000 USD per month package

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

go for it, use it across all the accounts in your organization

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Trustworthy
  • Unique Features
  • Client's Interest First